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Annette Iskra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Photo of Annette Iskra, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW

Annette Iskra

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW (she, her)

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Chicago, IL 60637
(872) 312-2020
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Do you struggle with effects of trauma or abuse? Maybe use anxiety, depression, or self-sabotaging behaviors as a way to cope and now find that these behaviors no long help. Are you looking to heal from simple or complex trauma, physical/ emotional/ sexual/ narcissistic abuse, attachment wounds, “limiting” beliefs, toxic relationships with a desire to improve day-to-day functioning, develop a greater sense of wellbeing, and improve self-esteem and acceptance? If you are seeking help, then you have the strength and resiliency to surpass recovery to a life of thriving. Come be curious, creative, open-minded and experimental with me.
Trained in treating trauma (single and complex), anxiety, depression, developmental attachment wounds I blend therapies to fit your needs. By focusing on your strengths and what is learned in our sessions, you will build a personalized toolbox of resources to use between sessions and long after therapy ends.
Starting therapy is courageous. Sharing intimate, maybe secret, life details with someone is an act of bravery. As a trauma therapist, I realize that telling details can be counter-productive. I use other ways to process and heal from adverse events to reduce the risk of re-traumatization. I provide the scaffolding for you to create a life you want.
Call or Annette Iskra now for a free 15 minute consultation - (872) 312-2020

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Iskra Therapy & Consulting

Chicago, IL 60637

(872) 312-2020
I work remote using secured HIPAA Simple Practice platform using Simple Practice, Google Meets, and when necessary, the phone.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Narcissistic Personality (NPD) and Dissociative Disorders (DID) 
$165 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (872) 312-2020
Photo of Annette Iskra, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Iskra Therapy & Consulting

Chicago, IL 60637

(872) 312-2020
I work remote using secured HIPAA Simple Practice platform using Simple Practice, Google Meets, and when necessary, the phone.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Narcissistic Personality (NPD) and Dissociative Disorders (DID) 
$165 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $165

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Out of Network
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Insurance billed directed to insurance company; co-pays and cash payments charged directly to credit card through HIPAA compliant platform.
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Annette Iskra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 312-2020
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Insurance billed directed to insurance company; co-pays and cash payments charged directly to credit card through HIPAA compliant platform.
Photo of Annette Iskra, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Annette Iskra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 312-2020

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149020935 Annette Iskra

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended The University of Chicago; Case Western Reserve University, PhD; MSSA

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute 2024 -certified SP therapist
  • Certificate from Academy of Therapy Wisdom-certified TIST therapist 2020
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I am a trauma-focused, trauma-informed and trauma-trained licensed therapist. I am certified in both Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment (TIST), trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and in recovery from narcissistic abuse. I'm licensed in IL.
Photo of Annette Iskra, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Annette Iskra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 312-2020
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I am a trauma-focused, trauma-informed and trauma-trained licensed therapist. I am certified in both Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment (TIST), trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and in recovery from narcissistic abuse. I'm licensed in IL.
Photo of Annette Iskra, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Annette Iskra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 312-2020

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)

Expertise

  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in Trauma, PTSD, and developmental injury.
Photo of Annette Iskra, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Annette Iskra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 312-2020
"
I specialize in Trauma, PTSD, and developmental injury.
Photo of Annette Iskra, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Annette Iskra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 312-2020

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Single Parent

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (Somatic therapy), cert
  • Strength-Based
  • TIST-Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, cert
  • Trauma Focused
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I combine TIST, IFS, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (mind & body based) into a phase-oriented trauma treatment model. For example, early treatment often focuses on building a safe environment, resources for regulation and client's awareness of internal landscape and how each part operates before moving into processing more difficult memories.
Photo of Annette Iskra, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Annette Iskra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 312-2020
"
I combine TIST, IFS, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (mind & body based) into a phase-oriented trauma treatment model. For example, early treatment often focuses on building a safe environment, resources for regulation and client's awareness of internal landscape and how each part operates before moving into processing more difficult memories.
Photo of Annette Iskra, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Annette Iskra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 312-2020

Location

Primary Location

Iskra Therapy & Consulting

Chicago, IL 60637

(872) 312-2020

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I work remote using secured HIPAA Simple Practice platform using Simple Practice, Google Meets, and when necessary, the phone.
Photo of Annette Iskra, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Annette Iskra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (872) 312-2020
"
I work remote using secured HIPAA Simple Practice platform using Simple Practice, Google Meets, and when necessary, the phone.
Photo of Annette Iskra, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Annette Iskra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, MA, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (872) 312-2020