Azi Ghaffari
Psychologist, PhD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
2502 N. Clark St, Suite 306, Chicago, IL 60614
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My approach to therapy is holistic and incorporates the connection of the mind, body and emotions. Clients have described me as warm, supportive, non-judgmental and calm. My goal is to help better manage your thoughts, feelings, and to help you feel happier and healthier. I welcome the opportunity to join your journey to healing and recovery.
My areas of expertise include working with individuals struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, and relationship distress. I also have a training specialty in working with individuals adjusting to chronic medical conditions including completion of pre-surgical psychological evaluations for bariatric surgery, spinal cord stimulator, & pain pump placement.
I am licensed in Illinois and Georgia, and offer telehealth services for residents of both states as well as PSYPACT (40+ states). Please email or call me to learn more about my services, and explore methods that I can help you achieve your goals.
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Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account
Insurance
- Aetna
- BCBS Blue Choice Preferred
- Blue Choice Preferred
- Blue Choice, PPO
- Blue Cross
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Medicare
- Optum
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
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Azi Ghaffari
Psychologist, PhD
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 071.008535 Azi Ghaffari
- In Practice for 13 Years
- License: Georgia PSY004608 / 2022
- License: Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) 7208 / 2021
- Attended Purdue University
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Azi Ghaffari
Psychologist, PhD
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Illness
- Health Psychology
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obesity
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Testing and Evaluation
- Women's Issues
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Azi Ghaffari
Psychologist, PhD
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
I also speak
Farsi ,
Persian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
I also speak
Farsi ,
Persian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Psychological Testing and Evaluation
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
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Azi Ghaffari
Psychologist, PhD
Groups
Chronic Pain Support Group
This is an 8-week virtual Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) group focused on teaching individuals mind-body strategies, as well as providing support to better manage chronic pain. Participants can expect to learn strategies that can assist them in increasing activity and function without necessarily eliminating their pain. Sample skills taught include: strategies for accepting chronic pain, mindfulness based techniques, exploration of values, and methods for taking committed action to help decrease pain suffering while increasing agency in ones’ life.
Expertise
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Types of Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Age
Adults
Group Meets
Every Mon 7 P.M. - 8 P.M.
Location
Chicago, IL 60614
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Location
Primary Location
Chicago Behavioral Clinic, PLLC
2502 N. Clark St
Suite 306
Chicago, IL 60614
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Nearby Areas
Cities
Counties
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Azi Ghaffari
Psychologist, PhD