Get to know Chicago Growth Mindset: Counseling for the community...
Therapist
Veronica Ortiz
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in social work.
Northeastern Illinois University conferred my undergraduate degree, while the University of Denver awarded my master’s degree.
My professional background encompasses community mental health, juvenile delinquency, school-based mental health, and child welfare.
Throughout my 20-year career, I have gained extensive experience in behavioral health, outpatient mental health, residential mental health, crisis intervention, and juvenile justice centers.
Throughout a decade of leadership, I have successfully managed teams comprising therapists, residential staff, outreach personnel, case managers, and parent specialists.
My therapeutic and professional coaching methodologies are grounded in healing-centered and intersectional practices that incorporate cultural awareness, restorative practices, spirituality, and collective healing.
Having personally navigated complex trauma and embarked upon my healing journey, I acknowledge that my trauma does not define me; instead, I am a synthesis of diverse experiences, relationships, grief, and loss that collectively shape my identity.
As a queer, multi-racial, and neurodivergent therapist, I hold a firm belief in the inherent dignity and unassailable worth of every individual, which cannot be earned or diminished. This universal attribute is a common thread among all people, regardless of their backgrounds or life experiences.
The principles of collective healing facilitate connections that transcend our differences, reinforcing the notion that our identities are more significant than our actions.
I am dedicated to working with at-risk youth, parents, teams, and leaders.
My approach is customized to address the specific needs of the individuals or teams with whom I engage. I strive to cultivate a collaborative and empowering environment that encourages self-discovery and vulnerability.
I advocate for tailoring treatment to meet the unique requirements of each participant, employing evidence-based practices rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all model.
Veronica Ortiz | Therapist
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in social work.
Northeastern Illinois University conferred my undergraduate degree, while the University of Denver awarded my master’s degree.
My professional background encompasses community mental health, juvenile delinquency, school-based mental health, and child welfare.
Throughout my 20-year career, I have gained extensive experience in behavioral health, outpatient mental health, residential mental health, crisis intervention, and juvenile justice centers.
Throughout a decade of leadership, I have successfully managed teams comprising therapists, residential staff, outreach personnel, case managers, and parent specialists.
My therapeutic and professional coaching methodologies are grounded in healing-centered and intersectional practices that incorporate cultural awareness, restorative practices, spirituality, and collective healing.
Having personally navigated complex trauma and embarked upon my healing journey, I acknowledge that my trauma does not define me; instead, I am a synthesis of diverse experiences, relationships, grief, and loss that collectively shape my identity.
As a queer, multi-racial, and neurodivergent therapist, I hold a firm belief in the inherent dignity and unassailable worth of every individual, which cannot be earned or diminished. This universal attribute is a common thread among all people, regardless of their backgrounds or life experiences.
The principles of collective healing facilitate connections that transcend our differences, reinforcing the notion that our identities are more significant than our actions.
I am dedicated to working with at-risk youth, parents, teams, and leaders.
My approach is customized to address the specific needs of the individuals or teams with whom I engage. I strive to cultivate a collaborative and empowering environment that encourages self-discovery and vulnerability.
I advocate for tailoring treatment to meet the unique requirements of each participant, employing evidence-based practices rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all model.
