Kayla Hartman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AM, CTP (she, her)

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6 Endorsed

2224 West Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625

Waitlist for new clients

(773) 341-2175

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Throughout our lives, we are wounded in big and small ways in our relationships. I believe that healing these wounds must happen in relationships, as well. In my eyes, that is what therapy is all about. I am particularly experienced in working with people who struggle with disordered eating and eating disorders using Health At Every Size principles. I enjoy working with LGBTQ+ people and those engaged in nontraditional shapes of relationships. I also support people with mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, substance use, and transitions.

I offer acceptance while also challenging my clients. I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and psychodynamic perspectives. Above all, I value the relational task of therapy. It’s my job to co-create collaborative and meaningful relationships that serve as a container for growth. I use humor and curiosity as tools.

I strive to be culturally-affirming and trauma-informed. I understand that our individual experiences and identities shape our contexts of harm and healing. I am continuing my specialized training in mind-body approaches including Internal Family Systems. If you want to learn more, reach out and we'll set up a time to chat and see if we're a good fit.

Call or Email Kayla Hartman now for a free 15 minute consultation - (773) 341-2175

My Practice at a Glance

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InPowered Therapy

2224 West Lawrence Avenue

Chicago, IL 60625 map

(773) 341-2175

I prioritize integrity and privacy in healthcare, so I don't use AI or collaborate with any VC-backed therapy tech platforms.

I specialize in Anxiety, Eating Disorders and LGBTQ+

$180 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and groups

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (773) 341-2175

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

InPowered Therapy

2224 West Lawrence Avenue

Chicago, IL 60625 map

(773) 341-2175

I prioritize integrity and privacy in healthcare, so I don't use AI or collaborate with any VC-backed therapy tech platforms.

I specialize in Anxiety, Eating Disorders and LGBTQ+

$180 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and groups

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $180
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

Aetna
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Out of Network

Along with insurance and self-pay, I am happy to check out your out-of-network benefits for you if you think we might be a good fit. Finding a therapist with clicks for you is worth it, and sometimes people have great OON benefits they don't know about!

Kayla Hartman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AM, CTP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 341-2175

Kayla Hartman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AM, CTP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 341-2175

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.029185 Kayla Hartman

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 8 years

Attended University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice, Master's in Social Work, Graduated 2018

Additional Credentials

Membership with International Association of Social Work with Groups

Certificate from Certified Trauma Professional 981113 / 2025

Kayla Hartman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AM, CTP

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (773) 341-2175

Kayla Hartman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AM, CTP

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (773) 341-2175

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Eating Disorders
LGBTQ+

Expertise

Bisexual
Body Positivity
Depression
Family Conflict
Lesbian
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Stress
Substance Use
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

First and foremost, you can expect to build a growth-oriented therapeutic relationship. Within that relationship, you can expect to learn more about how you relate to others out in the world, build your capacity for making relational change, and bring your new knowledge to your real world social experiences.

Kayla Hartman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AM, CTP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 341-2175

Kayla Hartman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AM, CTP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 341-2175

6 Endorsements

Marisa Lewis

Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC, CADC

Kayla is a highly intelligent therapist that takes her work seriously, but doesn't take herself too seriously. Her style pairs well with folks who tend to be over controlled, and accepts clients for who they are to encourage their own self love.

Casey VanderStel

Counselor, LPC, MA, EMDR

Kayla is a skilled and genuine therapist, and I eagerly refer clients to her to do deep inner work and challenge themselves in their relational growth. I highly recommend working with her!

Kelsee Costanza

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC

Kayla is a skilled and thoughtful clinician who uses humor and a relational approach to work with clients toward feeling comfortable with their authentic selves. She cares deeply about the work and is always considering how to best support her clients.

Dr. Lisa Lien

Psychologist, PsyD

Kayla creates a space that feels comfortable to put your guard down and feel at ease. She balances being relatable and professional in such a lovely way.

Kiley Moore

Pre-Licensed Professional, MA

Kayla is a passionate clinician with the ability to see how clients are impacted by the systems around them, taking intersecting identities into account with care and thoughtful consideration.

Audrey Adams

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Kayla does an incredible job working with her clients to create a meaningful relationship while exploring each person's goals and needs. She combines respectful awareness with great skill and knowledge to meet her clients where they are.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Feminist
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Psychodynamic
Relational

I draw primarily from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and psychodynamic orientations. I see therapy partially as a social laboratory- a place to observe and practice how you relate to others. Expect to talk about our therapeutic relationship. Through our time together, you will be asked to collaborate on your treatment plan so that we can shift when needed.

Kayla Hartman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AM, CTP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 341-2175

Kayla Hartman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AM, CTP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 341-2175

Groups

Queer Process Therapy Group: Thursdays at 7 PM

Hosted by

Kayla Hartman

This process group is for LGBTQIA+ adults of all ages who are looking to improve relationships with themselves and others. The power of process groups lies in the unique opportunity to receive multiple perspectives, support, and feedback providing group members an opportunity to deepen their level of self-awareness and to learn how they relate to others. We accept BCBS PPO, Blue Choice, United Healthcare, Cigna, and Aetna insurances or self-pay, with limited sliding scale spots available. (For individuals clients, I accept BCBS PPO and Aetna PPO only). Co-facilitated by myself and Casey VanderStel LPC, MA, EMDR.

Expertise

Peer Relationships

Transgender

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$30-$50

Group Meets

Every Thu 7 P.M. - 8:15 P.M.

Location

Chicago, IL 60625

Email Kayla Hartman about this group or call - (773) 341-2175

Queer Process Therapy Group: Tuesdays at 11 AM

Hosted by

Kayla Hartman

Expertise

Peer Relationships

Transgender

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$30-$50

Group Meets

Every Tue 11 A.M. - 12 P.M.

Location

Chicago, IL 60625

Email Kayla Hartman about this group or call - (773) 341-2175

Location

Primary Location

InPowered Therapy

2224 West Lawrence Avenue

Chicago, IL 60625

(773) 341-2175

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Chicago, IL

Counties

Cook

Zips

Neighborhoods

I prioritize integrity and privacy in healthcare, so I don't use AI or collaborate with any VC-backed therapy tech platforms.

Kayla Hartman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AM, CTP

Call for a free consultation now - (773) 341-2175

I prioritize integrity and privacy in healthcare, so I don't use AI or collaborate with any VC-backed therapy tech platforms.

Kayla Hartman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AM, CTP

Call for a free consultation now - (773) 341-2175