You've worked hard to get to where you are today, but your trauma is still holding you back. Anxiety keeps you up at night. You can't quiet the voice in your head that's telling you you're not good enough. You feel disconnected from other people and wonder how others seem to maintain their relationships. And interactions with your family members leave you thoroughly exhausted. You're suffering from the legacy of childhood emotional neglect and trauma. You had to take care of yourself from a very...
Before I introduce you to The Studio for Change, let’s take a moment to consider the beginning, the ending and the inspiration for all that we, at The Studio, do—YOU. Who are you? You are a whole person, multi-layered, evolving, curious and searching for meaning. You are, in other words, so much more than a diagnosis. You may feel “stuck”, uninterested in the familiar patterns of conventional therapy or disappointed in its previous results. You are hungry to engage in an ongoing proces...
We are a group of psychologists focused on helping clients make changes toward more fulfilling, connected, and healthier lives. Knowing it can be difficult to reach out for help, we create a caring, safe space in which we work collaboratively to foster healing and eliminate barriers to finding meaning and living life more fully. Services are currently provided in person, hybrid, and remotely. In person services are provided in our Chicago office. Our clinicians are licensed in multiple sta...
It takes courage to admit you need help...and the truth is, we all need it! I've learned through my own experience how therapy can be transformative to our understanding of self and connection with the world around us. I hold it as a privilege to support you as you take steps to care for your own mental health. Regardless of your reasons for seeking services, I would be honored to hear your story and partner together for your therapy journey. My approach is client-centered, strengths-based, a...
Balance Psychotherapy is a trauma based practice located near West Loop Chicago. We work with adult clients that are ready to dive into self-exploration and acknowledgement of how present and past experiences impact their current life experience. When working with clients, we take into consideration how race, class, gender, sexuality, and other social systems intersect to shape people’s experiences. As a result, we practice psychotherapy, consultation, and training that affirms the value of ...
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There is no denying that we live in a world steeped in struggles with food and body image. Whether these issues are severely impacting your life or simply hard for you to manage right now, I’m here to help. I have been a registered dietitian specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating for almost 10 years. I’d love to work with you on your journey to heal your relationship with food, no matter your diagnosis or lack thereof. I have experience treating a wide variety of...
Dr. Daniels is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, who along with her team specializes in women’s mental health concerns. In particular, Dr. Daniels utilizes evidence-based psychotherapies in working with women struggling with many life difficulties ranging from depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief and loss, and challenging life transitions. Dr. Daniels also has a specialization in neuropsychological assessment for the purpose of diagnostic clarification, and to develop appropriate ...
Grey Area Therapy is a small, private practice conveniently located in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood with easy access to public transportation and an emphasis on building meaningful, authentic connections with clients. As a therapist with Grey Area Therapy, I work with clients on needs related to anxiety, depression, OCD, vocational stress, and life transitions. I have a special interest in working with individuals who identify in the LGBTQ+ community. I offer both in-person and vir...
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We focus on evidence-based treatments, like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to help individuals evaluate their relationship to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that they can develop the awareness, flexibility, and resilience required to live in alignment with their values. Our clinicians are intimately familiar with helping students and families manage academic stressors and navigate the school setting with minimal interference from psychological distress. We believe in nurturing the...
My work focuses on helping others to feel empowered and to identify strengths within themselves in order to achieve a happier, healthier state of being. My work is client centered and grounded in holistic care and increasing self-awareness. I guide clients along their journey by offering a warm and supportive environment to process the challenges or stressors a person may be experiencing. I offer empathy and direction while helping clients to challenge thoughts and behaviors that may be nega...
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With the complexities in the world today, it can be tough to catch a breath, decompress, and process the events in our unique lives. As bandwidths are stretched thin, boundaries infiltrated, and burnout ever present, the pressures of our day-to-day lives can pile on top of each other, making it hard to find balance and reach our goals. These challenges do not need to be faced alone. If you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, grief, or addiction, together we will c...
I am passionate about working with college-aged clients to address issues such as adjustment difficulty, emotional regulation, self-esteem issues, cultural conflict, stress management, and life transitions. As an Asian therapist practicing in the U.S., I have extensive experience working with different generations of immigrants, multicultural individuals, and others in marginalized communities. Moreover, as a person who came through the path of being an international student separating from my f...
It's my belief to "Keep life simple." Life is stressful enough. Balancing work, family, social life, friends, and relationships can be overwhelming at times. I practice from a harm reduction holistic theoretical orientation. It combines person-centered (respect for autonomy) with CBT/systemic therapy (a critical look at culture and attachments). By identifying wants and needs, I can assist clients with locating triggers and establishing healthy coping skills to alleviate any mental, emotional, o...
I work with clients struggling with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and identity. During our initial sessions we spend time trust building by getting to know one another, creating a safe environment, and establishing goals. I collaborate with clients through creative expression to develop a plan for addressing issues at hand, decrease stress, and increase mind-body connection....
We are a community of diversely identified humans working together to transform the emotional, psychological and spiritual well being of individuals, families and communities, beginning with ourselves. Our primary areas of clinical expertise include: LGBTQIA++ Affirmative Practice, Trauma-Informed Practice...
We live in a busy world that goes too fast for our good, sometimes making us feel like we are the ones failing. We all need people in our corner; even if we think we are invincible, we can all use a helping hand. To me, therapy is like a gym for your mind. A place where you can learn some skills to be more 'psychologically flexible.' Please reach out if you'd like to do a quick consult over the phone. And pat yourself on the back; asking for help is difficult, and looking for a therapist can be ...
Therapy is a place that balances acceptance and change. Maybe you have noticed an imbalance in your life and are struggling to either find out or work towards what matters most to you. I want to be your collaborator as we work towards what you care about by integrating mindfulness, looking at past patterns, and understanding how larger societal systems impact you. My goal is to help you live a life you feel connected to and are proud of. The success of our work together is dependent upon the est...