Amit Kakkar
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
10 Endorsed
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Life can feel like too much—and not enough—all at the same time. You may be moving through your days feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or burdened by emotions you can’t quite name. My clients often come to me seeking relief—but they’re also searching for deeper understanding, greater self-compassion, and a more fulfilling way of living. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, or identity-related stress, therapy can help you reconnect—with yourself, your values, and your path forward.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 25+ years of experience working with children, and adults in English and Spanish. I integrate evidence-based approaches with existential and psychodynamic therapies. Together, we’ll uncover patterns, build effective coping tools, and make meaningful changes that support long-term healing and self-understanding.
Therapy with me is a space where you will be fully seen and deeply heard. In this safe and non-judgmental environment, we’ll make space for your full story—your strengths, your pain, and your hopes. Clients often say that our work not only brings relief, but also a renewed sense of clarity, resilience, and purpose.
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Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Amit Kakkar
Psychologist, PsyD
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 071008478 Amit Kakkar
- Attended Illinois School of Professional Psychology, Graduated 2008
Education and Years In Practice
Amit Kakkar
Psychologist, PsyD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (847) 278-4535
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Child
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Divorce
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Gambling
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Infidelity
- Internet Addiction
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Neurodivergence
- Obesity
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Psychosis
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Video Game Addiction
- Weight Loss
- Women's Issues
10 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Existential
- Family / Marital
- Interpersonal
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Trauma Focused
Amit Kakkar
Psychologist, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (847) 278-4535
Location
Primary Location
New Insights Behavioral Health Services
5015 W Lawrence Ave
Suite 102
Chicago, IL 60630
(847) 278-4535Email Me
Additional Location
New Insights Behavioral Health Services
4732 N Austin Ave
Unit A
Chicago, IL 60630
(847) 278-4535