The Role of Self-Compassion in Reducing Anxiety and Improving Self-Esteem
As rates of anxiety reach unprecedented highs, many people seek effective strategies to reduce anxiety and improve self-esteem. Self-compassion is a powerful tool in this...
Why Empathy is Essential in Building Strong LGBTQ+ Relationships
Empathy is the cornerstone of every healthy relationship, but it’s even more essential in LGBTQ+ relationships. Why? Because LGBTQ+ individuals often face unique societal challenges,...
How to Manage Stress and Anxiety During Political Unrest
The U.S. political climate is on edge, and stress levels are rising. In Chicago, a city with tremendous diversity, political unrest hits hard. For LGBT...
Tips For Parents Of Transgender Teens and Children
Parenting is one of those roles where you think you’ve seen it all—and then, life throws you a curveball. When your child comes to you...
Why Cultural Competency Matters in Anxiety Therapy: Chicago’s Multicultural Landscape
Picture this: Aaliyah, a first-generation Pakistani-American and a bisexual woman, finally decides to seek anxiety therapy in Chicago after years of struggling with social anxiety....
Authenticity vs. Attachment: Finding Balance for Emotional Well-Being
In my many years as a trauma therapist in Chicago, I have witnessed firsthand the delicate interplay between two fundamental human needs: authenticity and attachment....
How Bigorexia Impacts Mental Health Among Gay Men
Alright, let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: bigorexia—also known as muscle dysmorphia. It’s like Captain America constantly pushing himself to be...
How Can Therapy For Parents Of Children and Adolescents With Gender Dysphoria Help?
Gender dysphoria can be a complex and overwhelming experience, not only for the child experiencing it but also for the parents trying to support...
Empowered Self-Discovery: Combining CBT and Parts Work for Anxiety and Depression
Chicago, the vibrant birthplace of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, has gifted us with a therapeutic gem that, surprisingly, pairs beautifully with the stalwart Cognitive...
Why Choose Counseling for LGBTQ Online Therapy?
Meet Kai. They’re 29, identify as nonbinary, and live in a rural Illinois town where the local idea of “progress” is putting a rainbow flag...
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...
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