Joey Flom
"“Own your path, step into the present”

You deserve a safe environment to grow, process, and see real progress
Joey creates an inviting, non-judgmental, and practical environment for clients seeking meaningful change. Recognizing that external achievements can often mask internal struggles, Joey helps individuals navigate anxiety, addiction, emotional dysregulation, and major life transitions. He meets clients where they are, blending actionable skill-building with deep empathy to help clients regain agency and purpose.
Areas of Clinical Specialty
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Mood & Anxiety Regulation: Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to disrupt cyclical negative thought patterns and manage panic.
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Addiction & Behavioral Change: Taking a compassionate, holistic approach to identify underlying root causes and unmet needs rather than focusing solely on symptoms.
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Men’s Mental Health: Processing male-specific emotional challenges, exploring healthy masculinity, and creating room to feel and heal.
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Life Transitions & Feeling Stuck: Providing structured support for young adults, college students, corporate professionals, and new Chicago residents experiencing major identity shifts or imposter syndrome.
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Mindfulness-Based Therapy: Blending elements of Buddhist philosophy with practical grounding exercises, walking meditations, and reframing tools to cultivate present-moment awareness.
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LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care: Offering identity-affirming support focused on building resilience, pride, and self-advocacy.
Therapeutic Approach
Joey’s practice is grounded in a relational, integrative framework that balances self-reflection with tangible tools. He views each client as multifaceted and adapts his toolkit to their unique goals—offering practical strategies like grounding techniques, cognitive reframing, and behavioral exercises. Joey works collaboratively with clients to build a brave, transparent space where vulnerability leads to lasting growth.
Education & Background
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M.A. candidate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling – DePaul University (Chicago, IL)
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B.A. in Psychology & Media Studies, minor in Criminology – University of Denver (2024)
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Clinical Status: Registered Therapist Intern pursuing License as a Professional Counselor (LPC), practicing under direct clinical supervision.
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Experience: Background working with young adults, children on the autism spectrum, international students, and community outreach.