about Isabel C.
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’s painful to feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, especially when all you want is clarity, connection, and a sense of peace. Maybe you’ve been navigating a big life transition—becoming a parent, starting a new career, ending a relationship, or facing the uncertainty of “what now?” On the outside, you’re holding it all together, but inside you feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or like you've lost touch with who you are and what you need. You're not alone in this—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.
Therapy is a space to slow down, tune in, and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. Whether you come as an individual or a couple, I’ll meet you with warmth, curiosity, and care. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that have shaped your relationships—both with others and with yourself—and begin to gently rewrite the stories that are keeping you stuck. My approach is rooted in a narrative and systemic lens, which means we’ll look beyond just “fixing” problems to understand the deeper context and meaning behind them.
Clients who work with me appreciate my calming presence, collaborative energy, and the way I help them feel safe enough to be honest—even about the hard stuff. I believe that healing begins when we create space for curiosity, vulnerability, and the possibility of change. Whether you're seeking deeper self-understanding, stronger relationships, or a sense of wholeness, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.
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.
“I believe healing begins when we create space for curiosity, vulnerability and the possibility for change.”
- isabel caisse, M.A., ALMft (she/her/hers)
Isabel Caisse is the clinical coordinator and a staff therapist at Empower Family Therapy. She has completed her Master of Arts in Couple & Family Therapy and has clinical experience. Isabel is on track for full licensure and receives direct supervision under Tina Shrader, LMFT, owner of Empower Family Therapy.
To schedule an appointment with Isabel, contact us and mention her name.
isabel’S SPECIALTIES INCLUDE:
Couples taking a new step in their relationship (moving in, premarital, planning for children, becoming parents)Young adults & teens struggling with anxiety, depression or self esteem issues
Life transitions & career changes
Postpartum / perinatal mental health for individuals or couples
Exploration & deconstruction of religion or spirituality