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Chicago Women's Health Center, 1025 W Sunnyside Avenue, Ste 201, Chicago, IL (2025)

11/18/2025

This we are taking the opportunity to highlight our Trans Health Services.

Are you or is someone you know interested in accessing affordable and comprehensive Trans Health services? At CWHC, we use an informed-consent approach for all of our trans health services. Our care is provided with an emphasis on preventative care, self-care, and health education.

Our Trans Health services currently include:
-Gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT, HRT) start + continuation
-Gender-affirming voice coaching
-Letters of support for gender-affirming care/surgeries
-Injection tutorials
-Trans-inclusive gynecology services + STI screenings
-Trans-inclusive Medication Abortions
-HRT Group Clinics

Clients with insurance, without insurance, and using self-pay are all welcome.

To schedule an appointment with us, call (773) 935-6126 Monday - Thursday, between 9am and 4pm. To learn more about our Trans Health Program, visit www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/trans-health.

[Image description: a text graphic on a light pink, light blue, and white gradient background representing the colors of the trans flag. At the top of the graphic is a ribbon made of the trans flag. Beneath the ribbon is blue text that reads, "Trans Health at C W H C." Beneath the blue text is bullet point list of services that are in the caption in dark grey text. At the bottom of the caption is the Chicago Women's Health Center logo which includes the name of the organization stacked in a square in white text.]

11/17/2025

Happening tomorrow evening: CWHC's first Ask a S*x Therapist workshop! Join CWHC volunteer and s*x therapist Layla Tahmassebi (they/them) for a workshop on practicing consensual non-monogamy (CNM)! This workshop will be held virtually over Zoom on Tuesday, November 18th from 6:00-7:30pm CT.

To register for this workshop, visit www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/events/ask-a-s*x-therapist. The intended audience for this workshop is individuals or couples who have limited experience with consensual non-monogamy.

Layla will tailor the workshop to registrants’ pre-submitted questions and can cover topics such as:
-Deciding if consensual non-monogamy (CNM) is for you/ your relationship
-Common benefits and challenges of CNM
-Types of CNM (open relationships, polyamory, solo polyamory, swinging, relationship anarchy)
-Advice on beginning to practice CNM

We are offering this workshop on a sliding scale from $75-$25. If you have questions about the sliding scale, please reach out to counselinginfo@chicagowomenshealthcenter.org. No one will be turned away based on ability to pay.

[Image description: A text graphic on a dark gray background with different shades of blue-green shapes in each corner. On top of the background graphics is a white square. Inside of the white square is the following text, "Ask a S*x Therapist: So, You Want to Open Your Relationship? " Beneath the workshop title is a horizontal teal line and then teal text that reads, "Tuesday, November 18th from 6 to 7:30 p m C T"]

11/13/2025

Join us on Saturday, December 13th, 2025, from 9:30am-12pm! During this 2.5-hour workshop held online, we'll focus on:

-The impact of menopause on bodies, minds, and relationships
-Research throughout history
-Challenging misinformation and considering treatment options
-Both self-care and community care

This workshop will be rooted in a feminist approach to menopause! We look forward to learning with you. Register at www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/menopause-workshop.

We are offering this workshop on a sliding scale from $120-$40. If you have any questions about the sliding scale and/or would like to discuss a payment plans, reach out to Scout Bratt, Outreach & Education Director at sb@chicagowomenshealthcenter.org. No one will be turned away based on ability to pay.

[Image description: a text graphic on a rusty orange background. White text reads, "Feminist Menopause Workshop" with each word stacked on top of the next. Each of the three title words are in a slightly different white font. Below the title are two horizontal white lines with illustrations of flames on either side. Below the lines is white text that reads, "a respectful, no bullsh * * educational conversation." The bottom of the graphic has a white banner with rusty orange text that reads, "Saturday, December 13th, 2 0 2 5 9 : 30 a m dash 12 p m C T Join us on Zoom !"]

11/11/2025

Dr. Sunny Swift is a psychologist who has started a monthly workshop series for q***r and trans people. The theme will differ by the month and the first one is about traveling as a q***r and/or trans person.

This upcoming workshop about Mad Pride and is free to attend. What is Mad Pride? It is a strength based, celebratory perspective of those who have what we might call “mental illness” and/or those who have used mental health services.

For more information, feel free to email drsunnyswift@gmail.com. Interested participants can register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Yu_i_MyJQw6FGSL4N5DBEQ

Dr. Sunny Swift is a white, q***r, Mad, neurodivergent, transgender person who uses any pronouns, predominately he/him. He has a background in clinical psychology as a licensed psychologist and also loves to travel! This workshop is scheduled for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

[Image description: Mad Pride Workshop Wednesday November 12th 2025 6pm CT/7pm ET 1 hour and 15 minutes Free Some Topics Include: Defining mad, madness, and mad pride Differing views on mental health care and mental illness Disability Lenses to madness Strength-based, celebratory lenses Queerness & Madness This is a Queer-Inclusive Event Anyone who has a relationship to the topic of madness is welcome to attend Contact of Dr. Sunny Swift (he/any) Licensed Psychologist drsunnyswift@gmail.com QR Code & Picture of Sunny at the bottom.]

