by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | Oct 14, 2026 | Teen Therapy, Therapy, Therapy for Women
What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session in Chicago Your first therapy session is usually 50 to 60 minutes. You’ll talk with your therapist about what brought you in, your background, and your goals. You won’t be pushed to share more than you’re ready to, and...
by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | Jul 14, 2026 | Managing Stress, Panic Attacks, Therapy
Summer isn’t always the fresh start we expect—and that’s okay. Summer often arrives with the promise of slowing down. Longer days. Sunshine. Vacations. Time with family and friends. A chance to reset. It’s easy to assume this season should feel lighter. But if you’ve...
by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | May 19, 2026 | Depression, Grief, Managing Stress, Panic Attacks, Therapy
Every May, during Mental Health Awareness Month, conversations around therapy and emotional wellness become more visible. While that progress matters, there are still many misconceptions about therapy that prevent people from reaching out for support. At Marwil...
by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | Mar 11, 2026 | Teen Therapy
Teen mental health has become an increasingly important topic for parents, educators, and healthcare providers. Adolescence is a time of rapid emotional, social, and neurological development, and many teens struggle to navigate the pressures that come with school,...
by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | May 15, 2025 | Managing Stress, Therapy
When faced with a challenge or difficulty, it is normal to turn our focus towards solving that problem– in fact, it is one of many amazing things our brains do to help us tackle tasks. We dedicate energy to the problems we are facing so that we can move beyond them....
by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | Apr 23, 2025 | Managing Stress, Therapy
Spring cleaning isn’t just for tidying up our homes—it’s the perfect time to clear out our mental clutter, too. Perhaps you are finally tackling those piles of outgrown clothes and unread books, or getting around to repainting the kitchen. Whatever your spring...
by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | Feb 13, 2025 | Couples & Relationships
February is upon us, bringing with it the familiar pink-and-red depictions of romantic love. However, many of us know that romantic love is (thankfully) far more complicated than the romcoms might have us think. For decades, professionals have been using therapeutic...
by AFM | Dec 6, 2024 | Managing Stress
Request an Appointment Online! The holiday season is a time of joy, connection, and celebration- but for many, it’s also tis-the-season of stress. The pressure of hosting gatherings, attending family and friend events, and buying the perfect gift can turn...
by Fawn Cooney | Oct 23, 2024 | Depression, Parenting Support
Request an Appointment Online! Seeking therapy can be a crucial step in addressing mental health challenges, but it can be a challenge to be vulnerable for children, teens, and young adults to ask their parents for help. There are times that a child can be very open...
