Our Approach to Individual Therapy
Our Chicago therapists work with you in person downtown and virtually across Illinois. We use evidence-based methods and adapt them to your life — your history, your context, what you're actually trying to change. Whether you're a teen, a young adult, or an adult, we start where you are.
In practice, that means:
- We set goals together
- Your cultural background and lived experience are part of the work
- We adjust based on what is and isn't working
- We help match you with a therapist who fits what you’re looking for
Specialized Care Includes:
- Alcohol Moderation: Take control of your relationship with alcohol.
- Anxiety & Stress: Develop practical tools for a more balanced life.
- Trauma Recovery: Heal through trauma-informed, effective care.
- Grief & Loss: Receive thoughtful support through change and loss.
- Body & Food: Address body image and eating concerns with clarity and care.
- Identity & Lived Experience: Care that considers culture, identity, and lived context.
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Support for Loved Ones
In addition to individual therapy, we offer specialized support for those closely involved in your healing journey:
Collateral Sessions: To support individual therapy, we may invite family members or others involved in someone’s care to join a session. Find out more.
Concerned Significant Others Counseling: Support for people affected by a loved one’s substance use, with education and practical strategies for responding in ways that protect your own well-being. Find out more.
Why Choose Chicago Compass Counseling?
- Collaborative & Strength-Based: We work alongside you, focusing on your strengths and supporting your growth.
- Evidence-Informed Methods: Our care is rooted in the latest research and tailored to your unique context.
- Inclusive, Community-Aware Care: We center your identity, relationships, and community as essential parts of the healing process.
- Harm Reduction Approach: Our practical strategies help you achieve meaningful progress aligned with your values.