Adara Lialios is the founder of Adara Therapy & Wellness, a Chicago based licensed clinical social worker, therapist, and a passionate mental health advocate. With a background in both therapy as well as music and the arts, she brings a creative, relatable, and down to earth perspective to conversations about mental health.
Whether she's working with clients, speaking on a podcast, leading a workshop, or creating content online, Adara is passionate about making mental health feel more approachable and less intimidating.
Through her social media platforms, workshops, and media appearances, Adara blends evidence based mental health education with authenticity, humor, and real life experiences, helping people feel seen, understood, and hopefully a little less alone.
WalkNGROW PODCAST
Adara joins a podcast conversation exploring the intersection of music and mental health, sharing her journey as both a therapist and musician. She opens up about navigating life transitions, betting on yourself, and finding balance between creativity and healing.
GREAT EXPOSURE PODCAST
Adara joins podcast host Tanner Siegfort for their “Great Exposure” podcast to talk music, performing, taking risks, and mental health.
Workshops
Adara’s workshops combine professional expertise with creativity and community. She’s passionate about making mental health conversations accessible, engaging, and empowering especially for artists, young adults, and those seeking connection and growth.
Adara leads a conversation on imposter syndrome in the creative world with a group of artists and musicians during Unplugged Minds, a mental health workshop for musicians.
A highlight reel from Unplugged Minds — a mental health workshop for musicians that blended therapy, live music, open discussion, and meaningful community building.
Feedback from attendees at Adara’s recent Yoga Mental Health Workshop, creating a space for likeminded individuals to process and share their worries and gain tools on how to regulate emotions.