How To Breathe Your Way Out of Anxiety

June 9, 2024 2SC Staff

Breathwork and Anxiety: A Closer Look Summer in Chicago can mean patio dining, beach days, and Ravinia. It can also mean panic at a movie in the park, claustrophobia on the L, and debilitating […]

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7 Ways Therapy for Perfectionism Works

June 1, 2024 2SC Staff

Therapy for Perfectionism Perfectionism, often celebrated in our society as a virtue, can paradoxically become a paralyzing barrier to happiness and success. As a practicing psychotherapist in Chicago, I have worked with many individuals grappling […]

7 Mental Health Benefits of Exercise

May 20, 2024 2SC Staff

Mental Health Benefits of Exercise In the bustling streets of Chicago’s North Side, amidst the energy of Wrigley Field and the crowds of the Southport Corridor, lies a silent but powerful ally in the battle […]

10 Common Cognitive Distortions

April 28, 2024 2SC Staff

What Is Revenge Procrastination?

April 20, 2024 2SC Staff

A Closer Look at Revenge Procrastination By: Alexandra DeWoskin, LCSW I need to give credit to one of my clients for this one. I pride myself in knowing most things psychology. But I didn’t know […]

How Therapy For Chronic Illness Boosts Mental Health

April 1, 2024 2SC Staff

Chronic Illness Therapy As a therapist practicing on the North Side of Chicago, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals grappling with a myriad of challenges. Among the most complex and profound experiences I […]

What Is Low Grade Depression and How Is It Treated?

March 10, 2024 2SC Staff

Low Grade Depression As a depression specialist in Chicago, I’ve encountered various forms and degrees of depression in my practice. One lesser-known but increasingly recognized form is low grade depression. Often misunderstood or overlooked, low […]

7 Ways Therapy Helps Boost Confidence

March 1, 2024 2SC Staff

How Therapy Boosts Confidence As a Chicago psychotherapist, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing countless transformations in the lives of my clients. One common thread that weaves through many of these transformations is the restoration […]