Blog posts appearing here will focus on therapy and counseling related topics in Chicago.
Women’s Therapist Chicago Navigating the bustling streets of Chicago might feel easier than finding the right therapist who truly “gets” you. If you’re looking for a women’s therapist, you’re not just seeking someone who’s good—you’re […]
Pets help with depression and anxiety As a therapist in Chicago who specializes in anxiety and men’s issues, I’ve often had clients ask me if getting a pet might help ease their feelings of depression […]
Evening Depression: A Closer Look As the sun dips below the horizon earlier and earlier each day, many of us in Chicago are met with the long, dark evenings of late fall and winter. With […]
Self-Care: A Closer Look By: Alexandra DeWoskin, LCSW I often remind my Chicago therapy clients of the hierarchy of importance in care of ourselves and others. While prioritizing self-care may sound like common sense, many […]
Does Grief Last Forever? As a compassionate therapist helping clients on the Northside of Chicago, I’ve sat across from countless individuals whose hearts ache with grief. It’s not a clinical puzzle; it’s a human experience—a […]
Always Bored? As a psychotherapist based on the Northside of Chicago, I’ve had countless conversations with individuals who express a persistent sense of boredom. It’s a feeling that gnaws at the edges of their daily […]
Solution Focused Brief Therapy Hello, I’m Dr. Harms, a psychologist practicing in the heart of Chicago. Today, I want to share with you one of the most exciting and effective approaches I use in my […]
Embrace Imperfections As a mental health therapist in the heart of Chicago, I often find myself discussing the topic of self-acceptance with my clients. It’s a common struggle in our bustling city, where the pressure […]
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