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Clara Donaldson
EdS, LCPC, CCTP, PMHC (she, her)
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30 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1415, Chicago, IL 60602
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Could you use a safe space to process a major life transition? Are you looking for guidance on improving your relationships? I see therapy as a valuable tool to reflect on life, unpack how you're feeling, and discover what changes you can make to be more satisfied. My therapeutic style tends to be a good fit for clients who identify as perfectionists, struggle with anxiety and uncertainty, or who are experiencing stress from significant phase of life changes like a new job, marriage, or having kids. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and Certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C).
I strive to cultivate a supportive and compassionate relationship with my clients while also encouraging growth and accountability. I utilize evidence-based techniques, including ACT and CBT, to help clients improve their mental health. I also draw from my experience as a couples counselor to assist clients in developing more satisfying relationships.
I received my EdS degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Loyola University Chicago and hold a degree in Violin Performance from Northwestern University. I started my private practice, Vivant Counseling & Psychotherapy, in 2022. Outside of the therapy room, I love taking walks with my pitbull Rosie, cooking pasta, and British crime dramas.
Call or Email Clara Donaldson now for a free 15 minute consultation - (773) 754-4630
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $155
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
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Clara Donaldson
EdS, LCPC, CCTP, PMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180.012902 Clara Donaldson
- In Practice for 8 Years
- License: LPC in the State of Minnesota 02760 / 2022
- Certificate from Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) 396110 / 2023
- Attended Loyola University, Ed.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2017
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Life Transitions
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Body Positivity
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Musician Mental Health
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Perinatal Mental Health
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Emotionally Focused
- Gottman Method
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
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Cities
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Neighborhoods
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Clara Donaldson
EdS, LCPC, CCTP, PMHC