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Relationship and Marriage Counseling In Chicago

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Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Carissa Francisco, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, State of Illinois #178.016420

  

My mission is to collaborate with couples to teach more effective ways of communicating in order to help reduce conflict, and increase connection and intimacy. I have a strong desire to work with couples and individuals, who are healing from trauma, or who are experiencing other mental health issues. I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals, and couples,

addressing issues of gender identity, sexual orientation, and those in the polyamorous community.


I work from a Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral approach and also utilize Solution-Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Systemic Family Therapy. I strive to assist in minimizing the impact of depression, anxiety and distress, and collaborating with you to explore new coping styles to help improve the quality of your relationships and personal life.


My background is in working with children, couples, and families in the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. I have experience supporting individuals to address issues of abuse, neglect, sexual trauma, substance abuse, intimate partner violence, gender and identity issues, and interpersonal difficulties. I will work to understand your relationship by understanding you, as an individual, and your relationship with your partner or partners. 


Education: Carissa holds a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has completed a Certificate in Couple and Family Counseling from Northeastern Illinois University.


Specialties include:

• Adults Coping with Previous Trauma or Abuse

• Child, Adolescent & Family Therapy

• Clients in Distress or Crisis

• Conflict Resolution

• Depressive and Anxiety Disorders

• Gender and Sexual Identity Issues

• Grief and Loss

• Intimacy Issues

• Relationship Issues

• Young Adult Adjustment & Transition Issues


Accepted Insurance: 

 

  • BlueCross BlueShield - BlueChoice PPO
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Preferred PPO
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Blue Options/BlueChoice Options
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Participating Provider Organization
  • CIGNA Behavioral Health 
  • Sliding Scale offered


Schedule A Free Telephone Consultation
Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Emotional Support During COVID-19

Tips for Emotionally Supporting your Partner or Loved One During COVID-19


  • Offer to cook their favorite dinner for them one night this week
  • Write them a letter about why you are grateful for them during this time
  • Be curious of their day, giving your full attention, removing phones and screens
  • Surprise them with a home date night
  • Schedule a surprise video call with their family or friends
  • When you are the one doing the grocery run sneak in their favorite snack
  • Take the Love Languages Quiz with them 
  • Share appreciation 
  • Write them a poem
  • Do some chores or pick up around the house
  • Explore new indoor activities with them 
  • Have a movie night and let them pick the movie 
  • Make a movie or a short video with them 
  • Dance – All.  Night.  Long.  
  • Play their favorite board game
  • Encourage them to share their feelings with you
  • Ask them what they might need
  • Give a 45-second hug

 With the State of Illinois Shelter in Place Mandate / All In response to COVID-19, individuals may find it challenging to struggle to provide emotional support to their partners.


Our loved ones may be wafting through a range of emotions, grief, sadness, worry, anxiety, despair. 


Being on the sidelines of someone in distress can be heart-wrenching. We, in turn, may feel helpless, inept, incapable of supporting our loved ones. 


If a loved one is experiencing significant distress or you may feel unable to support their immediate needs, encourage them to seek professional help. 


If you are uncertain as to how to have that conversation, contact us, and we can provide tips or resources to support you. 


Questions? Send A Message

Conveniently Located in River North - Streeterville

 Speak with our relationship experts today.  All inquiries are strictly confidential. 

michael villarreal Relationship, Marriage Counseling, Individual Psychotherapy, Couples Counseling,

Michael Villarreal, Founder, LCPC

Michael Villarreal, Founder, LCPC

Michael Villarreal, Founder, LCPC

Specializes in:

Anxiety and Stress Management

Couples in Distress

Depressive and Mood Disorders

Discernment Counseling 

EMDR / PTSD/ Complex Trauma

Gender & Sexual Identity Issues

Infidelity 

Intimacy Issues & Sex Therapy

Premarital Counseling 

Relationship and Marriage Counseling

Michael Villarreal, Founder, LCPC

Michael Villarreal, Founder, LCPC

  







Our therapists receive specialized training, on an on-going basis,to provide the highest quality care with research-based workable solutions to improve the quality of your relationships and your overall well-being. 

