balance psychotherapy's approach
respect
Based in Chicago, Balance Psychotherapy's approach to therapy is one where we honor and respect each individual's:
background
values
belief systems and
general world view
individual experiences
When working with clients, we take into consideration how the following intersect to shape people’s experiences:
race
class
gender
sexuality and
other social systems
As a result, we practice psychotherapy, consultation, and training that affirms the value of difference.
multiple modalities
Our clinical and educational practice is not limited to a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Rather, we incorporate multiple modalities including:
mind/body therapies
cognitive-behavioral treatment
expressive therapies
relational and psychodynamic therapies.
Art, music, meditation, and movement are incorporated into sessions when appropriate.
our responsbility
Our role as therapists is to help our clients recover their true sense of self by learning to make healthier choices and improving relationships with themselves and others.
lgbtqia + sex-positive and people of color inclusive
We believe that therapy can be an empowering, fulfilling experience. To achieve this, we create a judgment-free environment where open dialogue and positive change can happen.
specializations
A brief list of what Balance Psychotherapy specializes in:
anxiety - depression - perinatal mood disorders - fertility - life transitions - relationship issues - trauma- shame recovery, grief and loss - racial identity exploration
Our therapy approaches:
person-centered - dialectical behavioral therapy (dbt) -internal family systems (ifs) - attachment focused - strength based - mindfulness - acceptance commitment therapy (act)
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