Aretha Steele (she/her)

PsyD
Accepting Clients

You take care of everyone else. But when was the last time someone asked how you’re doing...and really meant it?

Psychologist in Palos Heights, IL

About My Clients

Maybe you’re the person everyone counts on. You keep everything moving—even when you’re anxious, exhausted, or overthinking. And if you’re a new mom, you might love your baby deeply while wondering when you’ll feel like yourself again. I love supporting women & moms through anxiety, trauma, postpartum changes, motherhood, perfectionism, burnout & relationship challenges. You don’t have to be the strong one here.

My Background and Approach

I’ve been a psychologist for more than 15 years, and I know you don’t need another person giving you a list of “shoulds.” I want to help you understand what’s underneath the struggle. Why won’t your mind turn off? Why does saying no bring up so much guilt? Why are you compassionate with everyone else, but so hard on yourself? Therapy with me is a conversation. I’ll listen, ask questions, help you notice patterns, offer practical tools, and gently challenge you when needed. My approach is warm, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, collaborative, and practical. Together, we’ll figure out what actually helps you, not what you’re “supposed” to need. The goal isn’t to make you better at pushing through. It’s to help life actually feel different.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe two things can be true at once. You can love your family and desperately need a break. You can be successful and exhausted. You can be grateful for the life you’ve built and still want something to change. And if you’re a new mom, you can love your baby deeply and still miss who you were before. As a Black woman and mother, I know what we carry doesn’t exist separately from culture, family, identity, relationships, racism, and expectations about being strong. All of that is welcome here, including the guilt, resentment, or boundary you know you need. You don’t have to perform wellness here. You don’t have to convince me you’re a good mother, partner, daughter, professional, or person before telling me something hard. You get to be human here.

Client Focus

Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals, Couples
Languages
English

Qualifications

License
PsyD, State of Illinois · #071010226
Education
PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Illinois School of Professional Psychology
Years in practice
17 years
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

7110 W 127TH ST
Palos Heights, IL 60463
7084193171
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 41.6613634°, -87.7943932°

Nearby Areas

Cities and Zips
Palos Heights
Illinois
60463
Evergreen Park
Illinois
60805
Alsip
Illinois
60803
Chicago Ridge
Illinois
60415
Oak Lawn
Illinois
60803
Crestwood
Illinois
60472
Hickory Hills
Illinois
60457
Bridgeview
Illinois
60501
Bedford Park
Illinois
60638
Orland Park
Illinois
60487
Orland Hills
Illinois
60487
Tinley Park
Illinois
60487
Country Club Hills
Illinois
60478
Countryside
Illinois
60525
Chicago
Illinois
60604
Matteson
Illinois
60443
Frankfort
Illinois
60443
Whiting
Indiana
46394
Richton Park
Illinois
60471
Bellwood
Illinois
60104
Chicago Heights
Illinois
60411
Lockport
Illinois
60491
Hillside
Illinois
60162
Westmont
Illinois
60559
Elmwood Park
Illinois
60707
New Lenox
Illinois
60491
Park Forest
Illinois
60466
River Grove
Illinois
60171
Downers Grove
Illinois
60516
University Park
Illinois
60484
Northlake
Illinois
60164
Elmhurst
Illinois
60163
Romeoville
Illinois
60544
Franklin Park
Illinois
60160
Bolingbrook
Illinois
60585
Munster
Indiana
46321
Sauk Village
Illinois
60411
Norridge
Illinois
60706
Schiller Park
Illinois
60176
Monee
Illinois
60449
Lisle
Illinois
60532
Crest Hill
Illinois
60441
Lombard
Illinois
60148
Lincolnwood
Illinois
60712
Dyer
Indiana
46311
Bensenville
Illinois
60131
Manhattan
Illinois
60442
Joliet
Illinois
60586
Skokie
Illinois
60203

At A Glance

  • Experience: 17 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $185 - 300/session

Info

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7110 W 127TH ST
Palos Heights, IL 60463

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