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Karoline Kowalczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
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Karoline Kowalczyk

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW (she, her)

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1200 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622
Let's Connect (312) 884-1738
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With over 15 years of experience, I help adults work through trauma, attachment wounds, and recurring relationship patterns. My approach is engaged, thoughtful, and collaborative. I use EMDR to address deep trauma, cognitive theory to identify and shift patterns, psychodynamic and relational work to explore relationships and attachment, interpersonal neurobiology to connect mind and body, and parts work (EST) to support internal growth. I support clients navigating modern dating and relationship uncertainty, recognizing that dating culture can feel confusing, disheartening, or even toxic.
I am an intersectional practitioner whose work with singles focuses on discernment, alternatives to romantic relationships, community-building, strengths-based singlehood, reframing sociopolitical narratives, and addressing the financial disadvantages of being single. My approach is contemporary, progressive, and deeply affirming.
Together, we explore patterns, heal relational wounds, and work toward choices aligned with your values — without placing blame on you for the challenges you face. I also work with individuals processing grief or anxiety related to delayed or uncertain parenthood.
Call or Karoline Kowalczyk now for a free 15 minute consultation - (312) 884-1738

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Karoline Kowalczyk, MA, LCSW

1200 North Ashland Avenue

Chicago, IL 60622 map

(312) 884-1738
My website
While I don't currently have 4pm or later spots available, I am accepting clients for daytime sessions.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Dating, Breakups, ROCD 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (312) 884-1738
Photo of Karoline Kowalczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Karoline Kowalczyk, MA, LCSW

1200 North Ashland Avenue

Chicago, IL 60622 map

(312) 884-1738
My website
While I don't currently have 4pm or later spots available, I am accepting clients for daytime sessions.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Dating, Breakups, ROCD 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem BCBS
  • BCBS Blue Choice
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
"
I only accept PPO plans.
Photo of Karoline Kowalczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Karoline Kowalczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 884-1738
"
I only accept PPO plans.
Photo of Karoline Kowalczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Karoline Kowalczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 884-1738

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149015449 Karoline Kowalczyk
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Attended University of Chicago, Graduated 2010
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Advanced Psychodynamic Fellowship in Clinical Practice at Crown School at UChicago 2021
  • Certificate from EMDR Basic Training Parts 1 and 2 through the EMDR Institute 2022
Photo of Karoline Kowalczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Karoline Kowalczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (312) 884-1738
Photo of Karoline Kowalczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Karoline Kowalczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (312) 884-1738

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Relationship Issues
  • Dating, Breakups, ROCD

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Self Worth
  • Stress
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I'm a trauma, dating, and attachment specialist.
Photo of Karoline Kowalczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Karoline Kowalczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 884-1738
"
I'm a trauma, dating, and attachment specialist.
Photo of Karoline Kowalczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Karoline Kowalczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 884-1738

3 Endorsements

Constantine Trela
Constantine Trela
PsychologistPhD
Karoline and I work together in a peer consultation group. Her insights have proven valuable time and again, and her warmth and kind nature makes it a joy to work with her. I would have no reservations recommending her as a clinician or a consultant!
Richard C Park
Richard C Park
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Karoline is an intelligent and thoughtful psychotherapist who is particularly insightful in helping those who've experienced trauma, as well as contextualizing the difficulties one is having finding secure and meaningful relationships/dating experiences.
Stephanie Dove
Stephanie Dove
Clinical Social Work/TherapistAMLCSW
Karoline is an amazing therapist and an expert in trauma dating/attachment issues. She has a genuinely warm and authentic approach to her work with clients that is sure to create an environment of safety in the therapy space. I highly recommend her!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

I also speak

Polish

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

I also speak

Polish

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Anti-Oppressive Practice
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Ego State Therapy
  • EMDR
  • Feminist
  • Gottman Method
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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Therapy is collaborative and responsive to your needs — sometimes focusing on concrete challenges, other times on deeper trauma or relationship dynamics.
Photo of Karoline Kowalczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Karoline Kowalczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 884-1738
"
Therapy is collaborative and responsive to your needs — sometimes focusing on concrete challenges, other times on deeper trauma or relationship dynamics.
Photo of Karoline Kowalczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Karoline Kowalczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 884-1738

Location

Primary Location

Karoline Kowalczyk, MA, LCSW

1200 North Ashland Avenue

Chicago, IL 60622

(312) 884-1738
"
While I don't currently have 4pm or later spots available, I am accepting clients for daytime sessions.
Photo of Karoline Kowalczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Karoline Kowalczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (312) 884-1738
"
While I don't currently have 4pm or later spots available, I am accepting clients for daytime sessions.
Photo of Karoline Kowalczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Karoline Kowalczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (312) 884-1738