Chelly Calandra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661
Let's Connect (312) 548-1122
My clinical work centers on supporting clients impacted by life’s challenges. I bring a warm yet direct approach to therapy, creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can openly explore their thoughts and experiences. My goal is to empower individuals to build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and embrace their authentic selves.
I integrate evidence-based modalities, such as EMDR and CPT, with traditional talk therapy, tailoring my approach to each client’s unique needs. Grounded in a client-centered and solution-focused perspective, I am committed to helping my clients achieve meaningful growth together.
I have extensive experience with survivors of narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, and sexual violence. I am EMDR & CPT certified, and have additional training in polyvagal theory, IFS, and somatic experience therapy. I am licensed in Texas, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. I offer individual sessions as well as EMDR Intensives.
Please reach out for a 15 minute phone consult to help determine if I may be helpful in supporting you. I want you to reflect on therapy and the work we were able to do with a sense of accomplishment over time, this is difficult important work. I hope that through our time together you would have a greater sense of who you are and your value in this world.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $160
- Couple Sessions $200
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BCBS - Illinois Clients Only
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Chelly Calandra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.025472 Michelle Calandra
- In Practice for 9 years
- Attended The University of Texas at Austin, Masters in Social Work , Graduated 2016
- Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.025472
- License: Texas 63091 / 2023
- License: Pennsylvania CW023578 / 2023
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Chelly Calandra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (312) 548-1122
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Sexual Abuse
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Body Positivity
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Codependency
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- Mood Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex Therapy
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse
- Women's Issues
Chelly Calandra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (312) 548-1122
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Feminist
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychoanalytic
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Chelly Calandra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (312) 548-1122
Location
Additional Location
Austin, TX 78759
(312) 548-1122Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Chelly Calandra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (312) 548-1122