man cruising on halsted street in boystown chicago and is gay

7 Tips for Gay Men When Cruising in Boystown: A Therapist’s Guide to Staying Safe and Connected

December 5, 2025 2SC Staff

As a gay therapist who’s practiced in Chicago for over two decades, I’ve heard countless stories about cruising in Boystown—some exhilarating, some disastrous, and many somewhere in between. Whether you’re new to the neighborhood or […]

Queer Affirming Therapy Explained Queer affirming therapy represents a fundamental shift in how mental health professionals approach working with LGBTQ+ individuals. Rather than viewing queer identities through a lens of pathology or something requiring correction, […]

Chicago skyline with guide to finding a therapist for anxiety and depression in 2026

How to Find a Therapist in Chicago for Anxiety and Depression (2026 Guide)

December 3, 2025 2SC Staff

Tips For Chicagoans Searching for an Anxiety and Depression Therapist Are you trying to figure out how to find a therapist in Chicago for anxiety and depression? If so, you are not alone. With a […]

lgbtq queer things to do in lincoln park chicago

5 Fun Things To Do For LGBTQ People in Lincoln Park

December 2, 2025 2SC Staff

As a therapist who works with people in the Lincoln Park area — and someone who loves this neighborhood on a personal level — I’m often reminding my LGBTQ+ and queer clients that connection, community, […]

What To Do If You’re Gay and Lonely In Chicago

December 1, 2025 2SC Staff

I Was Called a “Hot Otter” On The Street!

December 1, 2025 2SC Staff

“Gay Otter?” What on Earth? I never saw it coming. There I was, standing outside my therapy office in Lakeview, the hum of Chicago life all around me — dogs being walked, the smell of […]