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Addiction is a term that has been defined and redefined numerous times over the years; clinicians have attempted to understand those suffering with substance abuse in many different ways, and many roads lead to attachment. Yet, treatment approaches in recent years have often neglected this key aspect of a client’s dependence when developing a treatment…

So, you’re looking to find a therapist in Chicago? The decision to seek out individual therapy with a mental health professional can seem difficult or even overwhelming. Life circumstances prompt many of us to reevaluate our outlook, our perceptions, or our relationships with others. When these experiences occur, many rely on familiarity to help cope….

If you live in Chicago and have had to choose a restaurant for dinner, you probably know decision fatigue well. Choosing a dinner spot is just one of the decisions we might make in our day – in fact, our days are typically filled with many decisions that need to be made. Should you take…

An attachment style explains the way people form and maintain emotional bonds with others. Attachment Theory has been widely studied and applied in the field of psychology, including by Chicago therapists and our Lakeview psychologists, and it has been found to have a significant impact on our relationships as well as our mental and emotional…

Many people in Chicago and Lakeview have heard the term gaslighting. In fact, many of our clients with anxiety talk about having had experiences being gaslighted that exacerbated their anxiety. Many LGBT clients discuss gaslighting experiences during the coming out process and navigating relationships with family. And, many people seeking therapy for a relationship issue…