Chicago Counseling Groups
Chronic Illness Support Group
Date: January 28th – March 4th, 2021
Time: Thursdays, 7-8 pm CT
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurances and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: Living with a chronic illness can present challenges in many realms of life – physical, psychological, professional, social and relational. Talking with others who have similar struggles can feel supportive and offer new ideas to overcome obstacles and increase quality of life and fulfillment.
For more information email Joe Flint, LCPC
Supporting a Chronically-Ill Loved One
Date: January 27th – March 3rd, 2021
Time: Wednesdays, 7-8 pm CT
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurance and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Description: When you have a close relationship with someone living with a chronic illness, you may be impacted by their struggles. Day to day functioning, such as important conversations, making plans, and sharing responsibilities can be challenging. This group is designed to support caregivers and others supporting those who are chronically ill. Group participants can expect to share their stories, increase their resilience, and gain effective coping skills.
For more information email Joe Flint, LCPC
Anxiety Support Group
Date: January 26th – March 2nd, 2021
Time: Tuesdays, 7-8 pm CT
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurance and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: Anxiety symptoms can present in different ways, including perfectionistic tendencies, the need to control situations, overanalyzing someone’s responses or behaviors, ruminating thinking patterns, and more. Anxiety can be episodic and specific, or it can be chronic and generalized. You may think you are alone, but you’re not.
For more information email Joe Flint, LCPC
Grieving the Loss of a Loved One During The Pandemic
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurances and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: During this unprecedented time, this grief support group offers a space where you can talk freely and without judgment about the loss of a loved one during the pandemic. During the weekly group session, you will also be able to find companionship from others who may understand what you are experiencing and develop coping strategies.
For more information email Joe Flint, LCPC
Men’s Support Group
Date/Time: This group is currently full.
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurance and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: TBD
Description: Men often get the message to “go it alone” and not bother others with their problems, which leads to greater isolation and not enough support. This group is for any man willing to challenge that outdated idea of masculinity.
For more information email Kevin Newhall, LCSW