Dr. Julia Hongying Chen
Psychologist, PhD, MS (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
1 East Superior Street, Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60611
Let's Connect (312) 604-5979
Having lived in multiple countries—China, England, and the U.S.—and experienced life both as part of the majority and the minority, I bring a deep appreciation for the richness and complexity of diverse life experiences. I view therapy as a collaborative relationship—two people exploring the deeper truths of life together. My goal is to understand your unique personal story and support you in navigating emotional and relational challenges. Through our work, I hope to help you break free from limiting patterns, build emotional resilience, and cultivate more meaningful connections with others.
I work primarily from the Psychodynamic and Interpersonal lens, though I draw from a range of therapeutic models to meet each individual’s needs. I have over 10 years of experience working with clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, relationship difficulties, family of origin concerns, identity intersections, and life transition.
Respect and understanding for individual differences is my core value. Born in China and later immigrated to the U.S. I bring sensitivity to diversity issues to my work. In addition, I have extensive experience working with graduate and professional students, staff and faculty, and providing clinical supervision to trainees.
Call or Email Dr. Julia Hongying Chen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (312) 604-5979
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $185
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
Dr. Julia Hongying Chen
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 604-5979
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois Julia Hongying Chen
- In Practice for 17 years
- Attended Ball State University, Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2009
- Degree/Diploma from Northern Illinois University Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy / 2003
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr. Julia Hongying Chen
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (312) 604-5979
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Emotional Disturbance
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Illness
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Julia Hongying Chen
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (312) 604-5979
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Experiential Therapy
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
Dr. Julia Hongying Chen
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (312) 604-5979
Location
Primary Location
Essence Psychology, PLLC
1 East Superior Street
Suite 500
Chicago, IL 60611
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