Navigating Depression in the LGBTQ+ Community: How Therapy Creates a Judgment-Free Zone
Let’s talk about depression—it’s not just a case of the Mondays or a sad rainy afternoon. No, we’re talking about depression that sticks around like...
Exploring Different Types of Virtual or Online Counseling: Which is Right for You?
Imagine sitting in your living room, talking to someone who truly gets you—without ever leaving your favorite chair. Therapy has entered the digital age, and...
Embracing Neurodiversity with Internal Family Systems Therapy
Understanding Neurodiversity Neurodiversity is a term that acknowledges and celebrates the natural variations in the human brain and nervous system. It encompasses a range of...
Why Online Therapy Is Effective for Teenagers
As a therapist, I’ve seen how online therapy has become a game-changer for teens. Whether it’s navigating academic stress, dealing with social pressures, building healthy...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Understanding the Unique Needs of LGBTQ+ Couples Therapy
Seeking out and locating a queer-affirming mental health counselor or therapist can require effort and persistence. Plenty of therapists in Chicago are trained to consider...
How Virtual Trauma Therapy is Making Mental Health Care More Accessible
Have you ever thought about getting life-changing therapy without leaving your home? It’s possible! Virtual trauma therapy is redefining mental health care, making it accessible,...
Understanding the Impact of Body Dissatisfaction and Body Dysmorphia on Mental Health in Gay Men
Body dissatisfaction and body dysmorphia in gay men is prevalent among the LGBTQ+ community in Chicago. While not unique to gay men, body dissatisfaction and...
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