11/10/2025

Join CWHC volunteer and s*x therapist Layla Tahmassebi (they/them) for a workshop on practicing consensual non-monogamy (CNM)! This workshop will be held virtually over Zoom on Tuesday, November 18th from 6:00-7:30pm CT.

To register for this workshop, visit www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/events/ask-a-s*x-therapist. The intended audience for this workshop is individuals or couples who have limited experience with consensual non-monogamy.

Layla will tailor the workshop to registrants’ pre-submitted questions and can cover topics such as:
-Deciding if consensual non-monogamy (CNM) is for you/ your relationship
-Common benefits and challenges of CNM
-Types of CNM (open relationships, polyamory, solo polyamory, swinging, relationship anarchy)
-Advice on beginning to practice CNM

We are offering this workshop on a sliding scale from $75-$25. If you have questions about the sliding scale, please reach out to counselinginfo@chicagowomenshealthcenter.org. No one will be turned away based on ability to pay.

[Image description: A text graphic on a dark gray background with different shades of blue-green shapes in each corner. On top of the background graphics is a white square. Inside of the white square is the following text, "Ask a S*x Therapist: So, You Want to Open Your Relationship? " Beneath the workshop title is a horizontal teal line and then teal text that reads, "Tuesday, November 18th from 6 to 7:30 p m C T"]

11/07/2025

We are overflowing with gratitude to PXM Fitness and their community members for their partnership and recent contribution to support CWHC.

Last month during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the incredible team at PXM Fitness hosted a lift-o-thon fundraiser. We are thrilled to share that participants, their communities, and PXM Fitness raised over $7,000 to support our work.

Are you interested in hosting a fundraiser for CWHC? Visit www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/giving to learn more about how to host your own event.

[Image description: two photos. The first photo is of a white board that lists information about the lift o thon. In the center is a section titled "Who are you lifting for?" in purple marker. Beneath the title are the names of people and family members that different lifters are competing in honor of. The names are written in different colors of marker. The second photo is of a staff person from P X M Fitness and a staff member from C W H C. They are standing at P X M Fitness in the gym behind a table with a branded C W H C tablecloth, flyers, a newsletter sign-up clipboard, and a poster about C W H C's services. Behind them is the corner of a room with many different pieces of exercise equipment on the floor and wall.]

11/04/2025

Last month, our Counseling Program started a 24-week BIPOC and Multiracial Process Group and the group is still accepting participants! Registration will remain open through January 15th. To learn more about this group opportunity or join the group, visit www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/bipoc-process-group.

The BIPOC and Multiracial Process Group takes place on Thursdays from 6-7:30pm CT. This is 24-week therapy group offers a supportive space for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and people who identify as multiracial to explore interpersonal patterns, practice communicating thoughts and feelings openly, and share and receive feedback.

This group is offered on a sliding scale of $60-15 per session, with no one turned away based on their ability to pay. Clients can bill insurance or use self pay. This group will be offered virtually. For any questions about payment or group information, please contact counselinginfo@chicagowomenshealthcenter.org.

[Image description: A text graphic on a dark gray background with different shades of blue-green shapes in each corner. On top of the background graphics is a white square. Inside of the white square is the following text, "Still accepting participants : BIPOC and Multiracial Process Group 24 dash weeks comma Thursdays from 6 dash 7 : 30 p m C T" Between each group title and their times the is a horizontal teal line.]

10/30/2025

October is . Remember, chest health is for everyone! Whether you have breast or chest tissue, regular self-exams and clinical exams are vital for early detection and peace of mind. At CWHC, we offer inclusive care for folks of all genders.

For more information about our services or to schedule an appointment, call our front desk at (773) 935-6126. We are open Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 4 pm.

*CWHC does not provide mammograms, but we can provide individualized referrals*

[Image description: The first post features a teal background with pink text inside white text boxes stating, “October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.” Two overlapping pink ribbons are below, followed by white text: “Chest exams are for everyone! If you have chest/breast tissue, chest exams can help monitor your chest health!” A white rectangle displays the CWHC logo and teal text: “CWHC provides chest/breast exams for folks of all genders! For more information about our services or to schedule an appointment, contact CWHC at 773-935-6126. Appointments are available Monday-Thursday, from 9 am-4 pm.” The second post on a white background shows two pink ribbons behind teal bubbles stating, “99% of folks diagnosed with breast/chest cancer survive with early detection. Early detection can include monthly self-exams and annual clinical exams for those 18 years old and older, and annual mammograms for those 40 years old or older. CWHC care providers can also provide individualized recommendations!” CWHC logo is in the bottom left. Below is small black text that reads, “Source: https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/early-detection-of-breast-cancer/]

10/29/2025

Join us on Saturday, December 13th, 2025, from 9:30am-12pm! During this 2.5-hour workshop held online, we'll focus on:

-The impact of menopause on bodies, minds, and relationships
-Research throughout history
-Challenging misinformation and considering treatment options
-Both self-care and community care

This workshop will be rooted in a feminist approach to menopause! We look forward to learning with you. Register at www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/menopause-workshop.

