Hello.

Peace! My name is Jarvis Burks and I am a Licensed Social Worker providing professional mental health services and support to teens and young men in Chicago for 8 years and counting.  

 

I was born and raised in the East Garfield Park neighborhood on the west side of Chicago. I attended daycare, elementary school, and high school all in the same neighborhood. This reality taught me the beauty and importance of Community and Support. 

 

I’m passionate about building community and supporting men aged 18-35 in navigating life’s challenges, building resilience, and finding balance. Using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, I strive to empower clients to understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. 

 

My approach is client-centered and collaborative, meaning we work as a team to uncover solutions that fit your unique needs and life. I am committed to supporting you in turning your challenges into opportunities for growth.

 

Whether you're managing stress, dealing with relationships, or seeking personal growth, my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for exploration and positive change. Together, we’ll work on developing practical tools to help you feel more confident, grounded, and in control of your life.

TAKING THE FIRST STEP TO MOVE FORWARD

Change is possible when you allow yourself to ask for help. One of my favorite quotes states, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.”  Creating a comfortable environment for you to explore present and past challenges and learn more about yourself in authentic ways, one step at a time, is my assignment, and I take it very seriously.  

 

My goal is to help you on your journey to self-awareness that begins with discovering your strengths, values, learning and practicing self-care, acquiring new tools to cope with stress, improving confidence, and establishing boundaries to improve clarity and create new meanings.

 

OWN YOUR STORY

Self-doubt, lack of motivation, sadness, constant worrying, resentment, and fear can impact how you feel about yourself as well as your outlook on life. In session, you and I will explore your thinking patterns, feelings, and experiences to help you connect to your story.  Through journaling and the tools learned, you will begin to reframe your thoughts through positive self-talk, manage emotions, and gain clarity on what matters to you.

 

HOW I CAN HELP

With my experiences and specialties, I strive to motivate individuals to identify unhelpful thoughts, empower them to make value-based decisions, and learn new behaviors that best meet their needs.

 

SELF-CARE IS MY WAY OF LIFE

I enjoy spending time with family and friends, game nights, traveling with my husband, trying new recipes, enjoying Chicago’s beautiful lakefront, or cheering on Da Bears. I also enjoy “me” time with my cup of coffee or tea, a good book, or watching my favorite TV shows.