Start Your Second Story with affirming, culturally competent support. We specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate identity, relationships, and anxiety in the vibrant Edgewater and Andersonville neighborhoods.
Quick Contact Information
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Address: 655 W Irving Park Rd, Suite 204, Chicago, IL 60613
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Phone: (773) 528-1777
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In-Network Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
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Request Appointment: [Schedule Your First Appointment]
Edgewater Counseling and Therapy Chicago
Navigating Identity and Change in Edgewater (60660)
Edgewater (zip code 60660) is known for its strong community, historic architecture, and its powerful role as a safe, affirming space for Chicago’s LGBTQ+ residents, particularly in Andersonville. Living near the lakefront and in such a dynamic area brings unique pressures: managing career demands, navigating complex identities, and dealing with the perpetual stress of Chicago living.
At 2nd Story Counseling, we provide therapy that is explicitly LGBTQ+ affirming and deeply attuned to the specific needs of this community. We are experts in helping individuals and couples navigate identity exploration, relationship anxiety, and managing the intense pace of city life. Though our main office is located nearby in Lakeview, we are deeply committed to serving the entire Edgewater and Andersonville community, offering both convenient in-person sessions and flexible Telehealth options for our neighbors in 60660.
How To Get Here: Directions from Edgewater to Our Office
Our office is located at 655 W Irving Park Rd, offering a direct and simple commute just south of the Edgewater border.
🚇 By Public Transportation (CTA)
We are easily reached using the CTA Red Line, which runs directly through Edgewater:
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CTA Red Line: This is the most direct route. From the Bryn Mawr, Thorndale, Granville, or Berwyn stops, take the Red Line southbound just a few stops to the Sheridan stop. Our office is a short 7-10 minute walk west from the Sheridan stop.
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Bus Routes:
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#36 (Broadway): Runs directly from Andersonville south toward our area.
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#151 (Sheridan): Connects the entire lakefront, with stops close to our office.
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🚗 By Car & Parking Information
The drive from Edgewater is typically short, primarily following Sheridan Road or Broadway south:
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Route: From the heart of Edgewater, travel south on Broadway or Sheridan Road until you reach Irving Park Road.
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Parking: Street parking is available near our office, but it often requires metered payment or a City of Chicago Residential Permit (Zone 383). Please allow extra time before your appointment to secure a spot.
🗺️ Need Assistance?
Use the link below to get directions directly from your location, or call our office if you have any trouble finding us!
Specialized Services for the Edgewater Community
We offer evidence-based therapy that addresses the core needs of Edgewater and Andersonville residents, with a strong focus on identity and relationships.
| Service Focus | What We Offer | Therapy Type |
| LGBTQ+ & Identity Therapy | Explicitly affirming support for coming out, gender exploration, transition support, and minority stress. | LGBTQ+ Therapist Andersonville |
| Grief and Loss | Support for people experiencing significant loss, such as the death or a loved one; family, people and pets. | Edgewater Grief Counseling |
| Anxiety & Urban Stress | Focused treatment for career stress, financial pressure, and generalized anxiety stemming from living in a high-density urban environment. | Anxiety therapist 60660 |
| Trauma & PTSD Treatment | Advanced therapies like EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT for healing complex trauma and past adverse experiences. | Trauma therapy Edgewater |
| Career & Life Transitions | Compassionate support for navigating major changes in work, relocation stress, and shifting friend or family dynamics. | Life transition therapist |
Our Approach: Affirming, Integrative, and Local
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Affirming and Inclusive Care is Our Standard: We provide an explicitly safe, LGBTQ+ affirming, and culturally informed environment for all clients. We prioritize working with the diverse fabric of the Edgewater and Andersonville communities, ensuring every story is heard without judgment. Our team includes therapists who specialize in these areas.
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Clinical Excellence That Gets Results: Our clinicians are trained experts in evidence-based, integrative therapy, using methods like CBT and Psychodynamic approaches. This comprehensive strategy ensures we address both immediate symptoms and the root causes of your challenges.
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Convenient North Side Location: We offer flexible scheduling with both convenient in-person appointments at our Lakeview office and secure, HIPAA-compliant Telehealth sessions (virtual), allowing you to prioritize your mental health without the stress of Chicago traffic.
Ready to Begin? Your Questions Answered.
Q: Do you offer a sliding scale or accept my insurance? A: We are proudly in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO. We reserve limited sliding scale slots to ensure access to care for our neighbors in the Edgewater, Andersonville, and surrounding North Side areas.
Q: What is the first step in scheduling a session? A: Click the button below or call our care coordinator. We will match you with a therapist who specializes in your core concerns (e.g., identity exploration, relationship conflict, or anxiety) and is trained to help you navigate your journey.
Q: Can I see a therapist online? A: Yes, we offer secure, HIPAA-compliant video counseling for all clients, perfect for days when you prefer to stay home in Edgewater. See our virtual therapist page.
Meet Our Therapists Serving the Edgewater Community
Stop by our Chicago Edgewater Area Therapists and Counselors page to learn more about the backgrounds and bios of the different helping professionals. Which one most speaks to your needs?
Don’t wait to start the next chapter. Contact 2nd Story Counseling today.
Testimonials
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2nd Story Counseling, Lakeview Office 655 W Irving Park Rd, Suite 204 Chicago, IL 60613 [See us on Google Maps]
Services: Individual Therapy, Couples Counseling, Trauma Treatment, CBT, DBT, LGBTQ+ Therapy, Grief Counseling. Serving: Edgewater, Andersonville, Uptown, Ravenswood, and Lakeview.