Infertility Therapists in Wicker Park, Chicago, IL

Flourish Counseling & Wellness is a group practice providing counseling, advocacy and resources focused on women's and perinatal mental health - from fertility to pregnancy, through postpartum and parenthood. We envision a world where families have the information and support they need to heal, connect and flourish. To support that vision, we have assembled an experienced group of clinicians to serve clients in Chicago, Oak Park, and throughout Illinois. Our team consists of clinical social workers, psychologists, PhDs, marriage/family therapists, certified perinatal mental health clinicians, and a psychiatric nurse practitioner.

I am a compassionate, warm, and authentic therapist who brings a unique blend of warmth, empathy, and understanding to my work with clients. I understand that everyone's journey is different, and I am committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I specialize in working with caregivers, parents, people who want to be parents, and high achievers who struggle with confidence. I understand the challenges that come with these roles, and I'm here to help you find balance, set boundaries, build confidence and self-compassion, and create healthy relationships.

Do you feel your life doesn't reflect your hopes and dreams? Do your relationships lack the satisfaction & warmth you wish and deserve? Are you finding it challenging to be the spouse or parent you want to be? Have you been diagnosed with a medical condition and struggling to adjust? Are you caring for a loved one with an illness and feeling the stress? As your partner and guide, I can help you remove unhealthy patterns and develop more constructive ways of coping. I can assist you in feeling happier, more resilient in the face of life challenges, developing stronger relationships and achieving your full potential.

I specialize in working with women experiencing pregnancy loss, infertility and challenges during the perinatal period and parenting challenges. I also specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression related to interpersonal relationship conflict and life transitions such as moving to a new city, starting a family, becoming a new student or starting a new job.

Are you trying to find more balance in your life? I can help! I specialize in working with adults who are trying to improve their relationships, navigate infidelity and women/couples who are experiencing infertility or alternative paths to build a family. I support clients who are navigating pregnancy and the stress of early parenthood. I also offer therapy to women who are interested in being a Single Mother by Choice. I provide a supportive environment where you can feel heard and seen in a nonjudgmental space.

With a passion for helping women thrive, I am a compassionate and knowledgeable therapist specializing in Anxiety/Panic Disorder, Postpartum Depression, and Infertility Issues. With years of experience and a genuine desire to make a difference, I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where women can openly discuss their concerns and find solace. As a dedicated therapist, I am here to support and uplift women, providing them with the tools and guidance they need to navigate through life's unique struggles.

My specialties include working with individuals and couples struggling with infidelity, infertility, and/or difficulty with emotion regulation.

I deeply value the relationship between therapist and client and believe that therapy is a collaborative process. I approach therapy with a compassionate and open stance, striving to create a genuine connection with each of my clients. I believe that this approach allows individuals to recognize their strengths while being vulnerable about their needs and concerns.

Self-care and healthy relationships can have a significant impact on an individual's mental health. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, I believe in enhancing personal growth. I am dedicated to being an attentive and active listener. I will work collaboratively with you to develop short and long-term goals and in identifying barriers to accomplishing and maintaining these goals. My support and encouragement can instill hope and motivation to change by developing healthy coping skills.

Transitioning to parenthood and managing emotions postpartum can be difficult. As a perinatal therapist, my goal is to provide a safe space where you can process these major life changes, understand past experiences that are negatively impacting your present self and identify coping skills. I use a trauma informed approach that is strengths based. I have the Perinatal Mental Health Certification through Postpartum Support International. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Becoming a parent can be both extremely rewarding yet filled with challenges. The transition to parenthood can be overwhelming physically and mentally. Parents often think to themselves, what did I get myself into? Whether its unexpected fertility struggles, grief for your old life, managing the challenges of a newborn, older siblings or infant colic there are so many factors that can compound the transition. The anxiety and depression that come with these challenges can be a common experience.

Jen Novak is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years of counseling experience and a particular interest in Women's Mental Health issues. Jennifer has specialized training and extensive experience working with women, their partners, and their families around maternal mental health and reproductive issues, including: fertility challenges, miscarriage and infant loss, perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, the transition into parenthood, maintaining partner intimacy post baby, and renegotiating individual/family roles & dynamics in response to an expanding family.

Life's transitions can create stress, uncertainty, and disconnection from yourself and those around you. As a clinical psychologist, my goal is to help you identify your strengths, build your sense of self, and create goals that bring direction, fulfillment, and acceptance. I provide virtual and in-person psychotherapy for adults and my areas of expertise include: depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, women's health issues, life transitions, and relationship concerns. I also specialize in helping new parents, those going through fertility treatment, and women with post-partum depression and anxiety.

Finding yourself here means that you are curious— curious about why you are feeling this way and how therapy might help. Often we forget to take the necessary time to check in with ourselves; to figure out where we’re at, how we got here & what we need in a particular moment to move forward. We find ourselves STUCK. Allowing yourself a weekly space to slow down and think aloud, opens you up for deeper clarity. I have 18 years of clinical experience collaborating with my patients to unearth underlying concerns and figure out future goals and intentions to begin moving forward.

When you feel disconnected, stressed, or without clear direction, life can feel like you’re missing something. At Birchwood Clinic, our goal is to help you identify your strengths, build your sense of self and create goals that bring direction, fulfillment, and self-acceptance. We provide in-person and virtual psychotherapy for adults and our areas of expertise include: anxiety, stress, life transitions, work/life balance, depression, relationship concerns, new parent transitions, pre and post partum issues, and those going through fertility treatment.

Repeated behaviors and feelings show up in our lives and can get in the way of growth, healing, and positive relationships. As your therapist, I will help you connect the dots in your life story to reveal what may be keeping you ‘stuck’. I have seen how transformative it is when someone gains a bird’s-eye view of their life, and I consider it a privilege to play an active role in this process with you.

I work from a client-centered lens and am passionate about working with individuals and relationships navigating: anxiety, depression, acute and complex trauma, relationship conflict and disconnection, communication issues, trust repair, sex and intimacy issues, identity exploration, unaddressed family of origin attachment wounds, inner child healing, and challenges with self-esteem and self-confidence. I attend to being a culturally competent therapist that considers the contexts and identities of my clients, and foster a therapeutic space that is identity-affirming, sex-positive, anti-racist, and polyamorous- and kink-friendly.

Life can present you with many challenges you may or may not have been anticipating. My goal as a clinical psychologist is to support you through times of uncertainty that may be causing any stress and/or feelings hopelessness you may be faced with as a result. My collaborative and integrative style takes your unique circumstance into consideration in attempt to facilitate insight, growth, and provide tools to help feel more fulfilled in life. I provide individual and couples therapy to adults with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, loss, and transitional life stages.

Accepting New Clients! Choosing a therapist is a daunting task and I am aware of how difficult this can be for people. Gaining trust and confidence from my clients is of the utmost importance to me and I believe in making my office an open and relaxing environment. My experiences and training have led me to use an approach that incorporates both the mental and physical aspects of your well-being. I address not only emotional issues, but also sleep, diet, exercise, and substance use. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness/Meditation and other modalities.