The Branch Collective

The Branch Collective E. M. Branch & Associates, Inc. "Branch" has grown into one of the premier behavioral health care companies in the Chicagoland area.

For over 12 years, Branch has provided culturally relevant clinical services to individuals, families, and groups.

As women’s history month comes to an end, our co-founder was presented with an amazing opportunity! Jasmika Cook, COO an...
03/29/2026

As women’s history month comes to an end, our co-founder was presented with an amazing opportunity! Jasmika Cook, COO and clinician here at EM Branch, visited Lavizzo Elementary to speak with students about what it means to be a therapist in private practice from a career standpoint. We are always honored and proud to serve our community and provide the next generation with guidance! Thank you Lavizzo Elementary for having us!

“It is the spirit that counts.” – Dr. Brenda T. Thompson 💚This week, we’re reminded that it’s not always about perfectio...
03/23/2026

“It is the spirit that counts.” – Dr. Brenda T. Thompson 💚

This week, we’re reminded that it’s not always about perfection, outcomes, or how things look on the outside… it’s about the spirit you bring to everything you do.

🌿 The effort you give
🌿 The heart you show
🌿 The resilience you carry

Even on the hard days, your spirit matters. It’s what keeps you going, growing, and showing up.

So today, lead with intention, stay grounded in who you are, and remember…
it’s your spirit that makes the difference. ✨

03/22/2026

Good morning✨ Let's do a 5-7-8 exercise with Belicia King, LPC
🌿 This is your Sunday Reminder: Take a moment to pause… and breathe. 💚

✨🌿 We’re Expanding to the South Loop! 🌿✨E.M. Branch & Associates is growing—and we’re excited to welcome you into our ne...
03/17/2026

✨🌿 We’re Expanding to the South Loop! 🌿✨

E.M. Branch & Associates is growing—and we’re excited to welcome you into our new South Loop location! This expansion reflects our continued commitment to providing accessible, compassionate, and culturally informed mental health care to our community. 💚

Join us for our Open House on April 2nd from 4PM–8PM to tour the space, meet our team, and learn more about the services we offer—including therapy, psychiatry, hypnotherapy, and holistic wellness.

At Branch, we provide a wide range of services for individuals, couples, families, and groups—creating safe, supportive spaces where healing and growth can happen.✨

🔗 Learn more: https://www.embranch.org/branch-south-loop

We can’t wait to welcome you into this new chapter of The Branch Effect. 🌿

03/17/2026

Sometimes the biggest victories are the quiet ones.
So today, we’re clapping for you.
👏 You made it through a hard week.
👏 You showed up even when it wasn’t easy.
👏 You passed the test.
👏 You kept going.
👏 You’re simply being you.
Sometimes encouragement looks as simple as a clap and a reminder that you’re doing better than you think.
So if no one has told you today…
We’re clapping for you. 👏💚

03/14/2026

If you could sit next to any celebrity on a plane, who would it be and why? 👀

Our team is weighing in with their picks! Now we want to hear from you…
Who would you sit next to?

✨ Now Forming: DBT Skills Group ✨Are you in your 20s and looking for tools to better manage emotions, behaviors, and imp...
03/12/2026

✨ Now Forming: DBT Skills Group ✨

Are you in your 20s and looking for tools to better manage emotions, behaviors, and impulses? Join our 10-week Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Group, designed to help you build practical strategies for navigating life’s challenges.

This closed group will meet weekly for two hours and focus on mindfulness and evidence-based skills training to support emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier decision-making.

If you’re ready to gain tools that can help you respond to life with greater balance and control, this group may be a great fit for you. 💚

📍 Hosted by E.M. Branch & Associates

📅 Mark your calendars for Friday! You won’t want to miss what’s coming next. 💚
03/11/2026

📅 Mark your calendars for Friday! You won’t want to miss what’s coming next. 💚

“The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.” – Ida B. WellsIda B. Wells reminds us that speaking t...
03/09/2026

“The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.” – Ida B. Wells

Ida B. Wells reminds us that speaking truth is an act of courage — and an act of empowerment. She used her voice to shed light on injustice and create space for change, even when it wasn’t easy.

Her legacy encourages women everywhere to own their stories, advocate for themselves, and trust the power of their voice. Healing often begins when we tell the truth — to ourselves and to the world.

This Women’s History Month, we celebrate women who choose courage, clarity, and compassion. 💚

🌸⏰ Spring Forward, Reset Your Mind ⏰🌸With Daylight Saving Time, spring break, and the start of a new season, it’s the pe...
03/08/2026

🌸⏰ Spring Forward, Reset Your Mind ⏰🌸

With Daylight Saving Time, spring break, and the start of a new season, it’s the perfect moment to pause and reset. Longer days remind us that growth and renewal are always possible.

🌿 Spring Cleaning for Your Mind & Life:
• Clear physical clutter in your space to help clear mental clutter.
• Adjust your sleep schedule as the clocks change—rest supports emotional balance.
• Take a break during spring break to recharge and step away from daily stress.
• Spend time outside and soak in the longer daylight hours.
• Reflect on what habits or stressors you want to leave behind this season.

Spring is a reminder that fresh starts are natural and necessary. Use this time to refocus, refresh your routines, and move into the new season with intention. 🌱

💚✨ Happy National Employee Appreciation Day! ✨💚Today we take a moment to celebrate the incredible team that makes the wo...
03/06/2026

💚✨ Happy National Employee Appreciation Day! ✨💚

Today we take a moment to celebrate the incredible team that makes the work at Branch possible every single day. Our therapists, staff, interns, and support team show up with compassion, dedication, and a commitment to helping others heal and grow.

The impact you make in the lives of individuals, families, and our community does not go unnoticed. Thank you for your passion, your care, and the heart you bring to this work.

We appreciate you today and every day! 👏

Want to speak with our incredible team? Contact us at www.EMBranch.org

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1987 W 111th Street
Chicago, IL
60643

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Tuesday 8:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 9pm
Thursday 8:30am - 9pm
Friday 8:30am - 9pm
Saturday 8:30am - 6pm

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