Join Justin Irvin, LCPC, of Ivy Lane Counseling our dynamic DBT expert, as he dives into the world of Dialectical Behavior Therapy with energy and enthusiasm! Justin brings a sense of whimsy to the process, using gamified treatment methods and collaborative problem-solving techniques in both group and individual sessions. His mission? To help you reconnect with the life you desire by focusing on the things and people that matter most to you. Tune in for insightful skills and strategies that can transform your journey!

Join Kristen Marzolf, LCSW, SEP from The Family Resilience Group as we discuss adding somatic methods to therapy.

Kristen is the Founder and Director of the Family Resilience Group. She made it her mission to build a practice that went beyond traditional talk therapy to transformative family change. She recognized early on the need for a deeper level of work and constantly seeks out the most innovative approaches to treatment.

Kristen has then spent the last decade building a team that shares the same enthusiasm for learning and dedication to excellent client care.

As a clinician, Kristen brings a connected, effective, clear presence to the therapy room that often feels very reassuring to clients. Her clients credit her with the ability to combine compassionate wisdom with the cutting-edge insights of Somatic Experiencing to first meet people where they are, while guiding them towards where they want to go with clarity. She skillfully manages a loyal following of clients with complex situations, some from different parts of the world/country by telehealth. She especially enjoys working with parents to identify different ways to manage their families with health, warmth and skill.

https://www.familyresilience.org/kristen-marzolf/

Katie Cunningham, LCPC of Chicago CBT Center joins us as we discuss how to break down internalized message and become more self compassionate.

Katie Cunningham earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Adler University and her undergraduate degree in Psychology at Illinois State University. She is a resourceful and creative licensed mental health therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the individual, group, and family services industry. She specializes in helping people with mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, relationship issues, family dynamics/boundaries, stress, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Working with folks who are exploring a new ADHD diagnosis is particularly important to Katie, especially since so many people experience misdiagnosis and late-diagnosis. She feels passionate about supporting neurodiverse clients as they explore the unique way that they think, feel, and experience life. Katie has a history of demonstrating skills in trauma work, evidenced based treatments (CBT, ACT, DBT, and IFS) and affirmative therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals. Although her specialties include working with adolescents and young adults, she is open to working with all age groups.

Katie believes in the importance of creating inclusive safe-spaces for clients to feel heard, encouraged, and accepted. She aims to ensure that her clients are met with warmth, support, and curiosity rather than judgment. She feels it is essential for clients to feel celebrated for who they uniquely are.

Working with Katie includes deconstructing negative internalized messages and beliefs, while aiming to increase feelings of empowerment as clients adopt healthier views of themselves and others. She is an expert at helping people become more psychologically flexible and better equipped to accept discomfort/uncertainty. While this can be achieved through individual therapy, Katie is also passionate about speaking on these subjects for larger audiences, on a consultation basis, and through free-lance writing opportunities.

https://www.chicagocbtcenter.com