Ella Zhu, LCSW

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Accepting clients Last Updated 30 days ago

Hi there, are you looking for someone to talk to? I have Friday evening openings. I'm good at helping my clients with loneliness, feeling disconnected, longing for love and pushing people away. Your symptoms will improve over time, but I don't focus on correcting your symptoms. I prefer to look at our shared human conditions, earning your trust over time so we can take an in-depth look at what hurts beneath the surface, and why you feel so stuck. I'm here to listen, and help you reconcile with yourself.
My therapy approach is respectful and candid. You are welcome to take the lead, or I can initiate conversations until you feel more comfortable. Together we will learn more about what you need, and why you feel at odds with yourself or the world. We will pay attention to neglected parts of yourself, be it feelings or memories, and find kindness for them.
I promise it can get better. I want to help. Let's talk.

Specialties

Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Depression Dissociative Disorders Emotional Regulation Family Conflict Intimate Partner Abuse Perfectionism Personality Disorders Psychosis & Pre-Psychotic Symptoms Relationship Issues Self-esteem Trauma & PTSD

Insurance & Payment

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In-Network Insurance Plans

Ella Zhu, LCSW is not an in-network provider for any insurance plans. Some insurance plans have out-of-network benefits that cover part of the cost of these visits.

Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1457949216

Rates

First session	$1
Ongoing sessions	$200

Locations

25 East Washington Street
Suite 1458
Chicago, IL 60602

(708) 232-0926

ADA Accessible

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Practice Hours

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Friday	4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Treatment Approaches

Attachment-based Depth Therapy Psychoanalytic Psychodynamic

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Young Children (2-5) Children (6-10) Preteens (11-12) Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Communities

Artists Immigrants International Kink / BDSM LGBQ+ Neurodiverse People of Color Polyamorous Trans non-binary gender fluid

Meeting Options

In-person sessions available

Qualifications

Years in Practice: 4
License(s): IL-149.025376

More About Me

Languages Spoken: English, Mandarin
Race(s): Asian or Asian American
Gender(s): Cisgender
Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
Religion(s): Agnostic, Atheist

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