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Churan Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC

Churan Wu

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
3209 North Lakewood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657
Let's Connect (872) 278-3286
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If you’ve been wondering, “why am I having those unwanted thoughts, feelings, or urges?” or “what do I truly want for my life?”, you’re not alone. In our ever-changing world, our perceptions and experiences constantly evolve, and understanding them can be both challenging and enlightening. I aim to be another pair of eyes, offering new perspectives on the issues you face and supporting your healing and growth. I offer therapy in both Mandarin and English.
As an Asian therapist, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families from marginalized communities. I specialize in intimate relationships, attachment trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, grief and loss, and OCD. I have extensive experience working with racial minorities, international students, and LGBTQ+ members.
As an IFS-informed therapist, I see therapy not as “fixing” you, but as understanding and honoring the whole of who you are—so that healing can unfold naturally and lead you toward a life that feels true, grounded, and alive. Together, we can begin a journey where you are deeply heard, gently understood, and fully supported.
Call or Churan Wu now for a free 15 minute consultation - (872) 278-3286

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3209 North Lakewood Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657 map

(872) 278-3286

30 North Michigan Avenue

Suite 424

Chicago, IL 60602 map

I offer therapy sessions in-person (Loop/Lakeview) or online via video in both Mandarin (Chinese) and English. I'm available most weekdays.
I specialize in Attachment trauma, Life Transitions and Grief 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
I am looking forward to connecting with you!
Churan Wu
Let's Connect (872) 278-3286
Photo of Churan Wu, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3209 North Lakewood Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657 map

(872) 278-3286

30 North Michigan Avenue

Suite 424

Chicago, IL 60602 map

I offer therapy sessions in-person (Loop/Lakeview) or online via video in both Mandarin (Chinese) and English. I'm available most weekdays.
I specialize in Attachment trauma, Life Transitions and Grief 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
I am looking forward to connecting with you!
Churan Wu

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $130
  • Couple Sessions $130

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Allegiance
  • Allied Benefits
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • ASR As Physicians Care
  • Bac
  • Benefit Management
  • BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross / Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • BlueShield of Northeastern New York
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Choice Benefits
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • ConnectiCare
  • Coventry
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
  • First Health
  • Golden Rule
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Group Administrator
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance Plan (HAP) of Michigan
  • Health Net
  • HealthPartners of MN and WI
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Jhehp
  • Johns Hopkins
  • Magellan
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Meridian
  • Meritain Health
  • MHNet Behavioral Health
  • MultiPlan
  • MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • PBA
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Priority Health
  • Self-Pay
  • Student Resources
  • Surest
  • Telligen
  • Trustmark
  • UAS / United All Savers
  • UMR
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • University Health Alliance
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
  • UPMC Health
  • Zelis Healthcare
  • Out of Network
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We submit claims to your insurance for your sessions and once we receive an EOB, we'll send you a statement and charge your card on file.
Photo of Churan Wu, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Churan Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 278-3286
"
We submit claims to your insurance for your sessions and once we receive an EOB, we'll send you a statement and charge your card on file.
Photo of Churan Wu, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Churan Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 278-3286

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178.022059 Churan Wu
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Attended Northwestern University, MA, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from National Certified Counselor 2025
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I have an LPC and extensive training in psychodrama.
Photo of Churan Wu, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Churan Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 278-3286
"
I have an LPC and extensive training in psychodrama.
Photo of Churan Wu, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Churan Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 278-3286

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Attachment trauma
  • Life Transitions
  • Grief

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Psychosis
  • Self Esteem
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients who struggle with depression, attachment trauma, and identity crisis related to their family or significant experiences. During the first few weeks of therapy, I aim to get to know you and collaborate on a treatment plan that addresses the issues we identify together. Over time, many of my clients begin to notice gradual and meaningful changes as our work progresses.
Photo of Churan Wu, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Churan Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 278-3286
"
I work with clients who struggle with depression, attachment trauma, and identity crisis related to their family or significant experiences. During the first few weeks of therapy, I aim to get to know you and collaborate on a treatment plan that addresses the issues we identify together. Over time, many of my clients begin to notice gradual and meaningful changes as our work progresses.
Photo of Churan Wu, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Churan Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 278-3286

4 Endorsements

Kellie Rice
Kellie Rice
Licensed Clinical Professional CounselorPsyDCGPCMHIMP
Churan brings warmth, cultural sensitivity, and clinical depth to her work. She creates a collaborative, affirming space where clients feel safe to explore identity, heal, and grow with intention.
Hexin Bi
Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional CounselorMSNCCLPC
Churan and I lead the International Students Group. She is a gifted group co-facilitator.
Mind Body Co-op
Mind Body Co-op
Treatment Center
Churan creates a respectful, collaborative space where clients feel truly heard. With warmth, cultural sensitivity, and an integrative approach, she supports individuals, couples, and families in navigating life transitions, identity, and emotional heal
Rae Shen
Rae Shen
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC
I highly recommend Churan Wu as a therapist. Churan creates a warm and respectful space where clients feel seen and understood. Her integrative approach-drawing from trauma-informed, psychodynamic, and expressive therapies-supports individuals and families

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Asian
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Mandarin

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Asian
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Mandarin

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Expressive Arts
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My approach incorporates Internal Family Systems (IFS), Psychodynamic theories, Expressive Arts Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Somatic practices, Mindfulness practices, Humanistic principles, and Multicultural lens.
Photo of Churan Wu, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Churan Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 278-3286
"
My approach incorporates Internal Family Systems (IFS), Psychodynamic theories, Expressive Arts Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Somatic practices, Mindfulness practices, Humanistic principles, and Multicultural lens.
Photo of Churan Wu, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Churan Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 278-3286

Groups

Location

Primary Location

3209 North Lakewood Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657

(872) 278-3286

Additional Location

30 North Michigan Avenue

Suite 424

Chicago, IL 60602

(872) 278-3286
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person (Loop/Lakeview) or online via video in both Mandarin (Chinese) and English. I'm available most weekdays.
Photo of Churan Wu, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Churan Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (872) 278-3286
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person (Loop/Lakeview) or online via video in both Mandarin (Chinese) and English. I'm available most weekdays.
Photo of Churan Wu, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Churan Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (872) 278-3286