Start Your Second Story and Find Your Balance in the Heart of Wrigleyville. We offer expert support for young professionals, executives, and Chicagoans navigating life on the North Side.
Finding Balance in the Energy of Wrigleyville
Life in Wrigleyville (zip code 60613) is vibrant, exciting, and often non-stop. While exhilarating, the relentless energy of the neighborhood—from game days and nightlife to career demands—can lead to stress, burnout, anxiety, and relationship turbulence.
At 2nd Story Counseling, we understand the specific pressures that come with living near one of Chicago’s most famous landmarks. Our Lakeview office is conveniently located just a short distance away, offering a calm, non-judgmental retreat where you can process stress, navigate dating, manage career anxiety, and strengthen your relationships away from the roar of the crowds.
We are committed to helping you thrive, not just survive, the pace of Wrigleyville life.
How To Get Here: Directions to Our Lakeview Office Near Wrigley Field
Our office is located at 655 W Irving Park Rd, easily accessible from the heart of Wrigleyville and surrounding areas like Lakeview and the Southport Corridor.
⚾️ By Public Transportation (CTA)
We are highly accessible via the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA):
- CTA Red Line: Exit at the Addison stop (for Wrigley Field) or the Sheridan stop.
- From the Addison stop, take the #80 Irving Park bus heading west, or it’s a short 15-minute walk north/west to our office.
- Bus Routes:
- #80 (Irving Park): The bus stops directly in front of or across the street from our building. This is the fastest connection from the main Wrigleyville area.
- #151 (Sheridan): This route has a stop within a short walking distance (3-5 minutes).
🚗 By Car & Parking Information
Driving to the office is manageable, but parking in the area can be competitive:
- Location: We are easily found on Irving Park Road, a major east-west thoroughfare. Look for us near the intersection of Broadway and Irving Park.
- Parking: Street parking is available, but is highly dependent on the time of day and often requires metered payment or a City of Chicago Residential Permit (Zone 383). Check signage carefully. Give yourself extra time to find a spot, especially during high-traffic times (game days).
Accessible Counseling & Therapy in Wrigleyville Nestled right in the heart of one of Chicago’s most energetic neighborhoods, our counseling services are built to fit seamlessly into the fast-paced lives of Wrigleyville residents. While many of our clients prefer the ultimate convenience of our secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform to skip the commute entirely, our physical offices remain highly accessible. If you prefer face-to-face sessions, we are just a quick trip away by rideshare or a simple hop on the CTA Red Line to the Addison station, making it effortless to loop your mental health care into your weekly routine.
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Specialized Support for Wrigleyville Residents
We offer evidence-based individual therapy that addresses the common mental health needs of individuals in the Wrigleyville area.
- Managing Stress & Anxiety: Specialized support for career stress, financial pressure, social anxiety, and generalized worry common among young Chicago professionals.
- LGBTQ Affirming: We offer affirming counseling and therapy that is designed to celebrate all parts of your life. See our near Wrigley LGBT therapy page.
- Trauma & PTSD: Utilizing advanced therapies like EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT for healing from past trauma.
- Life Transitions: Therapy for major life changes such as career shifts, relocations, new relationships, or returning to school.
- Advanced Modalities: We integrate proven methods like CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic approaches to ensure personalized, effective treatment.
A Dedicated Partner in Your Growth
- Integrative and Goal-Focused: Our clinicians specialize in integrative therapy, meaning we blend evidence-based techniques (like CBT and DBT) with relational and psychodynamic approaches to create a personalized, goal-focused treatment plan. We are not just here to listen; we are here to help you build practical tools for lasting change.
- Affirming and Non-Judgmental Space: We provide an explicitly safe, LGBTQ+ affirming, and non-judgmental environment for all clients, regardless of lifestyle, identity, or background.
- Flexibility for Busy Schedules: We offer flexible scheduling with both secure Telehealth sessions (perfect for busy days or game-day traffic) and in-person appointments at our easily accessible Lakeview office, giving you the options you need to prioritize your mental health.
LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
Navigate identity exploration, coming out, relationship dynamics, and systemic minority stress in a deeply affirming, supportive environment. We offer a dedicated, professional sanctuary tailored to the lived experiences of the North Side queer community.
