Summer Stewart (she/her)

PsyD
Accepting Clients

Are you exhausted from being the anchor for everyone but yourself?

Post-Doctoral Fellow in Palos Heights, IL
Supervised by Aretha Steele, PsyD

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Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services

About My Clients

You’re probably used to being the one who handles things. People count on you, and somehow you keep everything moving, even when you’re overwhelmed. On the outside, you look like you have it together. Inside, your mind won’t slow down. You overthink, worry about disappointing people, and keep pushing even when you’re exhausted. I especially enjoy working with Black & Brown and high-achieving women navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, perfectionism, people-pleasing & body image.

My Background and Approach

I’m a therapist who believes good therapy should feel human, not like you’re being analyzed from across the room. As a Black woman, I understand that anxiety, burnout, self-worth, and relationships don’t exist separately from culture, family expectations, identity, racism, work, and the pressure many women feel to be strong or have it all together. My approach is warm, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, practical, and collaborative. We’ll explore what’s underneath the overthinking, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or difficulty setting boundaries, not just manage the symptoms. We’ll also build practical ways to quiet your mind, recognize patterns, set healthier boundaries, and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself and your body. I want therapy to help you understand yourself, not just become better at pushing through.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe therapy should be one of the few places where you don’t have to be the strong one. You don’t need the right words. You don’t need to have everything figured out. And you don’t need to take care of anyone else while you’re here. You can be ambitious, caring, successful, and dependable...and still be tired. You can love the people in your life and need stronger boundaries. You can appreciate everything you’ve accomplished and still wonder why it never feels like enough. Healing isn’t about becoming a completely different person. It’s about understanding yourself, trusting yourself more, and making room for your needs in the life you’ve worked so hard to build. You deserve more than being good at getting through the day. You deserve a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside.

Client Focus

Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Languages
English

Qualifications

Education
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Adler University
Supervision
Supervised by Aretha Steele, PsyD · 071010226
Years in practice
7 years
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Aetna 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
708-419-3171
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 41.6613634°, -87.7943932°

Nearby Areas

Cities and Zips
Palos Heights
Illinois
60463
Oak Lawn
Illinois
60803
Evergreen Park
Illinois
60805
Chicago Ridge
Illinois
60415
Alsip
Illinois
60803
Crestwood
Illinois
60472
Bridgeview
Illinois
60501
Bedford Park
Illinois
60638
Hickory Hills
Illinois
60457
Oak Forest
Illinois
60477
Orland Park
Illinois
60487
Justice
Illinois
60501
Orland Hills
Illinois
60487
Blue Island
Illinois
60472
Posen
Illinois
60469
Tinley Park
Illinois
60487
Calumet Park
Illinois
60827
Markham
Illinois
60429
Country Club Hills
Illinois
60478
Cicero
Illinois
60804
Berwyn
Illinois
60402
Hazel Crest
Illinois
60430
Harvey
Illinois
60426
North Riverside
Illinois
60546
Matteson
Illinois
60443
South Holland
Illinois
60473
Chicago
Illinois
60604
Frankfort
Illinois
60443
Burnham
Illinois
60633
Hillside
Illinois
60162
Bellwood
Illinois
60104
Richton Park
Illinois
60471
Westmont
Illinois
60559
Chicago Heights
Illinois
60411
Calumet City
Illinois
60409
Melrose Park
Illinois
60163
New Lenox
Illinois
60491
Park Forest
Illinois
60466
Downers Grove
Illinois
60516
South Chicago Heights
Illinois
60475
Elmhurst
Illinois
60163
University Park
Illinois
60484
Franklin Park
Illinois
60160
Romeoville
Illinois
60544
Sauk Village
Illinois
60411
Schiller Park
Illinois
60176
Lombard
Illinois
60148
Lisle
Illinois
60532
Lincolnwood
Illinois
60712
Joliet
Illinois
60586
Park Ridge
Illinois
60068

At A Glance

  • Experience: 7 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $125 - 175/session

Info

Email Summer
7110 W 127th St
Palos Heights, IL 60463
8547 S Cicero
Chicago, IL 60652

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