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Work Burnout Therapy in North Center: When High Achievement Becomes Chronic Anxiety

December 9, 2025 Calm Anxiety Staff

You’ve built a successful career. You live in one of Chicago’s most educated neighborhoods. Your LinkedIn profile looks impressive, your home is beautiful, and by all external measures, you’re thriving. So why do you feel […]

Do Some Logan Square Professionals Feel Like Frauds?

December 1, 2025 Calm Anxiety Staff

The Logan Square Imposter Effect Welcome to Logan Square, one of Chicago’s most dynamic and ambitious neighborhoods. Known for its independent spirit, thriving arts scene, and innovative entrepreneurs, this area is defined by a culture […]

Do You Have Gold Coast Anxiety?

November 26, 2025 Calm Anxiety Staff

Gold Coast and Anxiety: A Closer Look As an anxiety therapist practicing in Chicago, I often meet with clients from the Gold Coast who share a common struggle: anxiety. On the surface, life in the […]

Can Time Become Distorted When You Meditate?

November 20, 2025 Calm Anxiety Staff

Meditation and Time Distortions Hello, and welcome back to the blog. As an anxiety therapist in Chicago specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I spend a lot of time helping people understand the link between […]

How CBT Rewires Your Anxious Brain

November 9, 2025 Calm Anxiety Staff

CBT Rewires The Brain If you’ve ever wondered whether therapy can actually change your brain—not just your thoughts—the answer is a resounding yes. As a cognitive behavioral therapist practicing in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, I’ve witnessed […]

What Is Gestalt Therapy?

October 25, 2025 Calm Anxiety Staff

Gestalt Therapy: A Chicago Therapist’s Perspective As a therapist practicing in the heart of Chicago, I often meet clients who feel stuck—emotionally, mentally, or even physically. They might be overwhelmed by anxiety, disconnected from […]

Am I the Only One with High-Functioning Anxiety?

July 20, 2025 Calm Anxiety Staff

You look like you have it together. You’re the reliable one — the overachiever, the person who never misses a deadline, always follows through, and makes things happen. From the outside, you’re thriving: successful career, […]

Why Do I Wake Up Anxious Every Morning?

May 18, 2025 Calm Anxiety Staff

Wake Up With Anxiety? Do you ever wake up in the morning with a racing heart, tight chest, or a sense of dread — even before your feet hit the floor? If so, you’re not […]

CBT Techniques for Managing Anxiety and Depression

February 20, 2025 Calm Anxiety Staff

CBT Techniques As a CBT therapist based in Chicago, I have worked with many clients who are navigating the challenges of anxiety and depression. These are two of the most common mental health issues, and […]

Can CBT Help My Gambling Problem?

December 20, 2023 Calm Anxiety Staff

CBT and Gambling As a psychotherapist based in Chicago, I have encountered numerous individuals seeking a counselor for problem gambling. Problem gambling can have devastating consequences, affecting not only the individual but also their loved […]