Emily Derkin
Counselor, LCPC
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I believe that each of us already carries the capacity for growth, healing, and change,
even when life makes those strengths difficult to see. Therapy isn’t about fixing
what’s broken. It’s about creating space to better understand yourself, reconnect
with your values, and move toward the life you want to build. My approach is
compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique experiences and goals.
Much of my training and clinical experience has focused on eating disorders,
addiction, and trauma. I’ve found that the challenges bringing
someone into therapy are often connected to deeper experiences that deserve
attention and care. Meaningful healing happens when we make room for the whole
story, not just the symptoms that are easiest to see.
Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and I want to honor the courage it takes to
reach out. Whether this is your first experience with therapy or you’re returning after
previous treatment, my goal is to create a welcoming space where you feel
supported, understood, and free to show up exactly as you are.
Call or Email Emily Derkin now for a free 15 minute consultation - (773) 915-0253
Let's Connect (773) 915-0253
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
Emily Derkin
Counselor, LCPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 915-0253
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180009578 Emily Derkin
- In Practice for 15 years
- Attended Eastern University, Graduated 2009
Education and Years In Practice
Emily Derkin
Counselor, LCPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (773) 915-0253
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Addiction
- Grief
- Codependency
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Co-occurring mental health and addictions
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Family Systems
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Emily Derkin
Counselor, LCPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 915-0253
Location
Primary Location
Reclaim Counseling & Consulting
4203 N. Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618
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