Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C

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Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C (she, her)

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Chicago, IL 60601

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Many of my clients express a deep longing to be known, but a simultaneous fear of being seen for who they are. Maybe you wonder how you got here: monitoring every bite of food that goes into your mouth or constantly checking your body in the mirror. You may have a lot of external markers of success and most people would have no idea how lonely and overwhelmed you feel inside and how hard it feels to get through the day. Making peace with yourself and your body is a radical act in the context of a culture obsessed with weight, body size and dieting. I help people come home to themselves.

I work from a Health at Every Size (HAES) and body liberation framework, meaning that I believe all bodies are deeply worthy of compassionate and skilled care. I utilize a variety of evidence-based therapies, primarily Internal Family Systems (IFS), as well as DBT, ACT, and ERP.

With your permission, I will engage as a collaborator in helping you build a meaningful life and come home to your body. I believe humans are capable of great change with the right tools and support. Engaging in the hard work of self-discovery and behavior modification involves tremendous courage and I am passionate about allying with you in this process.

Call or Email Tori Cherry now for a free 15 minute consultation - (312) 561-9245

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Embodied Counseling

Chicago, IL 60601

(312) 561-9245

My website

I offer virtual therapy to anyone located in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, or Florida with availability Monday-Thursday.

I specialize in Eating Disorders, Body image issues and Young adults/emerging adulthood

$200 Per Session

I see individuals and families

Hi, I'm so glad that you're here! I find it so helpful to put a 'real, three-dimensional' person to a name and words on a screen.

Let's Connect (312) 561-9245

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Embodied Counseling

Chicago, IL 60601

(312) 561-9245

My website

I offer virtual therapy to anyone located in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, or Florida with availability Monday-Thursday.

I specialize in Eating Disorders, Body image issues and Young adults/emerging adulthood

$200 Per Session

I see individuals and families

Hi, I'm so glad that you're here! I find it so helpful to put a 'real, three-dimensional' person to a name and words on a screen.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I can support clients in understanding and utilizing their out-of-network insurance benefits if they choose to do so.

Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 561-9245

I can support clients in understanding and utilizing their out-of-network insurance benefits if they choose to do so.

Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 561-9245

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149022278 Tori Cherry

Education and Years In Practice

Attended University of Iowa School of Social Work, Masters in Social Work

Additional Credentials

Certificate from International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals' Certified Eating Disorder Specialist 2023

Certificate from Internal Family Systems Institute (IFSI) Level 2 Trained 2026

I'm a past fellow in the University of Chicago School of Social Work, where I received advanced training in ACT and DBT. I'm a Level 2 Trained IFS therapist and hold the Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Consultant (CEDS-C) designation from IAEDP.

Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 561-9245

Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 561-9245

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Eating Disorders
Body image issues
Young adults/emerging adulthood

Expertise

Anxiety
Bisexual
Body Image
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

Most of my clients experience some degree of distress and dissatisfaction with their relationship to food and body image, whether they have a formal eating disorder diagnosis or not, which is often connected to broader patterns of self-criticism and shame. I provide expert clinical care grounded in autonomy and respect for all bodies that supports your healing and self-understanding.

Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 561-9245

Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 561-9245

5 Endorsements

Julia Burke

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Tori is a wonderfully warm and knowledgeable therapist. She brings her passion and humor into her work for a wonder therapeutic environment.

Emem Itiat

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, QMHP

Tori is one of the most skilled and compassionate practitioners in her trade. Her knowledge and expertise exceeds expectation, and exudes passion. She offers empathic, client centered care that is straight forward, evidence based, and goal-oriented.

Laura Kearney

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

I've been fortunate to work with Tori in intensive outpatient & private practice treatment settings. Tori is very knowledgable, warm, authentic, and passionate about her work. For any eating/body image concerns I tell clients, "You should talk to Tori."

Abby Levin

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AM, LCSW

Tori is a truly dedicated, personable, and trustworthy therapist. I am grateful to know Tori and to have her as an ongoing referral source. She is very skilled and compassionate - I would recommend her fully!

Rose Metivier

Counselor, LCPC, NCC, DBT-C, CAMS-II

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Health at Every Size
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Intuitive Eating
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

My goal as a therapist is to provide a space in which you can begin to develop a healthy relationship with yourself, in order to improve your relationship with food, make peace with your body, and feel less anxious. Clients who work with me tend to feel more 'at home' in themselves and more connected in their relationships. You are capable of great change with the right tools and support.

Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 561-9245

Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 561-9245

Groups

Virtual eating disorder process group

Hosted by

Tori Cherry

A space where individuals with eating disorders can come together to feel understood, connected, and supported, because recovery happens in community! Oftentimes individuals with eating disorders feel lonely and isolated, and may not talk about their experiences due to fears of judgment, being misunderstood, or feeling evaluated or monitored. No formal diagnosis needed-if food or body stuff feels hard, you're welcome here! Open to individuals in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, and Florida. Begins 9/18.

Expertise

Eating Disorders

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$40-$50

Group Meets

Every Wed 6 P.M. - 7 P.M.

Location

Embodied Counseling

Chicago, IL 60613

Email Tori Cherry about this group or call - (312) 561-9245

Virtual modern loneliness group

Hosted by

Tori Cherry

Millennials and older Gen-Zers, in particular, are uniquely positioned to experience isolation, loneliness, and a desire for deeper and more meaningful relationships. Making and maintaining friends, once easy and automatic, now seems to require a level of time and flexibility that can feel out of reach. You may find yourself overthinking social interactions, craving intimacy that seems unavailable, and worrying about your social network’s future. Step into a space where others understand. We will focus on discussing, exploring and connecting through shared experiences, discovering creative ways of coping, and find meaning in our collective struggle.

Expertise

Anxiety

Depression

Peer Relationships

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$40-$50

Group Meets

Every Mon 12 P.M. - 1 P.M.

Location

Chicago, IL 60613

Email Tori Cherry about this group or call - (312) 561-9245

Location

Primary Location

Embodied Counseling

Chicago, IL 60601

(312) 561-9245

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Nearby Areas

Cities

Chicago, IL

Counties

Cook

Zips

Neighborhoods

I offer virtual therapy to anyone located in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, or Florida with availability Monday-Thursday.

Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C

Call for a free consultation now - (312) 561-9245

I offer virtual therapy to anyone located in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, or Florida with availability Monday-Thursday.

Tori Cherry

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C

Call for a free consultation now - (312) 561-9245

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