About Grace Palacio, Psy. D., BASE-P, SEP

Licensed Clinical Psychologist helping adults heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and situational difficulties with in-person therapy in Chicago, Illinois and approved to provide online therapy in over 30 PsyPACT states.

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You deserve a safe place where you feel heard and supported.

You work hard, support others in your life, are reliable, and give your best.

Yet, it may be hard to turn to others when you need help and support. As a result, you are at risk for feeling burned out, lonely, unhappy, and exhausted.

But, you don’t have to cope on your own.

Whether you’re experiencing burnout, trauma, a relationship issue, or emotional distress, I can help you move forward and create the life you want.
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I provide an inclusive, judgment-free space.

As a person of color and immigrant, I understand the importance of being mindful of all aspects of you, including your cultural background, personal history, religious beliefs, and interactions with society.

Get unstuck and reconnect with your mind and body.

My integrative somatic and trauma-informed therapy approach is tailored to your specific needs.

I provide a safe, supportive environment where you can feel comfortable exploring what brings you to therapy—whether it’s working through a trauma, overcoming emotional distress, or dealing with burnout, a relationship issue, or a difficult life event.

I create and hold a safe space so you can connect and understand your whole self.

As a licensed Clinical Psychologist in private practice and in the field of Rehabilitation Psychology, I go beyond talk-based therapies. I have extensive experience working with individuals with physical traumas from accidents, falls, surgeries, neurological conditions, and chronic illnesses, as well as with relational traumas. I have specialized training in effective and gentle treatments towards the resolution of trauma. My integrative approach helps you learn how to anchor in the present, move away from the swirls of rumination, worry, and self-doubt, and listen to the signals your body is sending you to process your experiences and feelings.

I meet you where you are on your journey and stay present for you in sessions, so you can process and move forward.

I incorporate advanced trauma-informed interventions from somatic and evidenced based therapies:

Get unstuck and reconnect with your mind and body.

My integrative somatic and trauma-informed therapy approach is tailored to your specific needs.

I provide a safe, supportive environment where you can feel comfortable exploring what brings you to therapy—whether it’s working through a trauma, overcoming emotional distress, or dealing with burnout, a relationship issue, or a difficult life event.

I create and hold a safe space so you can connect and understand your whole self.

As a licensed Clinical Psychologist in private practice and in the field of Rehabilitation Psychology, I go beyond talk-based therapies. I have extensive experience working with individuals with physical traumas from accidents, falls, surgeries, neurological conditions, and chronic illnesses, as well as with relational traumas. I have specialized training in effective and gentle treatments towards the resolution of trauma. My integrative approach helps you learn how to anchor in the present, move away from the swirls of rumination, worry, and self-doubt, and listen to the signals your body is sending you to process your experiences and feelings.

I meet you where you are on your journey and stay present for you in sessions, so you can process and move forward.

I incorporate advanced techniques and strategies from somatic and evidence-based therapies, including:

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You can reconnect with your body and mind and build the fulfilling life you want.

I can help you work through your current challenges and develop lifelong skills to help create and maintain the life and relationships you want.