Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

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Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

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100 N. Main St, Second Floor, Suite 12, Edwardsville, IL 62025

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100 N. Main St, Second Floor, Suite 12 Edwardsville, IL 62025

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If you feel lonely even while sharing a life with someone else, you are not broken. From the outside, your relationship may look stable, but inside you feel unseen, disconnected, and unsure where you stand with each other. Conversations quickly turn into arguments or silence, and repeated efforts to “fix it” haven’t helped. You want clarity, emotional safety, and a relationship that feels mutual again, not one that survives only because you keep trying harder while nothing truly changes.

I offer relationship therapy to women individually and couples together. My Gottman-based approach goes beyond communication skills to examine emotional labor, cultural expectations, and modern stressors, then restructures the relationship so connection, balance, and shared responsibility can return.

If any part of this feels familiar, you don’t have to keep navigating it by yourself. I offer direct and honest support that provides clarity and relief. When you’re ready, reaching out can be the first step toward a relationship that feels steadier and more connected.

Call or Email Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (618) 871-2669

Practice at a Glance

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100 N. Main St, Second Floor, Suite 12

Edwardsville, IL 62025 map

(618) 871-2669

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I help women and couples who feel lonely and disconnected reconnect with themselves and with each other.

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Women's Issues and Divorce

$175 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

Let's Connect (618) 871-2669

Practice at a Glance

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

100 N. Main St, Second Floor, Suite 12

Edwardsville, IL 62025 map

(618) 871-2669

Website

I help women and couples who feel lonely and disconnected reconnect with themselves and with each other.

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Women's Issues and Divorce

$175 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Couple Sessions $185

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

I am out of network with insurance but can provide a suberbill upon request. Click the link above to my website for more fee information, payment options, and reach out with any questions.

Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (618) 871-2669

I am out of network with insurance but can provide a suberbill upon request. Click the link above to my website for more fee information, payment options, and reach out with any questions.

Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (618) 871-2669

Qualifications

Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Cara P Cassidy

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149015397 Cara P Cassidy

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 21 years

Attended Southern Illinois University Edwardsville , MSW, Graduated 2005

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 21 years in the field. I have completed Level 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and use Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my work. I am also a leader of The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work couples workshop.

Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (618) 871-2669

Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (618) 871-2669

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Marital and Premarital
Women's Issues
Divorce

Expertise

Domestic Abuse
Family Conflict
Infidelity
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Relationship Issues

If you feel lonely even while sharing a life with someone else, you are not broken. I help women and couples who feel disconnected slow down, get honest, and rebuild connection with themselves and with each other in a way that feels safe and secure.

Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (618) 871-2669

Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (618) 871-2669

Endorsement

Kaitlyn Wilson

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor , MA, LPC, LCPC

I recently connected with Cara and immediately noticed her compassion and warmth. She is knowledgable, thoughtful, and intentional in her work, creating a supportive and safe space for her clients. I would confidently recommend her!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Eclectic
Family / Marital
Feminist
Gottman Method
Relational

My commitment is to help you navigate life and relationships when they feel unsteady or turned upside down and move forward in a way that feels meaningful and fulfilling to you.

Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (618) 871-2669

My commitment is to help you navigate life and relationships when they feel unsteady or turned upside down and move forward in a way that feels meaningful and fulfilling to you.

Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (618) 871-2669

Location

Primary Location

100 N. Main St, Second Floor, Suite 12

Edwardsville, IL 62025

(618) 871-2669

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Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Madison

Zips

I help women and couples who feel lonely and disconnected reconnect with themselves and with each other.

Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (618) 871-2669

I help women and couples who feel lonely and disconnected reconnect with themselves and with each other.

Novara Intimacy | Relationship Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (618) 871-2669

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