Prayer Childress
“The person you want to be is already inside you—I'm here to help bring them to the surface.”
Areas of Focus
- Therapy for adolescent and young or middle adults
- Depression
- Anxiety
- PTSD, trauma
- Relationship issues
- Couples counseling, pre-marital
- Familial issues, current or past
- ADHD
- Gender identity
- LGBTQIA+ issues
- Cultural identity
- Body image
- Women’s issues
- Self-esteem
About Me
I’m currently pursuing my Master’s in Counseling at Northwestern University, and I bring warmth, curiosity, and deep empathy into the therapy room. My approach is rooted in an eclectic mix of family systems and psychodynamic theory, which allows me to meet clients where they are while gently guiding them toward insight and change.
Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) technician, supporting individuals with treatment-resistant depression and anxiety. I’m also certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) for adolescents, and I have a strong foundation in trauma-informed care.
I believe therapy is a space for uncovering the strengths you already carry. My role is to help you connect with your inner clarity and support you in becoming more of who you already are.
Credentials
- Pursuing Master's in Counseling from Northwestern University
- Transcranical Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) technician
- Certified in Trauma-Focused CBT for adolescents
Contact & Billing
708-689-3055
- BCBS PPO, Aetna, Cigna-Evernorth or self-pay accepted
- Sliding scale available for self-pay financial hardship
- Available in-person or virtual for Illinois residents