Brandon Vélez Ríos
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
333 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601
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| español Being able to assist people in creating a meaningful life, in recognizing what’s important for them and in overcoming adversity are some of the most fulfilling parts of therapy. Whether life transitions, identity concerns, interpersonal difficulties, or psychological disorders, therapy has a lot to offer for all people. I strive to co-create with you a space where you feel comfortable talking about those things we rarely tell other people. My therapeutic approach is modified depending on the person. I will usually walk you through the process of therapy, as for some it can be seen as intimidating and scary.
I tend to work from a collaborative approach where your strengths are recognized, and we try to build upon that foundation. Your foundation is created by all the diverse experiences you have gone through in life, meaning everyone has a unique lens through which they see their world.
For over 3 years I have provided services to people of all ages living with HIV and other chronic health conditions. Other additional areas of clinical interest are mood disorders, anxiety disorders, geek therapy, sexual orientation and gender identity development, kinks and fetishes, and working with Latinx clients. I look forward to meeting you.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Brandon Vélez Ríos
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Corina Morgan (Illinois / 071010306) Brandon Vélez Ríos
- Attended Carlos Albizu University- San Juan Campus, PhD in Clinical Psychology
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (312) 883-8768
Brandon Vélez Ríos
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Kinks & Fetiches
- Lesbian
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
- Video Game Addiction
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (312) 883-8768
Brandon Vélez Ríos
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 883-8768
Brandon Vélez Ríos
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Location
Primary Location
Center Focused Therapy- Loop
333 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60601
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Additional Location
Center Focused Therapy- Lincoln Square
2334 West Lawrence Avenue
suite 221
Chicago, IL 60625
(312) 883-8768Nearby Areas
Cities
Counties
Neighborhoods
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Brandon Vélez Ríos
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD