Empowering Change, One Connection at a Time
The Center for Contextual Change is a renowned psychotherapy practice that has been serving the Chicago area for over 30 years. We have been at the forefront of providing trauma-informed care, and our team of highly trained clinicians has helped tens of thousands of clients heal, change, and grow. Our approach is rooted in the Collaborative Change Model (CCM), which was created by our Founder Mary Jo Barrett. The CCM is a systemic, trauma-informed approach that focuses on facilitating positive change in individuals, couples, families, and communities.
Our Commitment
We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space for our clients. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality mental health care, regardless of their economic status, race, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, survivor history, or offending behaviors. Our team of clinicians is dedicated to providing compassionate, empathetic, and evidence-based care to individuals, couples, families, and groups.
Our Services
We offer a range of counseling services, including individual, group, couple, and family therapy. Our clinicians are trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Body Inclusive/Yoga work, and many others. We also provide workshops, training, and consultation services for mental health professionals, educators, and community organizations.
Our Team
Our team of clinicians is a diverse and highly trained group of professionals, each with their own unique set of specializations and expertise. We believe that finding the right therapist is essential for successful therapy, which is why we offer a range of therapeutic approaches and styles to fit each client's unique needs.
Our Focus
As we adapt to the changing landscape of mental health care, we are shifting our focus towards training, supervising, and consulting. We believe that by empowering mental health professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to provide trauma-informed care, we can create a ripple effect of positive change in our communities.
Our Future
As we embark on this new chapter, we are excited to continue providing innovative, trauma-informed care to our clients. We are committed to staying at the forefront of the mental health field, and we look forward to continuing to serve our communities with compassion, empathy, and expertise.
Review Summary
Positive Experience
Ron Pestana's therapy sessions have been life-changing for some clients, providing a safe and secure setting for individuals to address their issues. His intuitiveness and insight have helped clients gain a foundation for healthy change.
Negative Experience
On the other hand, some clients have had horrible experiences with The Center for Contextual Change, specifically with Peg Duros. Allegations of lying under oath in a divorce trial have been made, which has led to mistrust and concern for the well-being of men and children involved.

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