Jamie Tolmatsky

Jamie Tolmatsky (they/she) is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who completed their doctorate at Adler University in 2019. Jamie is a white, neurodivergent, queer, second-generation American who enjoys practicing therapy with creatives of all kinds. Jamie supports adults in identity development through relational exploration, attachment- and body-focused work. Their therapeutic approach is rooted in an anti-racist, feminist and multicultural perspective, prizing clients’ lived experiences, intersecting identities, and worldview as the framework from which therapy begins.

When working with Jamie in individual therapy, clients can expect to engage in a collaborative, authentic relational process with opportunities for experiential and somatic practices. Therapy with Jamie is exploratory, warm, engaging and flexible, individualized for each client’s evolving needs and preferences. Jamie finds joy in helping clients navigating identity development, life transitions, relationship concerns and family of origin issues. She is passionate about supporting clients who are exploring their relationship with their body, neurodivergence, queerness and/or spirituality.

Education and Credentials

• Licensed Clinical Psychologist
• PsyD from Adler University
• MA in Clinical Psychology from Adler University
• BA in Psychology from University of Wisconsin-Madison
• Chicago Institute for Psychoanalysis Fellowship
• Albert Schweitzer Fellowship
• Alzheimer’s Association Support Group Facilitator Training
• Supporting Individuals with Disability in the Workplace Microcredentialing

What specific modalities do you practice and are you certified?

I practice a mind-body-spirit approach to therapy, rooted in relational-feminist theory, and incorporate mindfulness, existential and psychodynamic principles into my work. When clients are looking for applied tools in order to navigate life transitions, we engage in values exploration based in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in order to promote flexibility and meaningful living. Beyond the theoretical underpinnings of my work, I love to laugh with clients and embrace the whole human that I share space with. I have a life-long commitment to growing increasingly trauma-informed and maintaining an honest, curious and culturally humble practice. My work is a queer– and neurodivergent–affirming, fat-positive space to explore racism, healthism, ableism, and other forms of oppression. 

Most everything by Jonathan Safran Foer, especially Eating Animals and Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close

I love queer rom-com reads like The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun and Delilah Green Doesn’t Care by Ashley Herring Blake

Cosmic Rx Radio podcast with Madi Murphy

What do you like to do when you are not working? What do you do for fun?

I enjoy spending as much time as possible outside – hiking, at the lakefront, or dining out on patios with my dog! Year round, exploring local art is such a source of joy, from street fairs and galleries to restaurants, theatre and live music.  

What are you excited about? What is your passion?

Personally and professionally, Tricia Hersey’s Rest Is Resistance framework is incredibly empowering as it liberates bodies and spirits beyond capitalism and white supremacy. I relish the opportunity to explore the impacts of “grind culture” on our individual and collective psyche and support clients in accessing rest and pleasure. 

I also benefit from and continue to deepen my spiritual practice. When clients are interested, I am excited to incorporate ritual and other experientials into sessions, including exploration of breathwork, artmaking, dream content, tarot, astrology, and other mystical lineages. 

What do you like about being a therapist?

SO much! I cherish the therapeutic relationship – it is unlike any other dynamic and feels so sacred to me. It means so much to be with clients during their joys and hardships while witnessing their growth. It is incredibly touching to be present with another human as they delve into their personal history, desires and the present challenges that come with being a human. I deeply appreciate the trust that is formed over the course of therapy and am honored to work, learn and grow alongside truly wonderful people. 

What’s your “go to” creative or restorative outlet?  

I love to spend time near the lake, camping, or at a local Sofar Sounds show. I find release and restoration in my spiritual practice by integrating yoga, tarot, astrology and other energy- and nature-based rituals.