Afsha
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
Let's Connect (773) 869-7144
Navigating relationships can feel confusing. You may give more than you receive or feel unseen in your connections. I help individuals and couples (18+) build healthier relationship patterns, communicate effectively, and reconnect with themselves and each other. Using CBT, DBT, the Gottman Method, and Somatic Therapy, we explore emotional and relational dynamics to create balance, confidence, and authenticity. Who you are matters. What you want matters. Healing starts with understanding yourself and feeling truly seen.
I help clients identify unhelpful patterns, clarify goals, and reduce anxiety and stress. Using DBT and Somatic Therapy, we process emotions, increase body awareness, and build tools for balance, connection, and lasting change.
I’m authentic, relatable, and sometimes use laughter as a tool for healing. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain, or disconnected in your relationships—or want to connect more deeply with yourself and others—reach out for a free 15-minute consultation today.
Call or Email Afsha Merchant now for a free 15 minute consultation - (773) 869-7144
Let's Connect (773) 869-7144
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $240
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa Afsha Merchant
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 869-7144
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Melissa Kwafo LCSW (Illinois / 149017972) Afsha Merchant
- In Practice for 7 years
- Attended The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Masters of Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2019
- Certificate from Domestic Violence 40-hour Training 2013
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Afsha Merchant
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 869-7144
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Body Image
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Neurodivergence
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Weight Loss
- Women's Issues
Afsha Merchant
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 869-7144
4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Hindi ,
Spanish ,
Urdu
Religion
Muslim
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Hindi ,
Spanish ,
Urdu
Religion
Muslim
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Gottman Method
- Integrative
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Afsha Merchant
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 869-7144
Groups
Fundamentals of DBT
This virtual 12-week group offers structured instruction and guided practice in core Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, including mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and apply these techniques in real-life situations while connecting with others in a supportive, collaborative environment focused on building emotional balance and healthier relationships.
Expertise
Anger Management
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$40-$60
Group Meets
Every Mon 4 P.M. - 5 P.M.
Location
Virtual
Chicago, IL 60613
Email Afsha Merchant about this group or call - (773) 869-7144