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Khaliah Marsh(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Illinois
Anxiety -Body image-Child mental health- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics-Self harm- Trauma-
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Professional statement

Khaliah Marsh is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over nine years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan. She works with children, adolescents, and adults navigating depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, and the lingering effects of past trauma. Khaliah is passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences, emotions, and goals at their own pace. She meets each client with empathy, understanding, and respect, tailoring her work to meet their unique needs.

In her approach, Khaliah draws on evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, narrative therapy, and expressive therapies. She values the collaborative nature of the therapeutic process, encouraging clients to take an active role in their growth while providing guidance and tools along the way. Her goal is to help clients build healthy coping strategies, strengthen self-esteem, and develop the resilience needed to live more fulfilling lives.

Khaliah earned her Master of Social Work degree from Loyola University Chicago in 2018 and has since dedicated her career to providing accessible and compassionate mental health care. She brings extensive experience in supporting individuals through challenges related to stress, mood, and identity, and is committed to walking alongside her clients as they process their past and move toward a healthier, more empowered future.

Khaliah offers both in-person sessions and secure telehealth options to best accommodate her clients’ needs. She is dedicated to ensuring therapy is a flexible, comfortable, and consistent part of her clients’ lives. Whether clients are beginning therapy for the first time or returning to continue their personal growth, they can expect a welcoming and nonjudgmental environment where their mental health is the priority.


Message to clients

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I want you to know that my goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and heard. I believe therapy works best when we move at your pace, and I will meet you where you are in your journey. Together, we will explore the challenges you’re facing while also identifying your strengths and building skills that support your mental health and overall well-being.

I draw from approaches like mindfulness, CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and expressive therapy, but I always tailor sessions to your unique needs. You can expect our work to be collaborative, compassionate, and practical—focused on helping you better understand yourself, develop healthy coping strategies, and gain clarity about the impact of past experiences.

My hope for you is that therapy becomes a place where you not only process difficulties but also build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self. Whether this is your first time in therapy or you’re returning to continue your growth, I am committed to walking alongside you as you work toward the life you want.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 8 years


Loyola University Chicago, Master's of Social Work, 2018

Licensure

Illinois: 149.026578

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)

Body image - Development of skills for handling negative thoughts about physical appearance; building habits of more positive self-talk and self-perception.

Child mental health - Specialized strategies for common childhood disorders including attention issues, attachment problems, behavioral disorders, learning disorders, autism spectrum diagnoses, and feeding or elimination issues.

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Self harm - Building skills and supports to cope with emotional pain, suffering, and numbness; increasing positive meaningful life experiences

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




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • Carelon
  • Cigna
  • ComPsych
  • Evernorth
  • First-Health
  • Medicare (through United Health)
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Tricare
  • Trustmark
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan

Khaliah Marsh is accepting clients using listed insurances, paying listed fees, or using health insurance out-of-network benefits other than:

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$130 (45min)
  • Sliding scale:$100 - $130

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