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Why Men Don’t Go to Therapy — And Why That’s Changing in Chicago

June 1, 2026 2SC Staff

By Brendan Wolter, MSW | 2nd Story Counseling, Chicago Let me be honest about something: as a therapist who works with men, I hear a version of the same story over and over. A guy […]

queer man coming out as part of relational therapy 2SC chicago

Relational Repair after “Coming Out”

June 1, 2026 2SC Staff

Coming out is often portrayed as a singular moment—a brave declaration that brings relief and authenticity. And while that can be true, the reality for many LGBTQ+ people is that coming out marks the beginning […]

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Situational Depression vs. Clinical Depression

June 1, 2026 2SC Staff

By Alexandra DeWoskin, LCSW | 2nd Story Counseling, Chicago You’ve been feeling low for weeks. Getting out of bed is harder than it should be. Things that used to feel enjoyable don’t interest you much […]