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  • Therapist

Daniela Zimmer

She/Her

Licensed Social Worker

Psychotherapist

dzimmer@liveoakchicago.com

773.236.7621

English

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Values & Philosophy

As the child of a West African immigrant, the child of an interracial couple, and a Black woman living in predominantly white spaces inform my therapy practice of bringing together different identities while processing racial and familial trauma. I have experience working with individuals who have experienced the collective trauma of being a person of color in the United States and the stigma of receiving mental health services. I primarily work with cognitive behavioral methods but prioritize the relationship we build and how to help your individual journey. Building a safe and open relationship will be the priority in our sessions, as healing is better facilitated when we feel safe and comfortable. I am interested in processing questions of identity and processing individual, relational, and familial trauma.

I believe it is important to hold the nuance and complexities of our stories. Systemic barriers impact how we’re able to tell our stories and as a therapist, I provide a safe space for you to process and embody the lessons from your life experiences. As the expert in your story, I will provide a safe place to build a trusting and collaborative
relationship to create and reach your goals.

Education & Training

Licensure

LSW, 150.106576
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, 2022

Degrees

MSW
University of Illinois Chicago, 2021

MPH
University of Illinois Chicago, 2021

BS
University of Minnesota Duluth

Areas of Focus & Specialization

  • Parental Support
  • Depression, Anxiety, and Stress
  • Life Transitions
  • Immigrant & Refugee Issues
  • Identity Exploration, Development, & Intersectionality
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Adolescent Development

I Work With

  • Individuals (Adults and adolescents)

Modalities

  • LGBTQ Affirmative Practice
  • Feminist Approaches
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy