Elizabeth Diaz, LCSW

Psychotherapist

“One moment can change a day, one day can change a life and one life can change the world.”

-Buddha

I have walked side by side with individuals who have faced a range of life challenges, from anxiety and transitional life stage stresses to traumas such as witnessing murders, sexual abuse (including child sexual abuse), human trafficking, and sex trafficking.

Whatever brings you to therapy is valid because it’s your experience. Whether you’re here to unpack a specific event or questioning if you “even need” therapy, I’m here to listen and be present with you.

Education.

University of Chicago - Master of Arts in Clinical Social Work
Loyola University Chicago - Bachelor of Arts in Music
Loyola University Chicago - Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris - Concours de Flute Traversiere et Musique de Chambre - Sont reçus à l'unanimité

Memberships

National Association of Social Work (NASW)
International Association of Trauma Professionals (IATP)
National Association of Social Work for Groups (NASWG)

Certifications

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) *

Other Current or Past Roles

Abuse Prevention Specialist & Author of Sexual Abuse Prevention Curriculum for School-Aged Children - Children's Advocacy Center of North and Northwest Cook County (Past)
Clinical Field Consultant for Graduate Students- University of Chicago's School of Social Service Administration (Past)
Board Vice President, Northwest Center Against Sexual Assault (Present)
Adjunct Professor, National Louis University School of Social Work (Fall 2025)

*anticipated

About Me.

I specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Many of my clients have experienced or been witnesses to severe trauma, including sexual abuse, childhood abuse, traumatic loss, birth trauma, and loss of a parent.t

I have second-level training in adjustment disorders, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or attention deficit disorder (ADD), and developmental disabilities and disorders such as autism spectrum disorder and dyslexia.

I incorporate mindfulness-based therapy techniques, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MSBR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic Experiencing (SE), and meditation, into individual and small group sessions, as well as provide clients with practical mindfulness-based tools they can use in everyday life.

Insurance & Rates.

Out-of-pocket cost per session: $185

In network: BCBS PPO, BCBS PPO Blue Choice & Select Aetna plans

Out-of-network: Review your out-of-network plan benifts and coverage

Please call your insurance and provide them with my National Provider Identification Number (NPI) to verify if I am in network with your provider.

Elizabeth Diaz, LCSW NPI 1831542026