What we offer

Therapy tailored to your life

We offer a range of evidence-based services to support your mental health journey — whether you're navigating a specific challenge or seeking deeper self-understanding.

Individual Therapy

A space that's entirely yours

Individual therapy offers a confidential, one-on-one environment to explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns. Whether you're managing anxiety, depression, life transitions, or simply seeking greater self-awareness, we'll work together at your pace using approaches tailored to your needs.

What to expect

Sessions are 50 minutes and held weekly or bi-weekly. We begin with an intake to understand your history and goals, then build a personalized treatment plan together.

Approaches used

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Good for

  • Anxiety & stress
  • Depression
  • Life transitions
  • Self-esteem & identity
  • Grief & loss

Couples Counseling

Rebuild connection and communication

Relationships take work, and asking for help is a sign of strength. Couples counseling provides a neutral space to improve communication, resolve conflict, rebuild trust, and deepen intimacy — whether you're in crisis or simply want to grow closer.

What to expect

We typically meet with both partners together, though individual sessions may be incorporated. Sessions focus on communication skills, understanding each other's needs, and developing shared goals.

Approaches used

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Imago Relationship Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy

Good for

  • Communication breakdown
  • Conflict & resentment
  • Infidelity & trust
  • Intimacy concerns
  • Pre-marital counseling

Family Therapy

Heal and strengthen family bonds

Family therapy helps families navigate conflict, improve communication, and support one another through difficult times. We work with families of all configurations — parents and children, blended families, adult siblings, and more.

What to expect

Sessions involve two or more family members and focus on the dynamics between people rather than any single individual. We create a safe space where every voice is heard.

Approaches used

  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Bowenian Family Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Collaborative Problem Solving

Good for

  • Parent-child conflict
  • Blended family adjustment
  • Divorce & separation
  • Grief in the family
  • Communication patterns

Trauma & PTSD

Healing is possible — at your own pace

Trauma can leave lasting imprints on the mind and body. Our trauma-informed therapists create a safe, compassionate space to process difficult experiences and reclaim a sense of safety, agency, and wholeness. We use evidence-based approaches proven effective for trauma and PTSD.

What to expect

Trauma work is paced carefully and collaboratively. We prioritize stabilization and safety before processing traumatic memories, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.

Approaches used

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
  • Trauma-Focused CBT
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Good for

  • PTSD & complex trauma
  • Childhood trauma
  • Abuse & assault
  • Accident & medical trauma
  • First responders & veterans

Teen & Young Adult Therapy

Support through life's most formative years

Adolescence and early adulthood bring unique pressures — academic stress, identity formation, social challenges, and major life decisions. Our therapists specialize in connecting with young people in a way that feels genuine, non-judgmental, and empowering.

What to expect

We work with teens (13+) and young adults in individual sessions. Parents may be involved in a limited capacity depending on the client's age and preference. Confidentiality is explained clearly from the start.

Approaches used

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Strengths-Based Therapy

Good for

  • Anxiety & academic stress
  • Depression & mood
  • Identity & self-esteem
  • Social difficulties
  • Family conflict

Not sure where to start?

That's completely okay. Reach out and we'll help you find the right fit.

Affinity Holistic Counseling

Compassionate, whole-person care for individuals, couples, and families in the Chicago area.

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Chicago & surrounding areas

In-person & telehealth available

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