Andersonville Spirit, Tandem Heart
Andersonville is a neighborhood that wears its roots proudly: the iconic Swedish‑flag water tower, Clark Street’s indie cafés and bookstores, and one of Chicago’s largest LGBTQ+ communities all live side‑by‑side in less than a square mile.
That mix of heritage and progress mirrors what Tandem Psychology offers just a few stops south in Lakeview (or straight to your living‑room couch via secure telehealth). Like Andersonville, we believe community, authenticity, and a dash of quirky charm make growth possible—and even fun!
Getting here from Andersonville
| CTA Bus - Take the 50 (Damen bus) from Ashland in Andersonville get off at Roscoe and it’s a short walk east to our offices at 3354 N Paulina St., Suite 205. |
| ‘L’ Train - Red Line from Berwyn or Bryn Mawr → transfer to Brown Line at Belmont → exit Paulina station (½‑block from our door). |
| Driving - Head south on Clark or Ashland; weekday traffic averages 12–18 minutes. Free and metered street parking is consistently available. |
| Bike / Divvy - Ride down Ravenswood or use Clark Street’s protected lanes, both connect directly to our block; a Divvy dock is on Lincoln & Roscoe. |
| Prefer zero commute? All services are available via encrypted virtual therapy. |
Therapy & testing services available to Andersonville residents
| Evidence‑based service | Common goals we address |
|---|---|
| Individual Therapy | Anxiety, depression, life‑changes, identity exploration |
| Couples & Relationship Therapy | Communication breakdowns, trust repair, non‑monogamy agreements |
| Adolescent Therapy | Stress of selective‑enrollment schools, social‑media pressure, coming‑out support |
| Family Therapy | Multicultural households, sandwich‑generation stress, caregiving conflicts |
| Neuropsychological & Psychological Testing | ADHD, learning differences, diagnostic clarity for IEPs or work accommodations |
| Research‑tested approaches (CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems) | Trauma recovery, OCD treatment, emotional regulation |
| All sessions are LGBTQ‑affirming and culturally responsive—values that resonate deeply with Andersonville’s progressive, multi‑heritage vibe. |
Insurance & payment made painless
We are in‑network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Aetna PPO, Cigna PPO, United Healthcare PPO, and Lyra Health.
Out‑of‑network reimbursement, HSA/FSA payment, and short‑term sliding‑scale plans are also options—just ask our care‑navigation team before your first session.
Why Andersonville residents seek therapy with us
- Entrepreneur burn‑out – Independent shop owners and start‑ups juggling endless hours.
- Queer family planning – Couples exploring donor conception or adoption in a welcoming clinical space.
- Culture‑shift stress – Second‑generation Swedes, Syrians, or Colombians navigating bicultural identity.
- Community activism fatigue – Residents leading mutual‑aid or Pride events who need replenishment.
If you recognize yourself in any of those descriptions, you’re already “Andersonville enough”—and our clinicians are trained to turn that local context into tailored treatment plans.
The Bottom Line
Whether you’re sipping cardamom coffee outside the Coffee Studio or eating a cardamon bun from Lost Larson, Andersonville life is rich—and sometimes richly stressful. Tandem Psychology brings evidence‑based therapy, deep cultural competence, and flexible visit options to support your next chapter. Reach out when you’re ready to begin; we’ll meet you just down Ashland Avenue—or right where you are.