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Maritza Aceves, LCSW
Bilingual Therapy for Anxiety, Life Transitions & Perinatal Mental Health in Illinois
Relational, trauma-informed therapy in English and Spanish for adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, pregnancy, postpartum experiences, and emotional wellbeing.
Adults
Illinois · Virtual Sessions
English & Spanish
Aetna IL · BCBS IL · UnitedHealthcare · Private Pay
Accepting New Clients
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Pregnancy and the postpartum period can bring feelings you weren't expecting. Anxiety, sadness, guilt, changes in identity, or the pressure to enjoy every moment can be difficult to talk about. Therapy gives you a place to be honest about what you're experiencing without judgment.
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Maybe your mind won't slow down, you're feeling emotionally drained, or things you used to enjoy don't feel the same. We'll look at what's contributing to those feelings and find practical ways to manage stress, understand your emotions, and feel more like yourself.
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Difficult experiences can affect how safe, connected, or comfortable you feel, even after the situation has passed. My trauma-sensitive approach means we won't rush into anything you're not ready to discuss. We'll focus on understanding your experiences and building ways to feel more grounded.
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The way we feel about ourselves can change with age, relationships, pregnancy, or major life events. If you've been struggling with self-criticism, body image, or feeling like you're never doing enough, we can explore where those feelings come from and how to build a kinder relationship with yourself.
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Family can be a source of love and support, but also stress, guilt, and complicated expectations. Whether you're dealing with conflict, boundaries, or feeling pulled between different responsibilities, we'll work through those experiences while respecting the relationships and values that matter to you.
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Changes in work, relationships, family roles, or personal beliefs can leave you questioning what comes next. Therapy offers room to explore those questions, understand what's important to you, and make decisions that feel right for your life.
Bilingual Therapy for Anxiety, Emotional Health & Life Changes
You can love this chapter of your life and still find parts of it really hard.
Pregnancy and parenthood can change so much: your body, relationships, routines, and even how you see yourself.
Maybe you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling with the pressure to enjoy every moment. Maybe this experience just isn't what you expected.
I work with adults navigating pregnancy, postpartum changes, and the complicated emotions that can come with growing a family.
As a bilingual Latina therapist, I also recognize how family and cultural expectations can shape these experiences.
There's room to talk about all of it here, including the parts people don't always say out loud.
Therapy for Pregnancy, Postpartum & Maternal Mental Health
You can love this chapter of your life and still find parts of it really hard.
Pregnancy and becoming a parent can change so much about your life, including your body, relationships, routines, and sense of who you are.
Sometimes those changes are exciting. Sometimes they're overwhelming. Often, they're both.
You might feel anxious about your pregnancy, disconnected from your body, unsure of yourself as a parent, or frustrated that this experience doesn't look the way you imagined it would.
And when everyone around you expects you to be happy, it can be especially difficult to admit that you're struggling.
I work with adults navigating pregnancy, postpartum experiences, and the emotional changes that come with growing a family. We can talk about the worries, relationship changes, cultural expectations, and complicated feelings that don't always get discussed openly.
As a bilingual Latina therapist, I also understand that family and cultural beliefs can influence how we experience pregnancy, parenting, and mental health.
You deserve support that makes room for the whole experience, not just the parts you're expected to enjoy.
Online Therapy in English & Spanish for Adults in Illinois
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, pregnancy and postpartum concerns, relationship stress, and major life changes. Whether you're looking for practical ways to manage stress or a place to better understand yourself, we'll work together to figure out what feels helpful.
Pregnancy & Postpartum
Prenatal anxiety
Postpartum adjustment
Changes in identity
Relationships & Culture
Family conflict
Cultural expectations
Relationship difficulties
Emotional Well-Being
Anxiety & depression
Stress management
Emotional overwhelm
Identity & Life Changes
Self-esteem & body image
Spirituality & values
Major life transitions
Bilingual Therapy, Perinatal Mental Health & Anxiety: Common Questions
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Yes. Pregnancy and postpartum experiences can bring a wide range of emotions, including anxiety, sadness, irritability, guilt, and uncertainty. These feelings don't mean you're doing anything wrong or that you don't love your baby. Sometimes they're connected to major physical and emotional changes, and sometimes they may be signs that additional mental health support would help. Therapy gives us room to understand what you're experiencing and what kind of support you need.
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Baby blues are common in the first days after giving birth and usually improve within about two weeks. Postpartum depression tends to last longer, may begin later, and can interfere with daily life. Symptoms can include persistent sadness, anxiety, irritability, hopelessness, or difficulty feeling connected. If you're unsure what you're experiencing, we can talk through your concerns and whether additional support from your healthcare provider would be helpful.
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Absolutely. I offer virtual therapy in both English and Spanish for adults living in Illinois. You can speak in whichever language feels most comfortable, including moving between languages during a session. Sometimes certain emotions, family experiences, or cultural concepts are easier to express in one language than another. I want you to feel comfortable communicating in the way that feels most natural to you.
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Cultural and family expectations can influence how we think about relationships, parenting, independence, and mental health. You might feel torn between what your family expects and what you need for yourself. As a first-generation Latina therapist, I understand that these experiences can be complicated. We can explore those tensions without assuming you need to distance yourself from your family or cultural identity to make changes in your life.
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I offer virtual therapy in English and Spanish through Sohail Counseling & Care for adults throughout Illinois. My work includes anxiety, depression, trauma, pregnancy and postpartum mental health, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I use a collaborative, trauma-informed approach that considers your experiences, values, and cultural background. You can schedule a consultation to learn more about working together.
RELATIONAL THERAPY, ROOTED IN YOU
Ready to Begin?
You don't have to know exactly what to say or have everything figured out before reaching out. We can start with what's been on your mind and go from there.
Maritza is accepting new clients.
