As a licensed therapist in Illinois with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, emotional challenges, and personal growth. My practice centers on helping clients explore deeper meanings, overcome feelings of guilt and shame, and develop resilience through significant life changes.
I have a compassionate, affirming approach that particularly supports LGBTQ+ individuals, women experiencing workplace or personal challenges, and those working through midlife transitions. My therapeutic style creates a non-judgmental space where clients can authentically explore their experiences, heal from past wounds, and rediscover their sense of purpose.
My expertise spans addressing depression, anxiety, family dynamics, and the nuanced emotional landscapes of personal transformation. I believe in empowering clients to develop meaningful coping strategies, embrace self-forgiveness, and cultivate inner strength through collaborative, personalized therapeutic work.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
IL LCSW 149008229
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Teresa is great. Has helped me navigate life so much better
Written on Nov 18, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Teresa’s listening ear and attentiveness to my issues while offering suggestions in moving forward are so helpful. Highly recommend
Written on Oct 21, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 4 years and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She is great
Written on Oct 13, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Teresa Cortez pulled me back from the brink. I am still here and living life. She helped suggest tools I might try to deal with anxiety and panic. She also put me in touch with a group who deal with trauma and grief primarily which saved me. I still consider her my therapist and will for as long as she's available. I can't say enough positive things about Teresa Cortez. I'm so glad I found her and Better Help!
Written on Oct 08, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Teresa is an amazing listener and really sees the big picture. She's been so positive and helpful to look at all of my options for each issue I'm working through.
Written on Jun 01, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Kind patient and helpful.
Written on Feb 13, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes