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Worried That You Are Binge Eating?

March 17, 2018 2SC Staff

Binge Eating Info for People in Chicago By: John Linger As a Chicago therapist, I have seen clients who, at times, have expressed concern about their tendency to use food as a coping mechanism when […]

Are You a Perfectionist?

March 5, 2018 2SC Staff

Are you a perfectionist in Chicago? Perfectionism consists of leaning toward high standards and expectations that are extremely difficult to reach or simply cannot be met. When captured by perfectionism anything short of perfect is […]

Summer in Chicago and Mental Health

June 4, 2017 2SC Staff

By: John Lingner, LCSW The weather is glorious (most of the time), there’s suddenly a million things to do around the city, and it feels like the population has doubled now that everyone can finally […]

Summer: A Season People in Chicago Embrace

May 9, 2016 2SC Staff

By: Greg Harms, LCPC, CADC It may be a little premature to start thinking about summer in Chicago, but the weather has started to finally move towards warmer temperatures. Every year numerous blogs and other […]

10 Quick Ways to Reduce Stress for Chicago

February 26, 2016 2SC Staff

Reduce Stress Chicago By: Deb Klecha There is no doubt that we live in a hectic and often stressful world. We have many—often competing—obligations. Everything has an associated start time, and, if you live in […]

Mind Body Connection to Health

February 1, 2016 2SC Staff

The Importance of Knowing About Mind Body Connections By: Alexandra DeWoskin Anxiety, alienation, hopelessness, depression, anger, fear, love, serenity, and optimism are not just feelings. All are physiological states that affect our health just as […]

The Wellness Balancing Act – How Balanced Are You?

January 11, 2016 2SC Staff

The Wellness Balancing Act – Are You Balanced? Dr. Tyler Fortman Have you ever felt tired, inefficient, or like things were “just off”? Maybe you even went to your physician and were told that you […]

25 Mindful Thoughts to Boost Self-Esteem!

December 14, 2015 2SC Staff

Boost Self-Esteem By: Alexandra DeWoskin, MSW, LCSW Here are some simple thoughts on self esteem and self-worth. We spend so much time and energy seeking out external validation in an effort to define our self-worth. […]