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Ayna Kaur Virk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
(773) 232-3474
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Ayna Kaur Virk

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
77 W. Washington Street, Suite 1500, Chicago, IL 60602
(773) 232-3474
Let's Connect (773) 232-3474
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I understand that healing is not linear and that life’s transitions, traumas, and relational wounds shape how we move through the world. In therapy, we will work together to deepen your understanding of who you are, explore the relationships that support or challenge your wellbeing, and build clarity around the life you want to create. I work with both individuals and couples, and my hope is to help you heal, confront the parts of your story that feel heavy, and empower you to reclaim meaning and agency. As a South Asian woman, I understand the complexities of navigating identity, cultural expectations, and family dynamics.
This perspective informs my work with clients carrying generational narratives, relational distress, and navigating cultural identities. I support individuals and couples navigating grief, anxiety, identity development, domestic and sexual violence, trauma, and emotional dysregulation.
My approach is collaborative, culturally attuned, and personalized. I integrate Narrative Therapy, DBT-informed strategies, IFS, and somatic interventions to help clients understand their inner world, strengthen emotional regulation, and build compassionate relationships. I tailor strategies to your needs while supporting resilience, clarity, and self-trust.
Call or Ayna Kaur Virk now for a free 15 minute consultation - (773) 232-3474

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

77 W. Washington Street

Suite 1500

Chicago, IL 60602 map

 (773) 232-3474
My website
We offer in-person counseling sessions at our office in downtown Chicago and Telehealth appointments via HIPAA-compliant video chat.
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Supporting adults, and couples grappling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief, trauma, & identity exploration.
Ayna Kaur Virk
Let's Connect (773) 232-3474
Photo of Ayna Kaur Virk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

77 W. Washington Street

Suite 1500

Chicago, IL 60602 map

 (773) 232-3474
My website
We offer in-person counseling sessions at our office in downtown Chicago and Telehealth appointments via HIPAA-compliant video chat.
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Supporting adults, and couples grappling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief, trauma, & identity exploration.
Ayna Kaur Virk

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Humana
  • Out of Network
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We accept insurance, self-pay, and sliding-scale payment options for those with special financial needs.
Photo of Ayna Kaur Virk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ayna Kaur Virk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 232-3474
"
We accept insurance, self-pay, and sliding-scale payment options for those with special financial needs.
Photo of Ayna Kaur Virk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ayna Kaur Virk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 232-3474

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178.021282 Ayna Kaur Virk

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended DePaul University, Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2024
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Additional training for ADHD and Autism neuropsychological evaluations. Program emphasis on restorative justice and multicultural perspectives. As an early clinician, I bring the latest in cutting-edge approaches while collaborating with seasoned professionals within our team.
Photo of Ayna Kaur Virk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ayna Kaur Virk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 232-3474
"
Additional training for ADHD and Autism neuropsychological evaluations. Program emphasis on restorative justice and multicultural perspectives. As an early clinician, I bring the latest in cutting-edge approaches while collaborating with seasoned professionals within our team.
Photo of Ayna Kaur Virk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ayna Kaur Virk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 232-3474

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Psychosis
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work with individuals and couples seeking support for grief, anxiety, postpartum transitions, identity development, domestic and sexual violence, relational trauma, and emotional dysregulation. I help clients broaden perspective, nurture the inner child, and build healthy relational patterns. I am also a trained psychometrician who administers neuropsychological assessments for ADHD and Autism.
Photo of Ayna Kaur Virk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ayna Kaur Virk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 232-3474
"
I work with individuals and couples seeking support for grief, anxiety, postpartum transitions, identity development, domestic and sexual violence, relational trauma, and emotional dysregulation. I help clients broaden perspective, nurture the inner child, and build healthy relational patterns. I am also a trained psychometrician who administers neuropsychological assessments for ADHD and Autism.
Photo of Ayna Kaur Virk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ayna Kaur Virk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 232-3474

4 Endorsements

Sunitha Rachel Chandy
Sunitha Rachel Chandy
Psychologist, PsyD
Ayna takes the time to understand each person and family through their lens, acknowledging the importance of culture, context, and history in their stories. She ensures the skills and support of therapy fit the relationships that matter most to you.
Megan Reddy
Megan Reddy
Psychologist, PhD
Ayna is a superb, early career therapist who takes the time to really understand her clients. She often joins in on psychological assessments and is able to quickly form relationships and put people at ease with her humor and humility.
Sithara Vincent
Sithara Vincent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-500
Ayna has a fresh perspective and is creative in her approach to therapy. She creates spaces that allow her clients to align their goals to their values for active change.
Jackie Chavez
Jackie Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Ayna is a compassionate therapist who offers a safe, culturally sensitive space for those navigating life's challenges. She walks alongside clients on their path to healing and resilience, tailoring strategies to their unique needs and goals.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Hindi , 
Punjabi

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Hindi , 
Punjabi

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Trauma Focused
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Narrative Therapy, DBT-informed interventions, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic-based awareness practices, Emotionally Focused Therapy elements, multicultural and culturally sensitive frameworks, trauma-focused approaches, and Christian counseling for clients who choose to integrate their faith into therapy.
Photo of Ayna Kaur Virk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ayna Kaur Virk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 232-3474
"
Narrative Therapy, DBT-informed interventions, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic-based awareness practices, Emotionally Focused Therapy elements, multicultural and culturally sensitive frameworks, trauma-focused approaches, and Christian counseling for clients who choose to integrate their faith into therapy.
Photo of Ayna Kaur Virk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ayna Kaur Virk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 232-3474

Location

Primary Location

77 W. Washington Street

Suite 1500

Chicago, IL 60602

(773) 232-3474

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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We offer in-person counseling sessions at our office in downtown Chicago and Telehealth appointments via HIPAA-compliant video chat.
Photo of Ayna Kaur Virk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ayna Kaur Virk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (773) 232-3474
"
We offer in-person counseling sessions at our office in downtown Chicago and Telehealth appointments via HIPAA-compliant video chat.
Photo of Ayna Kaur Virk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ayna Kaur Virk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (773) 232-3474