Blog posts appearing here will focus on therapy and counseling related topics in Chicago.
Failure To Launch – A Closer Look Hey there, Chicagoans and beyond! If you’re reading this, chances are you or someone you know might be grappling with what’s often dubbed “Failure to Launch Syndrome.” Let’s […]
Breathwork and Anxiety: A Closer Look Summer in Chicago can mean patio dining, beach days, and Ravinia. It can also mean panic at a movie in the park, claustrophobia on the L, and debilitating […]
Therapy for Perfectionism Perfectionism, often celebrated in our society as a virtue, can paradoxically become a paralyzing barrier to happiness and success. As a practicing psychotherapist in Chicago, I have worked with many individuals grappling […]
Mental Health Benefits of Exercise In the bustling streets of Chicago’s North Side, amidst the energy of Wrigley Field and the crowds of the Southport Corridor, lies a silent but powerful ally in the battle […]
Therapist for Gay Men in Chicago – Finding the Best Person Gay men looking for a therapist in the Chicago Lakeview area have plenty of choices. However, picking the right person can often prove difficult. […]
Cognitive Distortions Revealed By: 2SC Staff You have probably heard of the term cognitive distortions at some point but what exactly does this phrase really mean? Moreover, how can having a cognitive distortion impact your […]
A Closer Look at Revenge Procrastination By: Alexandra DeWoskin, LCSW I need to give credit to one of my clients for this one. I pride myself in knowing most things psychology. But I didn’t know […]
Chronic Illness Therapy As a therapist practicing on the North Side of Chicago, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals grappling with a myriad of challenges. Among the most complex and profound experiences I […]
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