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Gracie Fernandez, LCSW(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Illinois
Anxiety -Codependency-Communication issues- Life transitions- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Trauma-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Gracie is located in the Lakeview area of Chicago but exclusively working remote and seeing clients via Telehealth. Gracie works with adults in their 20s through 60s who are navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief and loss, depression, and trauma-related symptoms. She offers a warm, compassionate, and grounding presence, creating a space where clients feel safe, seen, and supported. Gracie's approach is collaborative and holistic. She partners with each client to understand their unique story and help them deepen their relationship with themselves, reconnect with personal strengths, and move toward a more fulfilling and aligned life.

In addition to private practice, Gracie has experience in case management and crisis counseling in hospital and outpatient settings. Her work integrates mind-body approaches including yoga-based practices, meditation, Neuro Emotional Technique (NET), and somatic-based tools to support healing and self-awareness.

Gracie believes in each person’s innate capacity to grow and thrive. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply longing for a deeper connection to yourself, therapy can be a powerful step toward clarity, healing, and meaningful change. Gracie is able to walk alongside you with warmth and curiosity—helping you explore who you are, what matters most, and how to live in a way that feels aligned to who you are.


Message to clients

I offer 50-minute weekly or bi-weekly sessions to clients interested in individual psychotherapy. If you are a new client, I recommend starting on a weekly basis, as it supports in building the therapeutic relationship.

I incorporate yoga based practices, meditation, and somatic based approaches in my clinical work with clients. I am a warm, empathetic, compassionate and approachable therapist with a passion for holistic health and wellness practices. I work with clients to help them access feelings and emotions, to further and better understand themselves, and to discover existing personal strengths and values.

When beginning with a new therapist, it’s important to get a sense of who you will be working with to ensure it feels like a fit. With this in mind, I offer an initial 15-20 minute consultation at no charge.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 7 years


DePaul University , Master in Social Work, 2019
DePaul University , BS in Psychology , 2017

Licensure

Illinois: 149.027315

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Codependency - Development of healthy boundaries in relationships; strategies for increasing individual self-esteem and autonomy; coping mechanisms for separation and individuation.

Communication issues - Developing effective interpersonal skills in relationships with partners, families, and co-workers; using healthy methods of communication to convey needs and respond to others

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (50min)

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