Marriage Counseling During COVID-19

 Semillas Counseling PLLC now offers telehealth sessions to clients as an alternative 

to an in-office visit,  which can enable you to connect with our clinicians 

while reducing the risk of exposure to COVID-19 or further illness.  

Contact Us

Begin your journey today!

Relationship, Marriage Counseling, Individual Psychotherapy, Couples Counseling, River North Chicago

Christine Badger, LPC

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

 Specializes in:

Anxiety and Stress Management

Conflict Resolution 

Couples in Distress

Crisis Intervention

Depressive and Mood Disorders

Domestic Violence

Premarital Counseling 

Relationship and Marriage Counseling

Michele Baldasti, Relationship, Marriage Counseling, Individual Psychotherapy, Couples Counseling,

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

Specializes in:

Anxiety and Stress Management

Conflict Resolution 

Couples in Distress

Crisis Intervention

Depressive and Mood Disorders

Domestic Violence

Premarital Counseling 

Relationship and Marriage Counseling

Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Hamzah Beydoun, LPC

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Specializes in: 

Adults Coping with Trauma or Abuse

Child, Adolescent & Family Therapy

Clients in Distress or Crisis

Couples in Distress

Depressive and Anxiety Disorders

Grief and Loss

Relationship Issues

 Relationship and Marriage Counseling 

Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Specializes in: 

  Adults Coping with Trauma or Abuse

Anxiety & Stress Management 

Communication and Conflict Resolution

Child, Adolescent & Family Therapy

Depressive and Anxiety Disorders

 Self-Esteem Development

Stress Management

Trauma/Abuse


Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Carissa Francisco, LPC

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Carissa Francisco, LPC

Specialties Include:

 Adults Coping with Trauma or Abuse

Child, Adolescent & Family Therapy Clients in Distress or Crisis

Couples in Distress

Depressive & Anxiety Disorders

Grief and Loss

Relationship Issues

Relationship and Marriage Counseling  

Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Briar Gartner, LCSW

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Carissa Francisco, LPC

Specializes in:

Anxiety and Stress Management

Conflict Resolution 

Couples in Distress

Crisis Intervention

Depressive and Mood Disorders

Domestic Violence

Premarital Counseling 

Relationship and Marriage Counseling

michael villarreal Beat depression, anger issues, therapy, relationship advice, Chicago, River North

Alex Lutz, Counseling Intern

Nathan Robbel, Counseling Intern

Alex Lutz, Counseling Intern

 Specializes in:

Depression and Anxiety Disorders

Adults Coping with Trauma or Abuse 

Relationship Issues 

Young Adult Adjustment & Transition Issues 

Anger Management/Coping Skills 

Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Anna Lyman, LCPC

Nathan Robbel, Counseling Intern

Alex Lutz, Counseling Intern

 Specializes in: 

Anxiety & Depressive Disorders

Life Transitions

Millennials and Emerging Adults

Relationship Problems

Self-Esteem Development

Stress Management

Trauma/Abuse

Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Nathan Robbel, Counseling Intern

Nathan Robbel, Counseling Intern

Offering Secure Telehealth Sessions

Specializes in: 

Adults Coping with Trauma or Abuse

Child, Adolescent & Family Therapy

Clients in Distress or Crisis

Depression and Anxiety Disorders

Grief and Loss

Millennials and Emerging Adults

Relationship Issues

michael villarreal Beat depression, anger issues, therapy, relationship advice, Chicago, River North

Offering Secure Telehealth Sessions

Offering Secure Telehealth Sessions

Offering Secure Telehealth Sessions

HIPAA Compliant 


Secure Telehealth Video 

and Phone Sessions


Connect with your therapist 

from the comfort of your home


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773 789-9775


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