Find the right kind of help at a pace that fits your life. Our Chicago clinicians provide individual, relationship, and group care with a practical, collaborative approach. Explore the services below and choose the path that meets your goals. When you are ready, schedule a first session online or contact us with questions.
Relationship Therapy
Many couples seek counseling to improve communication, repair trust, or navigate big transitions. Learn how to resolve conflict with care and move toward a relationship that works for both partners.
Rebuild connection and communication.
Individual Therapy
Work one to one with a therapist on goals like reducing anxiety, improving mood, managing life transitions and building coping skills. Sessions focus on practical changes that fit your values and daily life.
Support for stress, mood, and life transitions
Anxiety Counseling
Anxiety is more than worry. We teach evidence based strategies to manage intrusive thoughts, reduce physical symptoms, and face feared situations safely and gradually.
Tools to calm your mind and body
Social Anxiety Counseling
If social situations feel exhausting or fearful, targeted support can help. Build confidence for conversations, dating, work presentations, and everyday interactions.
Feel more at ease with others
Counseling for Depression
Depression can look like sadness, emptiness, or numbness along with changes in sleep, appetite, or energy. We work with you on small, repeatable steps that lift mood and restore momentum.
Climb out of the fog and feel more like yourself
Grief Counseling
Grief has no single timeline. We support you in honoring what was lost while finding ways to care for yourself and reconnect with what matters now.
Make space for loss and move forward gently
Identity and Gender Affirming Therapy
Work with clinicians who provide inclusive, validating therapy and help you navigate identity questions, family dynamics, and community resources.
Affirming care for identity, expression, and belonging
Discernment Counseling
When a relationship is at a crossroads, discernment counseling helps you understand options and choose a path with intention and care.
Clarity for next steps, compassion for both partners
Healing From Purity Culture Group
A therapist led group for people who were raised in purity culture and want a safer, more compassionate relationship to self, sexuality, and community.
Reduce shame and rebuild trust with yourself
Change Starts Here
It is normal to feel unsure before starting therapy. A first session can help you get a clear sense of fit and next steps. We look forward to meeting you.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose the right therapist
Start with your goals. Review clinician profiles for focus areas and approach. If you email your goals and preferred times, we will suggest a match.
What happens in the first session
You will share what brings you in, set initial goals, and discuss a plan with your therapist. You can ask about approach, frequency, and fit.
Do you offer evening or weekend appointments
Yes. Several clinicians hold evening and weekend hours. Current openings are shown on the scheduling page.
Do you accept insurance
We are in-network with several PPO insurance plans. We can provide superbills for possible reimbursement for all out of network claims. HSA and FSA cards are accepted.
Do you provide telehealth
Yes. Secure telehealth is available for clients located in Illinois. Many concerns are well suited to video sessions.
How long will therapy take
Length varies by goals and pace. Many clients notice change within four to six sessions. Your therapist will set review points and adjust as needed.
What concerns do you treat
We offer individual therapy, relationship therapy, and groups for anxiety, social anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, identity and gender affirming care, separation and discernment, and healing from purity culture.
What is discernment counseling
Discernment counseling helps partners decide next steps for the relationship with care and clarity. The goal is insight and a decision about direction rather than typical couples work.
What is your cancellation policy
Please cancel or reschedule at least twenty four hours in advance to avoid a late fee. Same day changes are often billed at the session rate.
Is therapy confidential
Yes. Sessions are confidential within legal and ethical limits. Exceptions include safety concerns and cases required by law.
Where are you located
4525 N Ravenswood Suite 202 Chicago IL 60640. Telehealth is also available across Illinois.
How do I get started
Book online through the scheduling page or contact us with your questions.
Phone 312 870 0500 Email contact@bergencounselingcenter.com
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