Start Your Second Story with Support tailored to the Avondale community. We offer experienced therapy for individuals, couples, and families navigating life transitions in the Northwest Side.
Quick Contact Information
- Address: 655 W Irving Park Rd, Suite 204, Chicago, IL 60613
- Phone: 773.528.1777
- In-Network Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Make Contact Form: [Schedule A Free 15-Minute Consultation]
Navigating Change and Community in Avondale
Avondale is a neighborhood defined by its rich history and its rapid evolution. Living in 60618—a community straddling tradition and a booming artistic scene—brings unique pressures: managing family dynamics, balancing work in the city, and dealing with the constant changes of the neighborhood.
At 2nd Story Counseling, we provide therapy that understands the particular rhythm of Avondale life. We are experts in helping individuals and couples navigate life transitions, work-life balance, and relationship challenges stemming from the fast-paced nature of Chicago. We also specialize in offering counseling to LGBTQ persons.
Though our office is just 15 minutes away in Lakeview, we are deeply committed to serving the Northwest Side, offering both convenient in-person sessions and flexible virtual counseling options for our Avondale neighbors.
How To Get Here: Directions from Avondale to Our Office
Our office is located at 655 W Irving Park Rd, offering a direct and simple commute from Avondale.
🚇 By Public Transportation (CTA)
We are easily reached via a simple transfer or direct bus route:
- CTA Blue Line Connection: If you are near the Belmont or Addison Blue Line stops, take the train eastbound. Transfer to the #80 (Irving Park) bus. The bus runs directly from the Blue Line to our office address.
- Bus Routes:
- #80 (Irving Park): This is the most direct route. The bus stops directly in front of or across the street from our building on Irving Park Road.
- #77 (Belmont): From the western edge of Avondale, take the #77 bus east and transfer to the #151 (Sheridan) or #36 (Broadway) buses for the final segment to our office.
🚗 By Car & Parking Information
The drive from Avondale is usually direct, primarily following major cross-streets:
- Route: From the heart of Avondale, travel east on Addison or Belmont, then north on Lake Shore Drive or east on Irving Park Road.
- 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!
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Specialized Services for the Avondale Community
We offer evidence-based therapy that addresses the core needs of Avondale residents, from young families to established professionals.
| Service Focus | What We Offer | Service Offered |
| LGBTQ Related | Support for people who identify as LGBTQ. Relationship challenges, self-esteem, work stress and trauma. LGBTQ affirming care that respects you and your life situation. | LGBTQ Focused Therapy |
| Stress & Burnout | Specialized focus on the pressures of a changing economy, career anxiety, and managing an active social life. | Therapy for professionals Avondale |
| Trauma & PTSD Treatment | Advanced therapies like EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT for healing complex trauma and adverse experiences. | Trauma therapist Chicago 60618 |
| Life Transitions & Grief | Compassionate support for navigating major life changes, including loss, relocation stress, and changes in career or identity. | Individual therapy Avondale |
| Advanced Modalities | We integrate proven methods like DBT (for emotional regulation) and IFS (Internal Family Systems) to ensure deep, lasting change. | DBT therapist 60618 |
Our Approach: Professionalism Meets Compassion
- Clinical Excellence You Can Trust: Our clinicians are not just listeners; they are trained experts in evidence-based, integrative therapy. This means we customize approaches like CBT and Psychodynamic methods specifically to your personal challenges, ensuring your time and investment lead to measurable growth.
- Affirming and Inclusive Care: We provide an explicitly safe, LGBTQ+ affirming, and culturally informed environment for all clients. We prioritize working with the diverse fabric of the Avondale community, ensuring every story is heard without judgment.
- Flexible Scheduling: We offer flexible scheduling with both convenient in-person appointments at our Lakeview office and secure, HIPAA-compliant Telehealth sessions, 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. We reserve limited sliding scale slots to ensure access to care for our neighbors in the Avondale and surrounding Northwest 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., family stress, grief, 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 Avondale.
Meet Our Therapists Serving the Avondale Community
Check out our Chicago Therapists page to see the bios and backgrounds of the various counselors with 2nd Story Counseling. [See our Chicago Counselors and Therapists Here].
Don’t wait to start the next chapter. Contact 2nd Story Counseling today.
[Schedule A Free 15-Minute Consultation]
2nd Story Counseling, Lakeview Office 655 W Irving Park Rd, Suite 204 Chicago, IL 60613 [Google Maps]
Services: Individual Therapy, Couples Counseling, Trauma Treatment, CBT, DBT, Family Counseling, Grief Counseling, Addictions. Serving: Avondale, Logan Square, Irving Park, Lakeview, and the Northwest Side.