Haley Tarling, LPC
Trauma & Somatic Therapy Specialist
In-person at 1742 N Kimball Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 and telehealth across Illinois.
Haley creates a space that is safe, flexible, and responsive to what you need in the present moment. Her work is trauma-informed, person-centered, and grounded in both emotional and somatic regulation practices.
Quick Facts
Designation
Licensed Professional Counselor
Languages
English (Fluent)
Location
In-Person at our Chicago Office
In-Person & Telehealth
Ages
Adults (18+)
Main Specialties
Trauma & Somatic Therapy Specialist
Availability
Accepting new clients
What I Help With
I specialize in trauma-informed therapy for adults dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, and mood disorders. If you've experienced trauma, whether recent or from your past—I create a safe space where healing can happen.
My work is always trauma-informed, meaning I understand how past experiences shape your present and I create a safe container for healing. I recognize that trauma isn't just in your mind as it lives in your body, too.
My 3 Core Specialties
1. Trauma & PTSD
Working with survivors of childhood trauma, complex trauma, PTSD, and traumatic experiences. Trauma affects everyone differently, and there's no "right way" to heal.
2. Anxiety & Depression
Helping adults who experience anxiety primarily as physical symptoms like racing heart, tight chest, difficulty breathing. We'll address both the mental and physical aspects of anxiety.
3. Relationship Therapy
Support for relationship stress, conflict, and communication challenges. Haley helps clients strengthen boundaries and develop coping tools (including grounding and DBT-informed skills) to support healthier connection.
I also help with...
My Approach to Therapy
I take an empathic, compassionate approach using feminist and person-centered counseling. I believe that regardless of its size, we're living in a world that adds trauma and hurt to our journeys—and these things don't often have space to be released.
"Your body remembers what your mind tries to forget."
My work is always trauma-informed, meaning I understand how past experiences shape your present and I create a safe container for healing.
I incorporate grounding skills, meditation, and somatic-based interventions to help you regulate emotionally and physically. Depending on what you need, I draw from motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and body-based approaches.
Therapy Approaches I Use
Professional Background & Education
I hold a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Illinois.
Before becoming a therapist, I was a professional dancer and choreographer. This background gives me a unique understanding of how emotions live in the body and how movement can be part of healing. If traditional "talk therapy" hasn't worked for you, my somatic approach might be what you need.
I've worked in community mental health settings, including the Anixter Center in Chicago, where I supported clients with serious mental health conditions. I received the Distinguished Graduate award for my clinical work and commitment to serving underserved populations.
Ready to Get Started?
Taking the first step toward healing takes courage. I'm here to support you on your journey toward greater peace, clarity, and fulfillment.