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50+ Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Counseling & Therapy in Chicago
Established in 1965, we are a non-profit organization dedicated to providing psychotherapy that integrates psychodynamic approaches with spiritual and religious dynamics. Our team of licensed clinicians offers both in-person and virtual sessions across Chicago-area locations, serving diverse populations regardless of financial means. With decades of collective experience, our staff specializes in addressing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and existential concerns through personalized treatment plans.We maintain rigorous clinical standards through our affiliation with the American Association of Pastoral Counselors and offer an accredited education program for mental health professionals. Our commitment to diversity ensures accessibility for individuals of all backgrounds, including LGBTQAI+ communities and those with limited financial resources.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Group Therapy
Education Program
Professional Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- Providing psychotherapy services since 1965 with proven clinical expertise
- Specialized training in integrating spiritual dynamics with psychodynamic therapy
- Diverse clinical staff representing multiple faith traditions and therapeutic approaches
- Affordable care options through our low-fee clinic program
- Crisis consultation services for religious organizations and community groups
Associations and certifications
- American Association of Pastoral Counselors
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide personalized mental health treatment through weekly or biweekly meetings. Therapists work with clients to address anxiety, depression, and life transitions using psychodynamic approaches. Treatment plans adapt to each person's spiritual background and therapeutic goals.
Couples Counseling
Specialized relationship therapy helps couples improve communication and resolve conflicts. Sessions focus on both practical problem-solving and deeper emotional connections, with options for Imago therapy techniques. Therapists support all relationship types and orientations.
Group Therapy
Facilitated group sessions address specific needs including grief, LGBTQAI+ concerns, and clergy support. Participants benefit from shared experiences while receiving professional guidance. Current offerings include body-mind movement groups and couples therapy cohorts.
Education Program
Our accredited two-year certificate program trains mental health professionals in Self Psychology and religious integration. Curriculum combines psychoanalytic theory with spiritual exploration, including supervised clinical practice for licensure candidates.
Professional Consultation
We provide expert consultation services for religious organizations and mental health professionals. Staff offer crisis intervention support, continuing education workshops, and supervision for counselors seeking professional development in spiritually integrated therapy approaches.
People
Catherine Burris-Schnur
Executive Director
DMin, LCPC licensed clinician with extensive experience in integrating spiritual dimensions with psychodynamic therapy. Leads organizational strategy and clinical supervision programs.
Heather Kinsley
Intake Coordinator
MA in Pastoral Counseling with specialized training in connecting clients with appropriate therapeutic resources. Manages initial client assessments and referrals.
Celia Brickman
Clinical Staff
PhD, LCPC licensed therapist specializing in psychodynamic approaches. Provides direct clinical services and participates in training program supervision.
William Winger
Clinical Staff
MA, LCPC therapist with expertise in spiritual dynamics integration. Offers individual counseling and contributes to educational program instruction.
Rueben Manohar
Clinical Residency Fellow
Residency fellow gaining supervised clinical experience in psychodynamic therapy with spiritual integration. Participates in direct client care under senior staff supervision.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
We specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy integrated with spiritual and religious dimensions of human experience, including Self Psychology and Imago therapy techniques.
Do you offer services for religious organizations?
Yes, we provide consultation, crisis intervention, and professional supervision for religious institutions and clergy through our specialized consultation program.
Are sessions available virtually?
We offer both in-person sessions at three Chicago-area locations and virtual therapy options for client convenience and accessibility.
What financial assistance options exist?
The Clinic at CRPC provides low-to-no fee psychotherapy based on financial circumstances through our supervised training program interns and fellows.
How do I find the right therapist?
Our intake coordinator will assess your needs and match you with a therapist whose training and orientation best aligns with your therapeutic goals.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend contacting our intake office directly to discuss current payment options and insurance acceptance policies for specific clinicians.
