Transcend Counseling Chicago

02/18/2026

Thinking about starting therapy but not sure where to begin?

At Transcend Counseling Chicago, we offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can:
• Talk openly
• Learn tools to cope and grow
• Feel heard and understood

Starting therapy is a brave step—and you don’t have to have everything figured out first. We’ll meet you where you are.

Now accepting new clients. Schedule your first session through the link in our bio.

02/14/2026

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romantic love—it’s also about the relationship you have with yourself.

If this week brings up loneliness, comparison, grief, or pressure… you’re not broken. You’re human.

Practicing self-compassion means:
• Allowing yourself to feel what you feel
• Setting boundaries that protect your energy
• Asking for support when needed

Therapy can be a powerful space to explore self-worth, relationships, and emotional healing.

You deserve care—today and every day.
transcendchicago.com / 773-887-6447

02/08/2026

This Black History Month, Transcend Counseling Chicago honors the resilience, brilliance, and contributions of Black individuals—past, present, and future.

We recognize the deep impact of systemic oppression on mental health, and we remain committed to providing culturally responsive, affirming care. We believe healing is not only personal—it’s collective.

Today and always, we celebrate Black voices, Black stories, and Black healing. 🖤✊🏾

02/06/2026

Let’s clear something up 👇

Myth: “I should be able to handle this on my own.”
Truth: Humans aren’t wired to heal alone. Support is a strength—not a weakness.

Therapy can help with:
✔ Anxiety & stress
✔ Relationship challenges
✔ Life transitions
✔ Burnout & overwhelm

You don’t need to wait until things feel unbearable to reach out. Growth can start right where you are.

Curious if therapy is right for you? Let’s talk. 773-887-6447

02/05/2026

✨ We’re hiring! ✨

Transcend Counseling Chicago is looking for passionate therapists to join our growing team. If you’re committed to meaningful, client-centered work in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Visit our website to view open positions and full job descriptions.

02/03/2026

Winter can quietly take a toll on our mental health—low energy, isolation, burnout, and mood changes are more common than we realize.

A quick check-in to ask yourself:
• How’s my sleep lately?
• Am I feeling more withdrawn than usual?
• Do I feel overwhelmed or emotionally numb?

Therapy isn’t just for crisis moments—it’s a space for reflection, growth, and support at any stage. If winter feels heavier this year, you don’t have to carry it alone.

💙 Transcend Counseling Chicago is here when you’re ready.

Book a consultation through the link in our bio.

01/30/2026

01/19/2026

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and all those who marched beside him. We are inspired by their commitment to justice, dignity, and compassion.

At our practice, we believe mental health care is part of this legacy—supporting healing, equity, and the well-being of all communities.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year!

We disappeared into the void for a minute, but it was for character development.

Now we’re back with more mental health content, more practical coping tools, and more reminders that being human is complicated and you’re not doing it wrong.

Glad you’re here.

12/30/2025

The post-holiday crash you’re feeling is real.

When the decorations start coming down and the calendar finally quiets, your mind and body can suddenly realize how much they’ve been holding.

Social energy, family dynamics, travel, money stress, and disrupted routines add up, even if nothing went wrong.

Feeling tired, flat, or more emotional than usual after the holidays is a very human response to several intense weeks in a row.

One of the kindest things you can do for yourself right now is to simply name what’s happening.

Reminding yourself that post-holiday fatigue is normal can take some of the pressure off.

Instead of jumping straight into new goals or expecting yourself to be back at one hundred percent, it can help to let yourself decompress a little.

That might look like quieter evenings, fewer plans, or giving yourself permission to say no when your energy is already spoken for.

As you move through this holiday hangover, remember that your feelings are valid, your rest matters, and your resilience is real.

You’re allowed to ease back into your routine instead of snapping back.

If you’d like some extra space to process this season or start the new year feeling more grounded, you can learn more about our therapists or submit a clinician request at transcendchicago.com/our-team so you don’t have to sort through everything alone.

12/29/2025

The holidays can make you feel like you have to prove something or like your worth comes from how much you do, how happy you seem, or how well you fit into everyone’s expectations.

But the truth is, you’re the one who has carried yourself through every season of your life.

You’re still here, still growing, and still choosing yourself in big and small ways.

That counts for more than any perfect-looking holiday moment ever could.

Remember, your worth has never come from how easy you are for others.

It comes from being who you are, even in the moments when that feels complicated or tender.

Caring for yourself this season doesn’t have to be elaborate.

It might look like spending more time with people who make you feel understood, giving yourself permission to rest instead of filling every moment, or pausing throughout the day to remind yourself that you’re allowed to take up space.

Our team believes you don’t need to fix or perfect yourself for the holidays.

You’re already your best thing, even if you’re still healing, learning, and figuring things out.

Therapy can give you space to explore what this season brings up and help you move through it in a way that feels more grounded and aligned with who you are.

If you’re wanting a little more clarity or support this holiday season, you can reach out to connect with a clinician at transcendchicago.com/our-team and take the next step toward feeling more at ease.

12/28/2025

The holidays tend to come with a lot of uninvited guests like food guilt, body comments, and pressure to “make up for” what you eat.

Diet culture gets especially loud this time of year, and it can be even more intense if you’re already navigating disordered eating, recovery, or complicated feelings about your body.

If you’ve ever caught yourself judging what’s on your plate or feeling like you have to “earn” certain foods, you’re not alone.

But holiday food isn’t a moral test.

There’s nothing about a cookie, a second helping, or a special dessert that makes you a better or worse person.

Words like “good” and “bad” food usually come from diet culture, not from truth or care.

Eating something you enjoy isn’t a failure, and it doesn’t cancel out the work you’re doing to heal.

Your body still deserves enough food, rest, and kindness, even during a season that tells you to do the opposite.

Practicing food neutrality looks like gently naming those patterns and reminding yourself that your worth isn’t up for debate based on what you eat at a holiday table.

Your body doesn’t need to be fixed or perfected for the holidays.

You’re allowed to show up exactly as you are, to enjoy traditions if they feel good, skip them if they don’t, and choose what feels safest for you in this season.

Healing your relationship with food and your body is a process, and you deserve support that honors the full story of how you got here.

If this time of year feels heavy around food, body image, or family expectations, you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.

You can connect with a clinician or explore how we can support you at transcendchicago.com/our-team as you move through the holidays with more ease.