Aretha Steele

Aretha Steele

Credentials: Psy.D
Practice: Aretha Steele, PsyD, PLLC
Phone: (708) 419-3171
E-mail: info@drsteeletherapy.com
Location: 7110 W. 127th St. Ste 150 Palos Heights, IL 60463
Website: https://drsteeletherapy-mhc.com/
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO, Cigna, Out-of-Network
Fees: $110 - $285

Specializing In—
Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Relationship Issues, Stress, Trauma and PTSD

About

Hi!! My name is Dr. Aretha Steele. I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself and welcome you to my site. While I believe degrees are important, I place great value on the therapeutic relationship. This is a big decision and you have to find the right fit for you. I hope we are able to work together, but even if we don't, I'd like to congratulate you for taking this huge step towards living the life you deserve!

Here's a little about me:

Growing up, I had so many questions about the world around me. I deeply wanted to understand the painful experiences and conflicts of those closest to me, secrets kept by family, and the inner workings of relationships. As I got older, I yearned to find a way to help and support others with difficult circumstances.

During my freshman year of college, a close friend confided in me their past trauma. As my education in psychology continued, it became clear, through further disclosures from those close to me, that many individuals struggle with crises in their lives. This taught me the value of listening and sparked my interest in counseling, which has changed my life forever. A few years later, I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Sociology from the State University of New York. I then earned my Master's and Doctoral Degrees in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology.

As a native of Detroit, an African-American woman, mother and wife, I know what it's like to experience challenges myself. I believe that everyone can benefit from counseling in one form or another, as long as they are willing. Most of all, I believe that everyone can heal, transform and thrive—sometimes we just need to have more support, knowledge, or guidance to do so.

I have over twelve years of experience working with clients in private practice, community mental health, school based, residential, and inpatient settings. I am a compassionate and dedicated professional, providing online counseling services to adolescents and adults from all walks of life. I work with individuals struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, complex trauma, problematic relationships, perinatal and postpartum anxiety and depression, family conflicts, and stress.

I am licensed in Illinois as a Clinical Psychologist. I am also authorized by the Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT), granted by the PSYPACT Commission on 2/18/21 to practice telepsychology in multiple states, including:

Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia (DC), Georgia, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, Nevada, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and North Carolina.

I have also earned certifications from Postpartum Support International in Perinatal Mental Health and Level 1 Gottman Method Couples Therapy.