Authentically You Psychotherapy

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Authentically You Psychotherapy

Available in person in Oak Park, or virtually from anywhere in Illinois.

Personalized, compassionate, and inclusive therapy to support individuals through all stages of their reproductive and perinatal experiences through individual and group therapy.

01/15/2026

💫Get your FREE ticket to the Reimagine Virtual Summit.💫

I used to think 1:1 therapy was my only path.

But there are so many ways to do this work.

That’s why I’m speaking at REIMAGINE, a free 6-day summit for therapists, coaches, and healers doing business differently.

💬 I’m sharing: Power of Groups, a topic that I’m extremely passionate about!
🎙️ Other sessions include:
→ SEO + marketing w/ Amanda Buduris
→ Speaking for income w/ Dr. Dominique Pritchett
→ Nervous system + visibility w/ Nadia Sharís
→ Coaching ethically w/ Carly Hill

🎁 Upgrade to VIP: https://lenaya-crawford.mykajabi.com/a/2148214964/UjJzQja8 for tools, templates + speaker bonuses (CEs, consults, content!)

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🔗 also above in the bio!

01/13/2026

It’s chronic uncertainty.

Anticipatory grief.

And a body that’s always waiting for the next hit of news.

This experience deserves compassion, not minimization.

01/07/2026

If you’ve been carrying grief related to infertility, pregnancy after infertility, loss, or disrupted plans for building a family, you’re not alone.

You don’t have to explain or justify why it still hurts.

This is a place where that grief is understood.

01/05/2026

Choosing a therapist matters, and we’re thoughtful about who joins our team.

Our growing team at Authentically You Psychotherapy is made up of clinician trained in reproductive and perinatal mental health who care deeply about the people they serve.

With diverse specialties, shared values, and meaningful lived experience, we offer thoughtful, attuned therapy for those navigating fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and the many layers in between.

💫Booking is available on our website at aypsych.com
💫Delena and Milana are accepting new clients
💫In network with BCBS PPO plans or self-pay
💫In-person (Oak Park) and virtual appointments available

Swipe ➡️ to meet our team and learn more about each therapist.

12/31/2025

🫶🏽You don’t have to feel ready. Showing up as you are counts.

🫶🏽Mixed emotions aren’t a problem. Grief and hope can exist at the same time.

🫶🏽You’re allowed to take up space—even if you’re unsure what comes next.

12/26/2025

Gaaaah, I’m a contributing author!!!📖

I still can’t believe this is real. A full-circle moment and one I don’t take lightly. 🧡

The Trying Time is a guide for anyone navigating the deep, personal path of infertility, an area of work that’s incredibly close to my heart.

I’m honored to have contributed to Chapter 10: Coping with Loss and Grief, where we name what so often goes unrecognized: the quiet, layered grief of failed cycles, negative tests, and dreams put on hold.

This chapter holds space for grief that’s real and valid, even when it isn’t visible to others. I’m proud to be part of a book that says clearly: this loss matters.

The pictures here include a little more about what the chapter covers. Whether you’re trying to conceive, supporting a loved one, or seeking to understand the complexities of reproductive health, this book is an amazing resource from leading experts in the field of reproductive health.

Thank you Jessica for trusting me to be a part of this amazing guide, alongside so many other incredible contributors!

Purchase on Amazon: https://a.co/d/3HQuM6S

12/24/2025

❄️Happy holidays from all of us at Authentically You Psychotherapy!

This season can hold a lot. Sending compassion to you, exactly where you are.

12/22/2025

Meet the team behind Authentically You Psychotherapy 🤍

We’re a group of perinatal psychotherapists who support individuals through all stages of their reproductive and perinatal experiences.

Our work is grounded in deep clinical training and lived experience, along with the belief that you shouldn’t have to explain or justify your experience to feel supported.

✨Delena and Milana are accepting new clients
✨In-network with BCBS PPO plans
✨Private pay
✨Virtual and In-Person options available

Learn more about the team and book a 15-minute consultation at aypsych.com

12/18/2025

Showing up for conversations people don’t get to have out loud very often. Such a privilege. An honor.

Also, fidgets aren’t distractions. They’re anchors.

Regulation matters for both people in the room.

12/05/2025

Trying to conceive adds a layer of invisible weight to a season that already asks a lot of us.

You might be managing joy and heartbreak in the same hour, excusing yourself from rooms that feel too loud, or rehearsing answers to questions you wish no one would ask.

None of that means you’re doing anything wrong, it means this is hard.

Give yourself permission to protect your peace, notice the moments of comfort, and be held by people who understand the terrain you’re walking.

💫Saying no is a boundary
💫Leaving early or not attending at all is honoring your capacity, not letting people down
💫Limiting who knows about your TTC is protection, not secrecy
💫Removing yourself from triggering conversations is emotional safety, not avoidance

Your heart deserves nothing but gentleness this holiday season.🫶🏽

12/03/2025

OCD and anxiety don’t take breaks, especially during tender seasons like fertility treatments, pregnancy, or postpartum. For many people, these experiences can actually turn the volume up on symptoms.

Intrusive “what if” thoughts get louder. Doubts feel heavier. The pressure to make the “right” decision can feel overwhelming. And the shame that comes with thoughts you don’t feel safe saying out loud can be so isolating.

If this is your reality, please know this: you’re not overreacting, you’re not dramatic, and you’re certainly not alone.

This is why Milana is so passionate about supporting people who are navigating both OCD/anxiety and the emotional complexities of fertility and new motherhood. The overlap is real. The impact is real. And you deserve support from someone who truly understands the weight of it, both clinically and personally.

Your experience matters. Your feelings make sense. And healing is absolutely possible.

Book with Milana today: https://www.aypsych.com/milana-peharlcpc

Address

801 South Boulevard , Suite 6
Oak Park, IL
60302

Telephone

+17736759420

Website

http://aypsych.com/

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