Finding calm in a

burned-out world.

Muse Therapy offers in-person and online mental health counseling for individuals, couples, and creatives in Chicago.

Does this sound familiar?

→ You’re overwhelmed by the pace of life—your calendar is overflowing, your responsibilities never end, and yet it all feels empty.

→ Your relationships feel one-sided. You’re always giving, yet rarely feel supported in return.

→ You want better boundaries but don’t know where to start.

→ Your romantic relationship feels stagnant or nonexistent, and the change you hoped for hasn’t come.

→ Work has left you burned out. Your dreams feel out of reach, and hope for the future seems impossible.

What if you didn’t have to live an exhausting life?

Imagine feeling deeply supported in your relationships, confident in your choices, and excited to get up in the morning. Life doesn’t have to be an endless to-do list. Together, we’ll work to untangle the patterns that are holding you back and create space for peace, joy, and fulfillment. Let’s start the journey to a life that truly feels like yours.

Meet Sarah, LCPC

OWNER, THERAPIST & CREATIVE

When I found my first therapist 15 years ago, I was depressed, exhausted, and in my bi-annual identity crisis. I experienced first hand the power of a relational, attuned presence that actually listened to what I was saying, instead of waiting for their turn to speak.

Creating a balanced life with meaningful relationships and a sense of purpose is possible—even in our modern, digital, burned-out world. The key to meaningful change is active participation in the therapeutic work, and a willingness to show up when it’s hard.

My style is warm & relational, with direction and clear goals. I mix a combo of tell-it-like-it-is, with gentleness and empathy. I’m also not a “blank slate” therapist. I am an active participant in the room and bring my whole self to sessions. And if we’re a good fit, I hope you can too.

 Areas of Expertise

  • In a digital world, connected relationships are more important than ever. Whether you’re struggling with friendships, dating, marriage or family conflict, I work with individuals and couples to improve their ability to manage conflict, recognizing unhealthy patterns, and establish emotionally healthy relationships.

  • We spend so many of our waking hours at work. It’s normal to hit road blocks. I help individuals gain clarity about their career path by facilitating a process of deep self-reflection, exploring their values, interests, skills, and goals, allowing them to make informed decisions about their professional direction, often leading to greater career satisfaction and decreased anxiety. I also help with pratical skills such as salary negotiation and financial coaching.

  • Thanks social media, you ruined us all. In an image-driven world, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of highlight reels, photoshopped images, and unrealistic expectations. Everyone has a brand, and worth is often determined by how aesthetic & accomplished our lives are. But I believe life can be so much more. There’s freedom in releasing the choke-hold on perfectionism and letting your life hold space for many things that don’t all work together in an Instagram bio. It turns out you’re not a brand—you’re a person.

  • With over 15 years of experience working in visual arts, I uniquely understand the ins and outs of creative life and work. I weave my clinical expertise, artistic background, and innovative creative modalities to accomplish holistic healing for creative and entertainment professionals. A few things I often work on with my clients includes imposter syndrome, work/life balance, career discernment, financial wellness, lack of motivation, dual roles, and identity. Learn more here.

  • We are always holding grief in one hand. No one gets a pass, but everyone uniquely carries different burdens. Whether it’s loss of a loved one, divorce, loss of identity or a major life transition, I help my clients slow down to give grief the special attention and care it needs.

  • I help people from a wide range of diverse backgrounds and do not place my own beliefs onto my clients, but for those interested in integrating issues of faith, church hurt, and spirituality into the counseling room, I have speciality training in this approach.

Here’s are the ways I can help.

I work with adults, couples and creatives. Click the links below to learn more.

Supportive, one-on-one therapy for adults struggling with relationships, career, grief, and more.

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Transformative couples therapy to explore issues related to conflict, connection, communication, and intimacy.

Therapy for artists, creatives, and highly sensitive people struggling with the ups and downs of creative work & life.

What Clients Say About Sarah

  • -BK

    "I’m not sure where I would be without the experiences I have had in therapy with Sarah. I can say that it has been life-changing."

  • - AP

    "Sarah has given me a fulfilling life where I don’t face worries about friends, performance, or food anymore. I found joy in life again."

  • - MO

    “Therapy with Sarah has completely transformed my life. It helped me step into my true self, connect with my inner child, and embrace vulnerability, which deepened my relationships. I’ve learned to set boundaries, take ownership of my healing, and address challenges head-on.”

  • - HY

    “Sarah Heinss is a very caring and considerate therapist. For the 2 and 1/2 years we worked together, she helped me learn valuable techniques for anxiety management and listened empathetically as I shared about my struggles.”

  • - CK

    “Sarah is compassionate, insightful, and incredibly supportive. She created a safe space where I felt comfortable being vulnerable, which allowed me to confront my struggles and embrace my true self. Her guidance was both gentle and firm, helping me stay accountable while encouraging me to grow in ways I never thought possible. She gave me the tools I needed to navigate my journey and inspired me to take charge of my healing with confidence and determination.”

  • - KC

    “Sarah has a grounding presence and seems firmly rooted in her authentic self. She embodies a sense of unconditional positive regard that invites a feeling of safety and trust. Sarah also has the ability to bring a light-hearted spirit into heavy conversations, and I found her sense of humor to be uplifting. Her way of providing guidance in therapy felt affirming and anchoring.”