Dragon Ding
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, LPC (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Let's Connect (773) 281-7200 x5
Available both in-person and online
1000 West Diversey Parkway Suite 275 Chicago, IL 60614
Moving forward starts with understanding and clearing what's in the way. Think about it like going to a concert - your favorite artist is playing, but two other bands are competing for your attention and the crowd is too loud. You can't enjoy the show.
Mental noise works the same way - whether it shows up as anxiety, depression, internal or external conflict, or not knowing what's "right" - it drains your bandwidth.
That noise can be quieted though, and that's exactly what we work on together - asking the right questions, finding the right answers, and creating the space to move forward and live the life you actually want.
Outside of my work with clients, I'm deeply committed to expanding access to care. As the Program Manager for the HG Institute, I help professionals develop the specialized skills to support wellness in a world transformed by technology. I also serve as Secretary for CAATCH, advocating for culturally sensitive care and resources within the AAPI community.
My approach is client-centered, grounded in empathic understanding, congruence, and deep respect for where you are in your journey. Finding the right therapist is an important decision, and I want you to feel confident in that choice. If you have any questions or want to explore whether we'd be a good fit, reach out anytime to schedule a free consultation.
Call or Email Dragon Ding now for a free 15 minute consultation - (773) 281-7200 x5
Let's Connect (773) 281-7200 x5
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $135
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
Dragon Ding
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 281-7200 x5
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178.020463 Dragon Ding
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended Loyola University Chicago, EdS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2023
Education and Years In Practice
Dragon Ding
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 281-7200 x5
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- Cultural Identity
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Shame
- Stress
- Video Game Addiction
Dragon Ding
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 281-7200 x5
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Strength-Based
Dragon Ding
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 281-7200 x5
Location
Primary Location
Chicago Counseling Associates
1000 West Diversey Parkway
Suite 275
Chicago, IL 60614
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Nearby Areas
Cities
Counties
Neighborhoods
Dragon Ding
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (773) 281-7200 x5