Hello! I am Dr. Maria Cornejo Garcia.

I am the founder and owner of Inspiring Connections Therapy. I work with individuals, families, and couples across the lifespan to address a variety of  issues, such as stress, acculturative stress, life transitions, depression, anxiety, relational issues, and issues related to grief, trauma, and racial trauma. I am also passionate about addressing burnout and compassion fatigue and supporting those who care for others.

My work with you in therapy aims to create a space where you can speak openly about your concerns and feel seen and heard. My approach to therapy is to view you as part of a whole collection of your life experiences. I will explore with you present and past patterns in your life in an effort to gain an understanding of your worldview. I acknowledge that matters of culture and race are important to our mental health and contribute to one’s experiences, and I will integrate this into treatment from a multicultural perspective. I am collaborative, informative, and value empowering you in the many roles you have in your life. Together we will explore where you have been, where you are, and where you would like to be. This is your journey. Your mental health matters.

Education, Credentials and Experience

Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology,

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Licensed as a Clinical Psychologist

State of Illinois

Integrated Primary Care

Certification

Compassion Fatigue Professional

Certification

Bilingual

English and Spanish