Blog posts appearing here will focus on therapy and counseling related topics in Chicago.
Parts Therapy: A Closer Look As a Chicago-based therapist, my journey in the field of psychology has led me to discover various innovative therapeutic techniques that can profoundly impact the lives of my clients. One […]
Emotional Regulation: A Closer Look By: Alexandra DeWoskin, LCSW Our lives in Chicago can be busy, stressful and frustrating at times. The world can move at a fast pace and present us with challenges. Sometimes […]
Life Changes Therapy Life is an ever-changing journey filled with both joyous moments and unexpected challenges. From graduating college and starting a new career to getting married, having children, or dealing with loss, major life […]
DBT and Emotional Regulation As a compassionate therapist serving Chicago’s North Side near Wrigley Field, I am dedicated to helping individuals enhance their emotional well-being and regain control over their lives. In this blog post, […]
Validation Addiction: A Closer Look In today’s hyper-connected world, the need for validation has become increasingly prevalent. This is particularly true in our social media driven life, where people snap pics of themselves doing just […]
Coping with Grief After Your Pet Dies As a therapist in the Chicago area, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals navigate the complexities of grief. Recently, I experienced my own profound loss when […]
Radical Acceptance: A Chicago Therapist’s Perspective You may have heard about radical acceptance but what does it mean? Well, you are about to find out. In the realm of mental well-being, self-love stands as a […]
Resilience Building Tips Resilience, the ability to bounce back from adversity, is a crucial quality that helps individuals navigate life’s challenges. While there are various sources of inspiration for building resilience, we can draw valuable […]
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