isabel caisse, M.A.,LMft (she/her/hers)
Therapy for Anxiety, Burnout, and Relationship Issues
You’re not exactly sure when things started to shift, maybe it was a slow drift, or maybe something changed all at once. Now, conversations feel harder, the quiet moments feel heavier, and you’re carrying a weight you don’t quite know how to name. Whether you're feeling disconnected from your partner, from yourself, or both, it can feel painful to stay stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, especially when you’re wanting clarity, connection, and a sense of peace.
You may be navigating a major life transition, becoming a parent, starting a new career, ending a relationship, or facing the uncertainty of what comes next. On the outside, it can look like you’re holding everything together, while internally things feel overwhelming, unclear, or disconnected from who you are and what you need.
What Therapy Can Help With for Burnout and Relationships
Therapy offers a space to slow down, tune in, and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. I approach this work with warmth, curiosity, and care. I work with teens, adults, and couples who feel overwhelmed by life transitions or disconnected from themselves or each other, often feeling burned out, stuck in repeating patterns, or unsure who they are becoming.
Together, we’ll explore the patterns shaping your relationships, both with others and with yourself, and begin to shift the ones that are keeping you stuck. My work is grounded in a narrative and systemic lens, meaning we look beyond just fixing problems to understand the deeper context and meaning behind them. I offer in-person therapy in Chicago and Oak Park, as well as virtual sessions across Illinois.
A Relationship-Focused and Systems-Based Approach
Clients often describe our work together as calm, collaborative, and grounding. I move at an intentional pace, helping you slow things down enough to really understand what’s happening beneath the surface. My approach is grounded in relational and systems-based work. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, I look at patterns, how you relate to yourself, your partner, and your family over time.
In sessions, I help you make sense of burnout, perfectionism, and loss of identity by understanding how these patterns developed and what keeps them going. With couples and families, I focus on improving emotional connection and communication so interactions feel less reactive and more supportive. This work can be especially helpful if you’re navigating major transitions, including shifts in relationships, roles, or belief systems. I also support clients who are deconstructing religious or long-held beliefs, helping you find grounding and meaning during times of uncertainty.
I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Hope College in Holland, MI and my Master of Arts in Couple and Family Therapy at Adler University. I live in Chicago with my husband and our cat, Lizzo. When I am not in the therapy room, you can find me cooking homemade meals, taking long walks outside, reading or spending time with friends and family.
You may be a good fit for my work if you ARE:
A teen feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or misunderstood at home
A young adult struggling with identity, direction, or life transitions
An adult experiencing burnout or perfectionism that’s hard to turn off
A couple feeling disconnected or stuck in the same unresolved conflicts
A family navigating tension between parents and teens or young adults
Someone questioning or deconstructing spiritual or belief systems
Isabel Caisse is the Clinical Director and a staff therapist at Empower Family Therapy. She has completed her Master of Arts in Couple & Family Therapy from Adler University. Isabel is a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of Illinois. She works with teens (13–17), young adults, and adults. She offers individual, couples, and family therapy. Sessions are available in person in Chicago and Oak Park, as well as virtually for clients located in Illinois.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
What is it like to work with you?
Working with me feels warm, collaborative, and steady. I move at a thoughtful pace and focus on helping you feel truly seen and understood. Sessions are a space to slow down, make sense of patterns, and feel validated while also gaining clarity about what you want to change.
What types of clients do you help best?
I work best with teens, young adults, adults, and couples going through life transitions, burnout, or disconnection. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, stuck in perfectionism, or unsure of their identity or direction. I also support couples and families struggling to reconnect and communicate more effectively.
What should I expect in the first session?
The first session is about understanding what’s bringing you in and what feels hardest right now. I’ll ask questions about your experiences, relationships, and goals, while making sure you feel comfortable and heard. There’s no pressure to have everything figured out — we start where you are.
Do you work with couples and families?
Yes. I work with couples who feel disconnected or caught in repeating conflicts, as well as families navigating parent/teen or young adult tension. My focus is on understanding patterns and helping relationships feel more supportive and less reactive over time.
Can you help with religious or belief deconstruction?
Yes. I enjoy working with clients who are questioning or deconstructing their spirituality or long-held beliefs. This process can feel disorienting or isolating, and therapy can be a space to explore identity, values, and meaning while finding grounding during change.