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Samara Silverman

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

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Available both in-person and online
Chicago, IL 60613
Hi, my name is Samara and I am Licensed Professional Counselor and practice Somatic therapy. I am in the process of earning my Somatic Experiencing Practitioner credentials. I’ve started my second year of a three year training (Intermediate 2) and I deeply enjoy integrating somatic therapy into my work with clients. I meet clients where they are at. My goal is that my clients feel heard, seen, and validated when coming to therapy. I am always actively learning and studying through Somatic work, continuing education classes, reading, and attending conferences. Whether talk therapy or Somatic, lets give you the space to explore.
Somatic therapy allows you to explore below the surface level of the nervous system. I’ve enjoyed integrating somatic therapy into sessions with my clients. Meeting people where they are is essential because we want to create safe spaces to discuss their concerns. Whether talk therapy or Somatic, lets give you the space to explore.
Somatic therapy can help release the stored energy that is stuck, recurrent, or rising to the surface. If interested in Somatic work, consent is key and asked constantly throughout sessions. If either talk therapy or Somatic interests you, please contact Astute.
Take the first step to help. Call or Samara Silverman now - (872) 217-9463

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Chicago, IL 60613

(872) 217-9463

Astute Counseling and Wellness

3001 North Southport Avenue

2nd Floor

Chicago, IL 60657 map

My website
I offer therapy in-person and virtual Monday-Friday.
I specialize in Somatic, Trauma and PTSD and Anxiety 
$190 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Samara Silverman
Let's Connect (872) 217-9463
Photo of Samara Silverman, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Chicago, IL 60613

(872) 217-9463

Astute Counseling and Wellness

3001 North Southport Avenue

2nd Floor

Chicago, IL 60657 map

My website
I offer therapy in-person and virtual Monday-Friday.
I specialize in Somatic, Trauma and PTSD and Anxiety 
$190 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Samara Silverman

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $190

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Student Resource
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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If your insurance provider is out-of-network, a $190 fee is due at the time of service. We can assist you in submitting claims to your provider for potential reimbursement. Please contact your insurer for details on your out-of-network behavioral health benefits.
Photo of Samara Silverman, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Samara Silverman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (872) 217-9463
"
If your insurance provider is out-of-network, a $190 fee is due at the time of service. We can assist you in submitting claims to your provider for potential reimbursement. Please contact your insurer for details on your out-of-network behavioral health benefits.
Photo of Samara Silverman, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Samara Silverman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (872) 217-9463

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Illinois / 178.015321 Samara Silverman
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended DePaul University, Masters, Graduated 2019
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from MHFA Instructor (Adult and Youth)
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I have over 6 years of experience in the mental health field helping and educating kids, teens, and adults. I have my LPC in IL. I'm a student of the Somatic Experiencing Professional Training Program, Intermediate II, seeking to complete the educational and related requirements of the program.
Photo of Samara Silverman, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Samara Silverman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (872) 217-9463
"
I have over 6 years of experience in the mental health field helping and educating kids, teens, and adults. I have my LPC in IL. I'm a student of the Somatic Experiencing Professional Training Program, Intermediate II, seeking to complete the educational and related requirements of the program.
Photo of Samara Silverman, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Samara Silverman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (872) 217-9463

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Somatic
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Cancer
  • Caregivers
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • Intellectual Disability
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
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Somatic therapy allows you to explore below the surface level of the nervous system. Unlike other traditional talk sessions, the client doesn't have to start with the core issue/trauma in the first session. Sessions can feel flexible. If interested in SE, clients can focus on wanting to work on coping skills, resourcing, the here and now, or what feels comfortable in the moment.
Photo of Samara Silverman, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Samara Silverman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (872) 217-9463
"
Somatic therapy allows you to explore below the surface level of the nervous system. Unlike other traditional talk sessions, the client doesn't have to start with the core issue/trauma in the first session. Sessions can feel flexible. If interested in SE, clients can focus on wanting to work on coping skills, resourcing, the here and now, or what feels comfortable in the moment.
Photo of Samara Silverman, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Samara Silverman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (872) 217-9463


Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Religion

Jewish

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Religion

Jewish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a mix of therapies in session including Somatic, CBT, solution-focused, and more. I am currently a student of Somatic Experiencing, where it is a body-centered approach. Somatic allows the body to participate in the session, help where talk therapy may feel stuck. Somatic can assist with trauma, anxiety, stress, and more. Somatic allows the person to show up as they are.
Photo of Samara Silverman, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Samara Silverman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (872) 217-9463
"
I use a mix of therapies in session including Somatic, CBT, solution-focused, and more. I am currently a student of Somatic Experiencing, where it is a body-centered approach. Somatic allows the body to participate in the session, help where talk therapy may feel stuck. Somatic can assist with trauma, anxiety, stress, and more. Somatic allows the person to show up as they are.
Photo of Samara Silverman, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Samara Silverman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (872) 217-9463

Location

Primary Location

Chicago, IL 60613

(872) 217-9463

Additional Location

Astute Counseling and Wellness

3001 North Southport Avenue

2nd Floor

Chicago, IL 60657

(872) 217-9463
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I offer therapy in-person and virtual Monday-Friday.
Photo of Samara Silverman, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Samara Silverman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (872) 217-9463
"
I offer therapy in-person and virtual Monday-Friday.
Photo of Samara Silverman, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Samara Silverman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (872) 217-9463