Patrick Sterk
Counselor (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Chicago, IL 60618
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Life can be hard, and change isn’t easy; if it was, we would have done it already. In my experience, change and personal growth come with guidance and training as well as support and understanding. That is what I can offer to anyone that would like to work with me. The main focus of my work is with individuals in the kink and poly communities, as well as individuals diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). I also work frequently with LGBTQIA clients and people experiencing anxiety, depression, and personal and career stress.
I am a member of Chicago Kink and Poly Aware Therapists (KPACT) as well as several similar national organizations. As a member of the kink and poly communities myself, I have experienced the confusion, shame, doubt, and anxiety that comes with the process of self-discovery.
I can’t promise unlimited wisdom and all of the answers, though I can provide an abundance of patience, empathy, support, and encouragement. We all have our own journey to walk, but I would be honored for the opportunity to walk alongside you and share in your discoveries. Please feel free to reach out to me to set up an introductory meeting.
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Finances
Fees
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
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Patrick Sterk
Counselor
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180.015960 Patrick Sterk
- Membership with Chicago Kink and Poly Aware Therapists (KPACT)
- Attended DePaul University, M.Ed. Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2021
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Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Polyamory/Consensual Non-Monogamy
- Kink
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex Therapy
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
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Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Strength-Based
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