CBT for Anxiety
Break free from persistent overthinking, generalized anxiety, and the internal pressure to perform flawlessly. Our structured Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps Wrigleyville professionals identify negative thought patterns, manage stress, and quiet a racing mind.
Grief & Loss Support
Navigate the heavy, complex, and unpredictable waves of bereavement, sudden loss, or major life transitions. We provide a gentle, compassionate space to process your pain, honor your unique timeline, and help you slowly rebuild a sense of meaning.
Men's Counseling
Address the unique societal pressures, professional challenges, and emotional expectations modern men face. Gain actionable, practical tools to manage high-stakes career burnout, navigate relationship dynamics, and build emotional resilience.
College Students & Young Adults
Manage the unique academic stresses, social adjustments, identity challenges, and career decisions that come with young adulthood. Build a resilient mental health toolkit to navigate life transitions and establish long-term independence confidently.
IFS Therapy
Explore your inner world using Internal Family Systems. Safely identify and heal protective, wounded, or anxious "parts" of your personality to resolve deep-seated inner conflicts, reduce emotional distress, and foster long-term personal harmony.
🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy Near Wrigleyville
You deserve a therapist who celebrates your authentic self. Our practice offers specialized support for queer, trans, and non-binary individuals dealing with coming out, relationship dynamics, family acceptance, or simply wanting mental health care that honors who you are.
♂️ Specialized Support for Gay Men
Whether you’re working through relationship issues, sexual health concerns, career stress, or the impacts of discrimination, our gay-affirmative therapists provide a judgment-free space to explore what matters most to you.
Frequently Asked Questions: Therapy in Wrigleyville, Chicago
⚾ Is your office close to Wrigleyville?
Our office is at 655 W. Irving Park Road, Suite 204, Chicago, IL 60613 — just a short distance from Wrigleyville in the heart of Lakeview. From the Addison Red Line stop, it’s a quick #80 Irving Park bus ride or a 15-minute walk. We also offer secure, HIPAA-compliant Telehealth sessions — especially handy on game days when parking and traffic are a nightmare.
😰 Can therapy help with the stress and anxiety of living in Wrigleyville?
Absolutely. The energy of Wrigleyville (60613) is exciting but can also be relentless — career pressure, social expectations, dating anxiety, and the constant buzz of the neighborhood all take a toll. Our therapists specialize in helping young professionals and North Side Chicagoans manage stress, overcome burnout, and build sustainable routines using approaches like CBT and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
🌈 Is 2nd Story Counseling LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes. We are an explicitly LGBTQ+ affirming practice. Our clinicians provide a non-judgmental, celebratory space for gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, queer, and questioning individuals. Whether you’re navigating coming out, relationship dynamics, family acceptance, or everyday mental health, you’ll find knowledgeable, affirming care here.
💔 Do you offer therapy for trauma and PTSD?
Yes. We provide advanced trauma-focused therapy including EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT for clients healing from complex or adverse past experiences. Our clinicians create a safe, structured environment to process what’s happened and move forward with greater stability and self-understanding.
💳 Do you accept insurance or offer a sliding scale?
We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and reserve a limited number of sliding-scale slots to ensure access to care for clients in Wrigleyville and the broader Lakeview area. Contact our care coordinator to learn more about what your plan covers and current availability.
📅 How do I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule a free 15-minute consultation online or call us at 773-528-1777. Our care coordinator will match you with a therapist based on your specific concerns — whether that’s dating anxiety, career burnout, grief, or relationship challenges — and find a time that works around your schedule.
💻 Can I do therapy online?
Yes. We offer secure, HIPAA-compliant Telehealth video sessions for all Illinois clients. Virtual therapy is especially popular with Wrigleyville residents on busy workdays, during Cubs season when the neighborhood is packed, or simply for the convenience of meeting from your own apartment.
🧠 What therapy approaches do you use?
Our clinicians use an integrative, goal-focused approach tailored to each person. Modalities include CBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), DBT, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, and trauma-focused treatment. We focus on practical, measurable change — not just insight.