Meet our Team
Bridget Cabrera-Stukel, LCSW
Founder & Psychotherapist
Navigating life as a 30-something queer non-binary individual, I endeavor to traverse the world authentically and wholeheartedly. Each step forward is an opportunity for growth, a chance to be shaped by personal experiences and interactions with others. Conscious of my identities and privileges, I strive to understand how they influence not only my own journey but also the lives of those around me.
My path to healing involves introspection and self-kindess. Therapy is a vital part of my journey, allowing me to explore my past, present, and future selves. Prioritizing rest, I seek solace in nature, yoga, ceramics, and shared meals with loved ones, including my wife.
Living with mental health challenges since adolescence, I recognize that thriving is an ongoing process. Yet, these struggles imbue me with empathy, enabling me to support not only myself but also those I care about on their healing journeys.
Loyola University Chicago
Masters of Social Work
Creighton University
B.A. Psychology
Certifications
Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics through the ChildTrauma Academy
Queer and Trans Affirming Professional (QTAP)
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Our Approach
My therapeutic approach is deeply collaborative and exploratory. I view you as the expert of your own experiences, possessing innate resources for healing and growth. As your guide, my role is to assist you in unraveling the complexities of how your past influences your present, and together, we'll leverage that understanding to shape a future that resonates with your deepest values.
Recognizing the significance of both conscious and subconscious factors in our lives, I aim to illuminate the emotional, mental, and physical dimensions of your experiences. Through this process, we'll uncover patterns and dynamics, fostering self-insight and awareness essential for personal evolution. Grounded in a psychodynamic and psychoanalytic framework, our work together creates a space for you to authentically align with your true self.
During our sessions, I cultivate warmth and empathy, demonstrating gentle self-compassion as a model for you to adopt. I believe profoundly in the therapeutic bond, striving to co-create a sanctuary of safety, trust, and empowerment. In honoring the intersectionality of our identities, I am committed to fostering cultural competency and responsible care, continuously learning and evolving to better serve you.
Our Services
Individual Psychotherapy
These 50-minute sessions are tailored for adolescents and adults aiming to address and delve into their past and present challenges while charting a course towards future aspirations. Together, we'll delve into emotional and behavioral patterns, as well as relational dynamics, that influence your overall well-being. By doing so, we'll collaboratively pave the way for you to craft a life that resonates deeply with your values and aspirations.
Treatment Team Meeting
During these 15-minute phone calls, I'll coordinate with any individuals you wish to involve in your treatment journey. This may encompass a range of professionals and personal contacts, such as medical practitioners, psychiatrists, partners, parents/guardians, dietitians, treatment centers, and schools. Together, we'll ensure that your support network is aligned and working collaboratively to meet your needs effectively.
Free consultation
During this complimentary 15-minute introductory phone call, we'll delve into what brings you to therapy and discuss how I can tailor my services to suit your unique needs. It's an opportunity for us to determine together if embarking on this therapeutic journey with me aligns with your goals and preferences. I firmly believe that therapy is a personalized experience, not a one-size-fits-all solution, and this conversation allows us to ensure the right fit for your healing journey.
Professional Consultation
This program is designed for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their practices to better support queer and trans individuals. It encompasses guidance on updating client paperwork, conducting inclusive intake sessions, and employing therapeutic approaches tailored to the needs of LGBTQ+ individuals.
“I’m always impressed by the way they go about building trust, demonstrating respect, and empowering me to get to insights on my own.”
“We both leave every session wiser about ourselves and each other; we’re both growing together.”