Gloria Aguilar Guano LPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Over the years, I have worked in outpatient, residential, and partial hospitalization settings, walking alongside people through life transitions, recovery, and the challenges of living with complex symptoms. These experiences have shaped me into a therapist who shows up with both compassion and practical tools, always honoring the resilience you already carry. I specialize in complex trauma, eating disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, borderline personality disorder, and adolescent concerns. I am committed to supporting BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ clients with care that is deeply affirming. My style is collaborative and flexible, drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, person centered therapy, and ERP. Above all, I aim to create a space that is trauma informed, culturally sensitive, and identity-affirming, where you feel safe to be yourself and supported in your growth.

I believe our experiences are shaped not only by who we are, but also by the environments and systems we move through. In therapy, I pay close attention to how culture, identity, and lived experiences intersect, because these layers matter in understanding both struggles and strengths. I also believe that knowing who your therapist is can be an important part of feeling safe and connected. I come to this work as a Latine, lesbian, woman/non-binary person and trauma survivor. These parts of my identity shape the empathy and perspective I bring into the room. I am deeply committed to social justice and to creating spaces where voices that are often silenced can be heard. Outside of therapy, I stay grounded through creativity, writing, spirituality, and community. My commitment is to keep learning and unlearning so I can show up fully for those who place their trust in me, and I feel honored to walk alongside clients as they heal and grow.