therapy for adults in chicago
Build satisfying relationships from the inside out.
We can help you manage stress, feel confident, and live boldly in your life and relationships.
Does your anxiety spike whenever you head out on a date? Are you afraid to express your deepest needs to a partner? Are you struggling with a sexual problem and have no idea where to start?
Our therapists know how important your goals and dreams are to you. Feeling good about yourself is essential to showing up confidently in your life, work, or relationships. But so much day-to-day BS or huge life events can get in the way of that. That's where we come in.
Whether you're solo, partnered, married or somewhere in between, our compassionate, down-to-earth therapists are here to cheer you on, support you, and creatively explore whatever problems you're facing.
We can help with:
Relationship issues
setting
Boundaries
improving
Communication
stress &
Anxiety
Attachment
Trauma
Sexual
concerns
Burnout
work/life
Balance
Depression
How it works:
We get that it might feel awkward or uncomfortable to talk about your most intimate thoughts and feelings with a professional (stranger). Don't worry, we'll ease into the hard topics and make it as comfortable as possible for you.
We're trained to explore topics with sensitivity, professionalism, and -- if appropriate -- a smidge of humor. Most importantly, we're dedicated to building trust and bringing you the best care possible.
We know that not everyone comes to therapy partnered or wants to focus solely on their relationship. We get the complexity (and possible frustration) if you're coming to individual therapy when you wish your partner would join you.
We never want to make assumptions, so we'll start the therapy process by gathering information about what's happening for you right now and what you'd like to focus on. This may be centered on things like dating, sex, burnout, or traumatic events from the past.
Whatever you're facing, we're excited to partner with you to help you feel good again.
The Benefits of Individual Therapy:
Before
Stress, anxiety, body image, or depression get in the way of me feeling good about myself and going for what I want. I feel stuck in an endless cycle of negative thoughts, empty relationships or unfulfilling habits -- but I can't seem to get myself out. I feel lost, lonely, and empty.
After
I finally feel alive, vibrant, and better able to handle day-to-day stress. I have the clarity and confidence to build a life that matches my dreams and wishes. If I want to seek out or deepen relationships, I feel certain I can make that happen in a healthy, fulfilling way.
Before
I avoid sex, disconnect completely, or just go through the motions. Negative sexual experiences, infidelity, religious upbringing, sexual trauma, or sexual pain/problems make intimacy feel unsafe, unenjoyable, or uninteresting. I can no longer sacrifice my well-being in this way and pretend everything is okay.
After
I've reclaimed my body, my voice, and my sexuality as my own. I understand the deeper issues at play with sex and know it's not my fault. I know exactly how to communicate to partners what I need. I feel excited to explore sexual experiences at my pace -- and in a way that feels good to me.
Before
An event or new information has shattered the foundation of my relationship. Now, my relationship is at a significant crossroads. I want to learn how to talk to my partner about it in a way that honors my needs and doesn't cause harm. I want a safe space to process, get feedback, and identify next steps.
After
I now understand the right next step to take for myself and my relationship. I've explored the multi-faceted layers of my intimacy needs. I'm ready to communicate my needs without shame. The future feels less uncertain because I have the tools to handle whatever comes next.
Meet our premarital therapists in Chicago, IL
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Michelle Herzog, LMFT, CST
• Credentials: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
• Years in Practice: 12
• Specialty Areas: Mismatched Desire, Pre-Orgasmic Women, Modern Dating, Painful Sex, Infidelity, Sexual Dysfunction, Transition to Parenthood, Dating Anxiety
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Corie Carson, LMFT
• Credentials: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor
• Years in Practice: 7
• Specialty Areas: Mismatched Desire, Sexual Dysfunction, Consensual Non-Monogamy, General Couples Work, Infidelity, ADHD in Relationships, Identity Exploration & LGBTQ+ Care, Divorce & Breakup Recovery
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Allison Colaianni, LMFT
• Credentials: Associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
• Years in Practice: 3
• Specialty Areas: Mismatched Desire, Couples Communication, Sexual Shame, Sexual Dysfunction, Painful Sex, Modern Dating, Consensual Non-Monogamy, BDSM & Kink
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Tony Peters, MFT
• Credentials: Associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
• Years in Practice: 2
• Specialty Areas: Mismatched Desire, Men’s Sexual Health, LGBTQIA+ Relationships, Infidelity, Out of Control Sexual Behavior, Relationship Jealousy, Anxiety & Depression, Consensual Non-Monogamy
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Alma Quiroz, LPC
• Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor and bilingual therapist
• Years in Practice: 1
• Specialty Areas: Mismatched Desire, Sexual Dysfunction, Polyamory and Consensual Non-Monogamy, Infidelity and Violations of Trust, Multicultural Couples Therapy, Couples Communication, Sexual Trauma, Kink and BDSM
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