Business Details
Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy & Psychological Services in Chicago
Chicago Mindful Psychotherapy was founded to expand access to trauma-informed, evidence-based, and LGBTQ+ affirmative mental health care. Our practice merges the clinical expertise of two established Chicago-based practices, Andersonville Psychology and Chicago Mindful Psychotherapy, to provide comprehensive psychological services. Our team of psychotherapists specializes in integrating mindfulness practices with therapeutic approaches like CBT, DBT, EMDR, and somatic therapies to address anxiety, depression, trauma, identity exploration, and life transitions.We prioritize accessibility through reduced-fee services, insurance verification, and a personalized intake process that matches clients with the most suitable clinician. Our clinicians maintain ongoing professional training to ensure alignment with evolving best practices in mental health care.
Services
Psychotherapy
Psychological Testing
Gender Affirmative Services
Group Therapy
Mindfulness Support
Trainings
Reduced Fee Services
Trauma Treatment
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Highlights and features
- We specialize in trauma-informed care with evidence-based modalities like EMDR and DBT.
- Our team includes LGBTQ+ affirmative clinicians with expertise in gender identity support.
- We offer reduced-fee services and insurance verification for accessible care.
- Clinicians integrate mindfulness practices with traditional therapeutic approaches.
- Personalized intake process matches clients with therapists based on specific needs.
Services
Psychotherapy
Individualized psychotherapy addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity exploration. Our clinicians use evidence-based modalities like CBT and DBT while integrating mindfulness practices. Sessions focus on building emotional resilience and addressing life transitions through personalized treatment plans.
Psychological Testing
Comprehensive evaluations for ADHD, learning disabilities, and diagnostic clarification. Our process includes clinical interviews, standardized testing, and detailed reporting. We provide academic accommodation recommendations and collaborate with schools to support student needs through thorough, trauma-informed assessments.
Gender Affirmative Services
Mental health support for gender affirmation journeys following WPATH standards. We provide readiness letters for medical transitions and offer counseling on gender identity exploration. Our clinicians ensure informed decision-making while maintaining an affirming, non-pathologizing approach to care.
Group Therapy
Structured group programs including DBT skills training, grief processing, and neurodivergent support. Groups combine therapeutic techniques with peer interaction in 6-12 week sessions. Both in-person and virtual options available with flexible pricing and reduced-fee spots for accessibility.
Mindfulness Support
Mindfulness-infused therapy and weekly meditation groups. Our approach integrates meditation practices with traditional psychotherapy to enhance emotional regulation. The free community meditation group provides accessible mindfulness training for both beginners and experienced practitioners in a supportive environment.
People
Jonathan Smith
Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor
Dr. Smith specializes in trauma treatment and mindfulness integration. He provides clinical supervision and oversees quality assurance for therapeutic services while maintaining a private practice focused on complex PTSD and dissociative disorders.
Airriell Thomas
Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor
Dr. Thomas focuses on LGBTQ+ mental health and trauma recovery. As a clinical supervisor, they mentor therapists in gender-affirming care while providing direct services for clients navigating identity-related stress and minority trauma.
Katie Dowen
LCSW, DBT Skills Group Facilitator
Katie Dowen specializes in dialectical behavior therapy. She leads structured DBT skills groups focusing on emotional regulation and distress tolerance while providing individual therapy for clients with complex mental health needs.
Anuj Ansal
LCPC, Meditation Group Facilitator
Anuj Ansal facilitates weekly meditation groups and provides mindfulness-based therapy. He integrates Buddhist-inspired practices with Western psychology to help clients develop present-moment awareness and stress reduction techniques.
Scott Pasko
LCSW, CADC, Clinical Supervisor
Scott Pasko oversees clinical training programs and provides supervision for addiction specialists. He combines recovery support with trauma-informed care while coordinating continuing education events for mental health professionals.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, EMDR, and somatic therapies. Our clinicians also integrate mindfulness practices and specialize in LGBTQ+ affirmative care.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we verify insurance benefits during intake. We also offer reduced-fee services and payment plans for clients without coverage or with limited benefits.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Use our contact form to request an appointment. Our intake team will verify your insurance, discuss needs, and match you with a suitable clinician.
Are your services LGBTQ+ friendly?
Yes, we are a fully LGBTQ+ affirmative practice. Our clinicians receive ongoing training in gender and sexual diversity care and serve clients across the identity spectrum.
What group therapy options are available?
We offer DBT skills groups, grief support, neurodivergent support, anger management, and gender exploration groups. Most meet in-person with virtual options available for select programs.
