2nd Story Counseling
  • Home
  • Specialties
    • Anxiety Counseling
    • Depression Treatment
    • Grief and Loss Counseling
    • Trauma & PTSD Counseling
    • Anger Management
    • Men’s Counseling
    • Women’s Counseling
    • Career Counseling
    • College Students & Young Adults
    • Teen Counseling
    • Quarter-Life Crisis Therapy in Chicago
    • Highly Sensitive Persons
  • Types of Therapy
    • Evidence-Based Approaches
    • CBT
    • ACT
    • DBT
    • SFT
    • ERP
    • Internal Family Systems
    • Mindfulness Therapy
    • Relational Therapy
    • Positive Psychology
    • Family Counseling
    • Virtual Therapy
  • LGBTQ+
  • About
    • Contact
    • Team
    • Careers / Join Our Team
    • Fees
    • Blog
    • Assessments
    • Areas Served
  • Begin My Second Story

LGBTQ+

LGBTQ+ counseling, mental health, relationships, identity, and personal growth. Explore articles from the therapists at 2nd Story Counseling on topics affecting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning individuals in Chicago and beyond. Our LGBTQ+ blog covers anxiety, depression, relationships, coming out, self-acceptance, life transitions, mindfulness, and emotional wellness through an affirming and inclusive lens.

gay otter chicago
LGBTQ+

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 […]
queer narcissism
LGBTQ+

Is Queer Narcissism REALLY a Thing?

November 24, 2025 2SC Staff
Is Queer Narcissism a Thing? Living authentically as a queer person requires courage, self-awareness, and often, a journey of self-discovery that can be both empowering and complex. In Chicago’s diverse LGBTQ+ community, from Andersonville to […]
bisexual therapist chicago
LGBTQ+

How Do I Tell My Girlfriend I’m Secretly Bi?

November 13, 2025 2SC Staff
old gay troll pride parade chicago
LGBTQ+

I Was Called an Old Troll at the Pride Parade!

November 12, 2025 2SC Staff
autigender defined
LGBTQ+

What Does Autigender Mean?

February 20, 2025 2SC Staff
Autigender: A Closer Look In recent years, the concept of autigender has become more visible as society broadens its understanding of gender diversity. As a psychologist, I believe it is essential to explore and explain […]
gay men choosing relational therapy in lakeview for happier life
LGBTQ+

Why Gay Men Are Choosing Relational Therapy

January 29, 2025 2SC Staff
For many gay men living in Chicago’s vibrant neighborhoods like Wrigleyville, the challenge isn’t finding connection—it’s finding connection that feels real. Hookup apps promise instant intimacy. The bar scene offers social belonging. Yet something essential […]
my son is gay need therapy
LGBTQ+

My Son Just Came Out as Gay – What Should I Do?

January 1, 2025 2SC Staff
My Son Is Gay and I Need Therapy When your son comes out as gay, it can be an emotional and pivotal moment for both of you. As a therapist based in Chicago specializing in […]
queer shame can be overcome through therapy
LGBTQ+

10 Tips For Finding LGBTQ Healthcare Providers

May 1, 2024 2SC Staff

Posts pagination

« 1 … 5 6 7 »

Need a LGBTQ Queer Therapist?

LGBT Therapist in Chicago

LGBTQ+ Focus

  • queer lgbt men going to CBT therapy in Chicago
    CBT for LGBTQ+ Identity and Anxiety in Chicago
    February 12, 2026
  • queer shame can be overcome through therapy
    10 Tips For Finding LGBTQ Healthcare Providers
    May 1, 2024
  • Social Anxiety Disorder
    Are Open Relationships a Good Idea?
    November 17, 2017
  • chicago gay hockey and sports
    From Heated Rivalry to Real Connection: Chicago’s Gay Sports Scene
    January 19, 2026
  • attractive man chicago on grindr looking for date
    Why Is Dating So Hard as a Gay Man in Chicago?
    January 9, 2026
Therapy Specialties
  • Anxiety Therapy
  • Depression Treatment
  • Grief & Loss Counseling
  • Trauma & PTSD Counseling
  • Men’s Counseling
  • Women’s Counseling
  • Life Transitions Counseling
Specialized Care & Approaches
  • Gay Men’s Therapy
  • Quarter-Life Crisis Therapy in Chicago
  • College Students & Young Adults
  • CBT Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Evidence-Based Approaches
  • LGBTQ+
  • Team
  • Our Approach
  • Blog
  • Areas Served
  • Fees
  • Contact
  • Website Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Notice

Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved|2nd Story Counseling Chicago, PLLC|Privacy Notice and Disclaimers

error: Content is protected !!