We are offering this workshop on a sliding scale from $40-$120. If you have any questions about the sliding scale and/or would like to discuss a payment plans, reach out to Scout Bratt, Outreach & Education Director at sb@chicagowomenshealthcenter.org. No one will be turned away based on ability to pay.

[Image description: a text graphic on a rusty orange background. White text reads, "Feminist Menopause Workshop" with each word stacked on top of the next. Each of the three title words are in a slightly different white font. Below the title are two horizontal white lines with illustrations of flames on either side. Below the lines is white text that reads, "a respectful, no bullsh * * educational conversation." The bottom of the graphic has a white banner with rusty orange text that reads, "Saturday, December 13th, 2 0 2 5 9 : 30 a m dash 12 p m C T Join us on Zoom !"]

10/27/2025

Join CWHC volunteer and s*x therapist Layla Tahmassebi (they/them) for a workshop on practicing consensual non-monogamy (CNM) for the first time! This workshop will be held virtually over Zoom on Tuesday, November 18th from 6:00-7:30pm CT.

To register for this workshop, visit www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/events/ask-a-s*x-therapist.

Layla will tailor the workshop to registrants’ pre-submitted questions and can cover topics such as:
-Deciding if consensual non-monogamy (CNM) is for you/ your relationship
-Common benefits and challenges of CNM
-Types of CNM (open relationships, polyamory, solo polyamory, swinging, relationship anarchy)
-Advice on beginning to practice CNM

We are offering this workshop on a sliding scale from $25-$75. If you have questions about the sliding scale, please reach out to counselinginfo@chicagowomenshealthcenter.org. No one will be turned away based on ability to pay.

[Image description: A text graphic on a dark gray background with different shades of blue-green shapes in each corner. On top of the background graphics is a white square. Inside of the white square is the following text, "Ask a S*x Therapist: So, You Want to Open Your Relationship? " Beneath the workshop title is a horizntal teal line and then teal text that reads, "Tuesday, November 18th fom 6 to 7:30 p m C T"]

10/23/2025

Join CWHC’s gender-affirming Voice Coach for a 6-part virtual group series on Tuesday evenings. This group series is designed to help participants develop a speaking voice that is healthy, confident, and better aligns with their identity.

To learn more and register, visit www.chiagowomenshealthcenter.org/voice-coaching.

Session dates: October 28th, November 4th, November 11th, November 18th, December 2nd, and December 9th

Typical topics that are included in the Aligning Voice with Identity series include:
-Vocal Confidence
-Pitch Modulation
-Vocal Obstacles from HRT
-Communicating Under Duress

Both levels are offered on a sliding scale of $240-$0 per person, or $40-0 per session. Participants are encouraged to pay where they can on the scale. No one will be turned away based on the ability to pay. For questions about payment or the content of the series, please contact us at transhealth@chicagowomenshealthcenter.org.

[Image description: a text graphic on a light blue background with a speech bubble that includes the non binary and trans flag colors: yellow, white, purple, black, light blue, light pink, and white. Inside of the bubble is light teal text with a dark teal outline that reads, "Aligning Voice with Identity." Below the speech bubble is grey text that reads, "Starting Tuesday, October 28th 6 - part virtual group series." Below the grey text is the C W H C logo. The logo includes the name "Chicago Women's Health Center" in dark grey and teal text with the four words stacked in a square.]

10/20/2025

Earlier this month, our Counseling Program started a 24-week BIPOC and Multiracial Process Group and the group is still accepting participants! Registration will remain open through January 15th. To learn more about this group opportunity or join the group, visit www.chicagowomenshealthcenter.org/bipoc-process-group.

The BIPOC and Multiracial Process Group takes place on Thursdays from 6-7:30pm CT. This is 24-week therapy group offers a supportive space for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and people who identify as multiracial to explore interpersonal patterns, practice communicating thoughts and feelings openly, and share and receive feedback.

This group is offered on a sliding scale of $60-15 per session, with no one turned away based on their ability to pay. Clients can bill insurance or use self pay. This group will be offered virtually. For any questions about payment or group information, please contact counselinginfo@chicagowomenshealthcenter.org.

[Image description: A text graphic on a dark gray background with different shades of blue-green shapes in each corner. On top of the background graphics is a white square. Inside of the white square is the following text, "Still accepting participants : BIPOC and Multiracial Process Group 24 dash weeks comma Thursdays from 6 dash 7 : 30 p m C T" Between each group title and their times the is a horizontal teal line.]

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