Our Team

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Yunuen (pronounced JUNE-when), a Latinx woman with short curly hair, colorful patterned blouse and stone necklace. She rests her head on her right hand that she rests on the back of a chair while softly smiling at the camera.
  • Therapist

Yunuen Rodriguez

She/Her

MSW Candidate

Graduate Student Therapist

yrodriguez@liveoakchicago.com

773.880.1310 ext. 7639

English, Español

Values & Philosophy

My practice is grounded in the belief that every single person is powerful no matter how much it may sometimes feel otherwise. We live in a world where stress, pain, or confusion may feel overwhelming. I understand. I use the therapy space to build a trusting and collaborative relationship where I learn about your needs, help you set meaningful goals, and work together to achieve them.

I am an optimist. I think it is possible to build towards greater satisfaction, meaning, and joy. Though stressful circumstances may remain outside of your control, I am committed to helping you better respond to these through multiple cognitive behavioral approaches, including distress tolerance, acceptance and commitment, or mindfulness. As long as you remain committed and open to the process of change, I welcome the opportunity to work together toward a better version of yourself.

Education & Training

Degrees

PhD
University of Chicago, Expected 2027

MSW Candidate
University of Chicago, Expected 2023

MA
University of Chicago, 2019

BA
Beloit College, 2011

Areas of Focus & Specialization

  • Parents and caregivers
  • Depression, Anxiety, and Stress
  • Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
  • Life Transitions
  • Immigrant & Refugee Issues
  • Minority Stress
  • Addiction
  • Complex Family Dynamics
  • Family of Origin Concerns
  • Identity Exploration, Development, & Intersectionality

I Work With

  • Individuals
  • Adolescents

Modalities

  • LGBTQ Affirmative Practice
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Family Systems Therapy
  • Solution-Focused
  • Trauma-Informed Practice
  • Critical Race Theory Approach