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Clare Kimmis

Counseling Leap Therapy Chicago PLLC
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Borderline Personality,
In network with BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna, Aetna

Introduction

I take a warm, direct, and authentic approach to therapy. Building insight in clients is one of the most important parts of therapy. I am passionate about trauma work, as well as OCD work. I have significant experience with both and consider those my "specialties." Do you ever find yourself asking those relentless "what if" OCD questions? I can help with that. What about mental rumination? I can empathize. That being said, due to my work experience in community counseling, I have encountered a multitude of presentations and concerns. I also enjoy working with adolescents, relational concerns, and mood disorders. I specialize in complex trauma, conduct disorders, anxiety, mood disorders, and OCD. I tend to take a cognitive processing approach to trauma work, which helps clients build insight and overcome “stuck points” in their trauma narratives. I use a combination of cognitive behavioral strategies, somatic work (body-mind centered therapy), and exposure therapy. My therapeutic modality tends to be humanistic, contemporary, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioral. I often take a direct-authentic approach to therapy (and empathetic, don’t worry!). I love using humor to make our work together feel more comfortable and relational. I utilize observations to help clients gain necessary insight to incite change!

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Clare Kimmis accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Aetna

Pay out-of-pocket

Clare Kimmis has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

Telehealth

FAQ

Is Clare Kimmis accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Clare Kimmis is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Clare Kimmis also offers a free consultation.
Does Clare Kimmis offer telehealth appointments? Clare Kimmis does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Clare Kimmis specialize in? Clare Kimmis specializes in the following areas: Abandonment, Addiction, Agoraphobia, Alcohol Use, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Borderline Personality, Communication Issues, Coping Skills, Depression, Dissociation, Mindfulness, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Psychotic Disorders, Relationship Issues, Social Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, and Burnout.
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