Angelica Marrufo
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor -
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 7 years in delivering mental health support to individuals, couples, and families. I have experience spanning across clinical, community-based, and hospital environments. I have a passion in serving historically underrepresented communities, like BIPOC and the LGBTQIA+ population.I am a proud Chicago native and embrace my first-generation Mexican American roots.
Recognizing the importance of cultural representation in therapy, I draw from my professional expertise and personal background. I strive to deeply comprehend and affirm the unique cultural aspects of each individual she works with. I have been shaped by my own upbringing in a blended family and parental immigration experience.
My journey into the mental health field stems from a deep-seated commitment to aiding others. I’m dedicated to assisting those grappling with mental health challenges, immigration trauma, and family-of-origin stressors. Additionally, I find fulfillment in supporting those who are navigating the complexities of race, sexuality, and gender identity. When working with me, clients can anticipate a compassionate, empowering, and even lighthearted therapeutic journey with a hint of humor.
I prioritize the celebration of individuals’ identities, fostering hope, and nurturing meaning in their life through collaborative, strengths-based techniques. My ultimate goal is to create a safe, affirming space where clients can explore their truths, embrace growth, and ultimately embody their best selves.
Skills and Expertise
Marriage Couseling
Trauma
Transgender Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Substance Use
Stress
Sexual Minorities
Sexual assault
Sexual Abuse
Self Esteem
severe mental illness
Relationship Issues
Polyamory and Nonmonogamous Relationships
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Obsessions and Compulsions
Navigating Identity in Relationships
Mood Disorders
Multicultural Concerns
Mindfulness based therapy
Loss or Grief
LGBTQ
Irritability
Identity Issues
Guilt
grief
Gay Issues
Family Conflict
Family of Origin Issues
Emotional Disturbance
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Abuse
Dual Diagnosis
Domestic Violence
Drug Use
Domestic Abuse
Divorce and Divorce Adjustment
Depression
Couple Counseling
Coping Mechanisms
Communication Problems
Chronic Pain
Caregiver Issues or Stress
Career Counseling
Blended Family Issues
Behavioral Issues
Attention Deficit (ADHD)
Anxiety
Addiction
Alcohol Use
Abuse / Survivors of Abuse
Adjusting to Change / Life Transitions
Treatment Orientation
Acceptance Commitment Therapy
Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Couple and Family Systems Therapy
DBT Informed Therapy
Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Family Systems Therapy
Family/Marital Therapy
Feminist
Gottman Method
Health/Wellness-based
Harm Reduction
holistic health
Humanistic
IFS
Interpersonal
Intervention
Marital Couple/ Family Communication Therapy
Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Person Centered Therapy
Psychotherapy
Rogerian
Self-Compassion
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Somatic
Therapeutic/Mindful Movement
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Trauma Focused Therapy
Therapy unique to each client
Modality