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Rebecca W McCormic
She/they
Currently accepting new clients!
Are you feeling stuck in patterns or cycles that no longer work? Do you feel misunderstood by people in your life? Challenged by the limits of your brain or body when you have difficulty meeting expectations set by society? I am here to help! We can work together on processing experiences from your past, building healthy relationships with yourself and others, or strengthening a compassionate inner voice. The way I approach therapy is built around the idea that no one exists alone. The way we are now is a result of the relationships, experiences, and connections we've had throughout our lives.
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Sometimes this means our work will be focused on how experiences from your past are affecting you today. It can also look like us exploring your interactions with important folks in your life and identifying strengths and challenges. And occasionally we'll spend our time troubleshooting how to talk to yourself with compassion.
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It can be so difficult to tell if someone will be a good fit for you from a description. Feel free to reach out to schedule a 15 minute consultation call at no cost to you.
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Specialties and clinical interests
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Trauma and PTSD
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Sexual health
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Low self-worth
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Life Transitions
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Family conflict
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Painful relational patterns
Offering a liberating approach to clients who are
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LGBTQIA+
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Gender transitioning
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Women and girls
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Polyamorous
- Neurodivergent
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Body diverse
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Disabled
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BIPOC
Ariel K Gaines, PsyD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor
Doctor of Psychology
Master of Arts
Master of Arts
Bachelor of Arts
Professional Affiliations
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
The University of Chicago
Sarah Lawrence College​
American Psychological Association, Division 39: Psychoanalysis, Illinois Psychological Association, Kink & Polyam Aware Chicago Therapists, Intersex and Genderqueer Recognition Project