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Austin, Texas

Austin, Texas

Therapy in the South Loop | Chicago, IL

Austin, Texas

Austin, Texas

You've probably been putting this off for a while. That's okay.

Life in the South Loop moves fast. And when you're keeping up with everything on the outside, it's easy to let what's happening on the inside go unaddressed.

Maybe you've been more anxious lately. Harder to sleep. Harder to focus. Or maybe you're dealing with something deeper.... grief, trauma, or a version of yourself you don't quite recognize anymore.

Parents, if your teen is struggling with school pressure, friendships, identity, or emotions they don't have words for yet, that matters too. You don't have to figure it out alone

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Our Chicago office is close. Getting there from the South Loop is straightforward and easy, and we know your time is limited. If coming in isn't an option, online therapy is available throughout Illinois.

What you get either way is the same: a therapist who listens, understands where you're coming from, and works with you — not just at you.

Getting Started Is Simple

Reach out and let us know what's going on. We'll help you find the right therapist and get you scheduled. The first step is just a conversation.

No commitment. No pressure. We're here when you're ready.

Therapists near the South Loop in Chicago, IL 

Megan Bryk LCSW

Strength-focused therapist partnering with you to dig deeper and create meaningful change 

Megan's Specialties 

  • Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain

  • ADHD

  • Autism

  • Anxiety

  • Body Image

  • Depression

  • Relationship Issues

  • Life Transitions and Stress Management​​​

📍 In-person therapy in Chicago, IL

💻 Teletherapy: Illinois, Texas, Indiana

👥 Ages: Teens through Adults

Adam Scartozzi, MA, LCPC

Collaborative therapist helping you develop a flexible, resilient, and kind mind through lighthearted, thoughtful dialogue

​Adam's Specialties

  • Anxiety

  • ADHD

  • Anger Management

  • Cultural and Racial Concerns

  • Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain

  • Physical Disability

  • Men's Issues

  • Depression

  • Relational Concerns​

💻 Teletherapy: Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Florida

👥 Ages: Adults

Julie Gruca

Action-oriented therapist guiding you to break free from anxiety and build a fulfilling future

Julie's Specialties

  • Anxiety

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • ERP

  • Body Image

  • Depression

  • Social Phobias/Social Anxiety

  • Women's Issues

  • Life Transitions and Stress Management

  • Relationship Issues​

📍 In-person therapy in Chicago, IL

💻 Teletherapy: Illinois

👥 Ages: Teens through Adults

Dr. Beth Marnix

Warm, collaborative psychologist connecting past experiences to present healing through a focus on a strong therapeutic relationship

​Dr. Beth's Specialties

  • Family of Origin Issues

  • Trauma and PTSD

  • EMDR

  • Anxiety

  • Women's Issues

  • Life Transitions and Stress Management

  • Relationship Issues​​

💻 Teletherapy: Illinois, Indiana, Texas, and residents of PSYPACT states

👥 Ages: Adults

Rian Richardson

Empowering therapist helping you live your authentic life through cultivating  'main character energy'

​Rian's Specialties

  • Anxiety

  • Anger Management

  • Body Image

  • Cultural and Racial Concerns

  • Depression

  • Gender & Sexual Identity Exploration

  • Grief and Loss

  • Life Transitions and Stress Management

  • Relationship Issues​​​​​​​

📍 In-person therapy in Chicago, IL

💻 Teletherapy: Illinois, Texas

👥 Ages: Teens through Adults

Our Office

30 N Michigan Ave Ste 515
Chicago, IL 60602

Office Hours

Monday - Thursday

9:00 AM - 7 :00 PM

Friday

9:00 AM - 4 :00 PM

By appointment only

Phone

Driving Directions

1. Head toward S State St

 

2. Turn left onto S Michigan Ave

3. Turn slight left into the 25 N Michigan Ave Parking Garage. McCormick Tribune Plaza and "the bean" will be on the left hand side. 

4. Our office is slightly further north at 30 N. Michigan Ave, on the left hand side. 

5. When you enter the building, check in with security staff. You will show a photo ID.  We are located on the 5th floor. The door to the suite is 515

Nearest Parking Garage

Millennium Garages - Grant Park North Garage


25 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60602

Take the First Step Today

You've probably been putting this off for a while. That's okay. Most people do.

When you're ready, even if you're not totally sure yet... reach out. We'll help you figure out the rest. Our team will match you with a therapist who understands what you're going through and knows how to help.

Prefer to talk it through first? Book a call with our Client Care Coordinator. No pressure, no commitment.

You deserve support that actually fits your life. Let's make that happen.

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30 N Michigan Ave Ste 515,

Chicago, Illinois 60602

1500 W 38th St Suite 32,

Austin, Texas 78731

Contact

FX: 1-888-356-8766

We acknowledge that the Chicago office of Bright Light Counseling Center is located on the unceded land of the Potawatomi, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Myaamia, Kaskaskia, Kickapoo, Ho-Chunk, and Peoria Nations. We also acknowledge that the Austin office of Bright Light Counseling Center is located on the unceded land of the Tonkawa, Coahuiltecan, Jumanos, Comanche, Lipan Apache, and Sana Nations.We pay our respects to the elders, past and present, of these Nations. We are grateful for the opportunity to work and live on this land.

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