Self-Esteem & Trauma Therapy in Chicago, IL
Welcome! I’m Olga Konyakova, a trauma-informed therapist who helps women rebuild confidence after experiencing trauma.
Can you answer “yes” to any of the following?
Are you stuck in exhausting cycles of people-pleasing and perfectionism?
Are you so weary of feeling responsible for everything and everyone that praise for being so reliable no longer feels like a compliment?
Are you burdened by the emotional pain of past experiences you don’t know how to process or resolve?
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed in your relationships, like you don’t have a voice, can’t set boundaries, and can’t get out of toxic dynamics?
All of these problems are signs of trauma.
Not all trauma comes in the form of catastrophic events and PTSD.
Years of small, insidious, relational wounds can be just as damaging.
But the good news is, all trauma can heal.
Olga Konyakova, LCSW, CADC
My name is Olga Konyakova, and I’m an LCSW, specializing in working with clients who are struggling with complex trauma and attachment wounds. I combine cutting-edge EMDR with a psychodynamic approach, parts work, and attachment-based therapy to help my clients resolve trauma, heal their inner child, and learn to navigate their lives and relationships with confidence, boundaries, and joy.
To learn more about what trauma therapy is like, you can explore my Services Page. In addition to traditional weekly therapy, I also offer EMDR Intensives, a specialized treatment option that helps you process trauma and find healing in the fastest manner possible, by engaging in focused and extended therapy sessions over the course of 1-3 days. An intensive may be an ideal fit for you if you need relief quickly, struggle to fit a weekly session into your schedule, or don’t want to spend 6-12 months in therapy.
The hardest step is acknowledging you need help.
You’re already on your way.
Imagine…
saying no without guilt, being able to recover from mistakes with ease, and having energy left to take care of yourself.
the weight coming off of your shoulders as you set down burdens you no longer need to carry so you can focus on what matters most to you.
a feeling of warmth in your chest as you embrace healing and compassion for yourself, even the past versions of you that you’ve always found hard to love.
finding your voice in relationships and speaking up with confidence to set boundaries and end toxic patterns, so you can finally experience love and belonging.
Specialities
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Trauma Therapy
Trauma therapy provides a healing path for those struggling with emotional neglect, difficult relationships, or past pain. Approaches like EMDR and attachment-focused therapy promote deep healing, leading to healthier relationships and inner peace.
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EMDR Therapy
EMDR is a technique that utilizes bilateral stimulation or eye movement to help you process and release trauma. Research has shown it has tremendous benefits in helping people move from just mentally understanding their trauma to actually experiencing relief in their bodies.
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EMDR Therapy Intensives
If traditional weekly therapy has not been a good fit for you, if you feel like you’ve gotten stuck and aren’t making progress anymore, or if you are drowning and need relief from symptoms quickly, engaging in an EMDR Intensive may be a good option for you. More time for deeper healing.
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Psychodynamic, Parts & Attachment Work
One of the most fundamental components of healing is learning to engage with your inner child, and other wounded parts of yourself, with acceptance and compassion. This foundation of attachment healing is what enables you to experience secure attachment in other relationships in your life.
Ready to get started?
Here’s what to expect.
Please contact me at olga@imoktherapy.com or call (847) 220-7825.
The free consultation call will be 15-30 minutes. We’ll go over what brings you into therapy, what you’re looking for in therapy/your therapist, and any other specific questions you might have. We’ll discuss the right fit in terms of time availability, the types of therapy I provide, and payments.
If it’s a good fit, I will send you the link to the intake paperwork, and we will schedule our first intake appointment.
Online Therapy
Therapy that meets you wherever you are.
As a trauma therapist, I know how vital it is for you to feel safe and grounded during your healing process. Online therapy allows us to connect in a way that feels comfortable and accessible for you—whether that’s from your home or another private space you trust. It eliminates the stress of traveling to an office and gives you the flexibility to fit therapy into your busy life.
Your privacy is my top priority, and I use a secure, encrypted platform to ensure everything you share stays confidential.
Together, we’ll create a safe space to work through your experiences and help you reclaim your strength and resilience.
I would love to take this journey with you.
All it takes to get started is reaching out.