Alice May MSW, LSW

Queer-Affirming Therapist Lakeview

Psychotherapist
Individual, Couples & Group Therapy
Pronouns – She/Her/Hers

Modern life has a way of creating disconnection—both from others and ourselves. Constant distractions, political differences, the relative ease of online interaction, and interpersonal anxieties can make even those closest to us feel a million miles away. It can be difficult to break out of old patterns and unlearn harmful messages about your identity. If you are looking for ways to be more present for yourself and your loved ones, therapy can be a great tool to look into yourself and reconnect in a supportive and vulnerable environment.

I love working with people who want to reconnect with their inner child, rediscovering the joy and passion that can seem to disappear over time or perhaps was denied from a young age. You deserve to release overwhelming feelings of shame and guilt so you can focus on building a life that serves you.

If you are a queer individual, someone who struggles with their body image and an eating disorder, or are neurodivergent pursuing authenticity in a sometimes hostile world, I can help you structure a life that fits your needs instead of trying to force yourself into a mold that is entirely the wrong shape.

Group Therapy

In addition to individual therapy, I facilitate and co-lead several groups at Mind Body Co-op, including:

• Trauma & Recovery Group for all genders provides trauma-informed group therapy focused on healing, connection, and emotional regulation. Participants process past experiences while strengthening resilience and reclaiming a sense of safety.

I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois Chicago and hold a BA in English and Gender & Sexuality Studies from the University of Chicago. Ultimately, if you think we might be a good match, I would love to meet you.

Immediate availability for telehealth and in-person sessions in our Lakeview and Loop locations.