The Role of Therapy in Supporting Trans Teens and Their Parents
Therapy plays a crucial role in helping trans teens navigate their gender identity, but parents of transgender teens often need support too! Parents of transgender teenagers are tasked with both supporting their teen, while also potentially navigating their own internalized beliefs about gender identity and re-envisioning outdated ideas about their child – making therapy a…
Ways to Support Your Trans or Gender Nonconforming Youth
Parenting is a journey filled with surprises and changes. When your child expresses that they are transgender or gender nonconforming, it can be a significant adjustment. However, this is also an opportunity to show unconditional love and support. Our therapists have worked with many families navigating this journey and your response can make a world…
Virtual vs. In-Person Therapy: Which One Really Works Best?
Deciding between virtual vs in-person therapy can feel like trying to choose between two great desserts. Both have their unique flavors, but the best choice depends on your personal tastes—or in this case, your lifestyle, needs, and mental health goals. As a therapist, I’ve seen firsthand the benefits of both, and I’m here to guide…
Virtual Therapy for Anxiety and Depression: Does It Really Work?
In a world where we can order coffee from our phones, check in on loved ones across the globe, and attend meetings in pajamas, it’s no surprise that therapy has joined the digital revolution. But if you’re like many of my clients, you may wonder — Does virtual therapy for anxiety and depression really work?…
Coping With Holiday Stress & Loneliness During The Holiday Season
The holiday season is here in Chicago! Family gatherings, light festivals, federal holidays, and Friendsgiving are filling social calendars. Lakeview will be hosting the Wrigleyville Christkindlemarket, while the Chicago Symphony Orchestra will play its annual Merry, Merry. While this season is often exciting and joy-filled, it can also bring about feelings of stress and loneliness….