Trauma & Anxiety Therapy in Illinois — Online & In-Person in Chicago

(872) 328-7172

Trauma & Anxiety therapy that protects your safety, identity, and emotional boundaries

Affirming, Trauma-Informed Therapy for Anxiety, Stress & Identity-Related Healing

Yes. We are in-network with BlueCross BlueShield and Aetna PPO plans.

Does Any of This Sound Familiar?

• Living in a constant state of tension, hyper-alertness, or emotional exhaustion
• Feeling stuck in trauma responses long after the events have passed
• Anxiety or stress that shows up in your body, sleep, or relationships
• Carrying identity-based trauma related to sexuality, gender, or relationships
• Struggling to trust systems, providers, or authority figures
• Wanting therapy that actually respects boundaries and autonomy

If any of this resonates, you’re not broken — your nervous system learned how to survive. Therapy can help you feel safer again.

About Our Practice

Gemstone Wellness exists to support people navigating trauma and its ripple effects — emotionally, relationally, and physically. Our therapists work collaboratively with you, honoring your lived experience and moving at a pace that feels safe.

Rather than forcing quick fixes or labels, we focus on helping you:

Understand how trauma has shaped your reactions and patterns.
Reduce anxiety, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm.
Feel safer in your body and more present in your daily life.
Explore identity, relationships, and boundaries without judgment.
Rebuild trust — in yourself and in therapeutic relationships.

Get matched with a therapist today

Find out if our practice is right for you!

Fill out this form or call (872) 328-7172 to get started:

Services We Offer

We use trauma-informed, evidence-based methods that support deep healing without re-traumatization.

EMDR Therapy:
A structured, evidence-based approach that helps process traumatic memories, PTSD symptoms, and distressing experiences without needing to relive them in detail.

Trauma Therapy:

Support to process trauma, reduce overwhelm, and rebuild a sense of safety.

Trauma-Informed Talk Therapy:
Supportive therapy focused on safety, stabilization, emotional regulation, and meaning-making around past experiences.

LGBTQ+ & Identity-Affirming Care:
Therapy that fully affirms sexual orientation, gender identity, relationship structures, and identity exploration — including poly- and kink-affirming care.

How We Deliver Therapy:

In-Person Therapy at
(53 W Jackson Blvd., Suite 838
Chicago, IL 60604)

Online Therapy for clients anywhere in Illinois

FAQs

How can therapy help with trauma?

Trauma therapy helps you understand how past experiences continue to affect your thoughts, emotions, and body responses. With the right support, many people experience reduced anxiety, improved emotional regulation, and a greater sense of safety and control.

What issues do you help with?

We work with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, depression, identity-related concerns, relational challenges, and LGBTQ+-related stressors.

What can I expect from my first session?

Your first session focuses on understanding what brings you in, what feels hardest right now, and what you want from therapy. There’s no pressure to share everything at once — we move at your pace.

Do you accept insurance?

Yes. Gemstone Wellness is in-network with BlueCross BlueShield and Aetna PPO plans.

We may also work with clients who have UnitedHealthcare or Cigna, depending on their specific plan.

Insurance coverage and benefits vary by plan. During your free 15-minute consultation, we can help you understand how your insurance may apply to therapy and what to expect financially.

Is online therapy effective for trauma?

Yes. Online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions, especially when trauma-informed approaches like EMDR and supportive talk therapy are used.

How do I get started?

Getting started is simple and pressure-free:

1- Schedule a free 15-minute consultation.

2- A therapist from our team will reach out to learn about your needs and answer questions.

3- If it feels like a good fit, we’ll schedule your intake session and guide you through the next steps.

There’s no obligation to continue after the consultation — it’s simply a space to see if working together feels right.

See what others are saying

Fantastic! Brady does an excellent job of helping me identify the core issues bothering me and helping me treat these areas. I’ve had great success using the techniques he taught me and feel more at peace and comfortable with my past and present. I highly recommend Brady to anybody who needs somebody to talk to in therapy.

Brady is truly an amazing leader and counselor. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to change their lives and seeking freedom. He is empathetic, kind and seeks to understand those he serves. As I met with Brady for sessions, and was part of a team he lead, I learned about what grace truly means and how to give grace to others. Under his guidance and leadership I became a better person and a much better leader.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Starting therapy shouldn’t feel overwhelming or pressured. That’s why we begin with a free 15-minute consultation — so you can ask questions, share what you’re looking for, and decide if Gemstone Wellness feels like the right fit.