Signs of Depression and Treatments Available

Do you feel sad, unhappy, and unusually irritated or frustrated? Are you having difficulty sleeping or feel fatigued during the day? Are you having trouble concentrating, remembering things, and making decisions? Have you lost interest in aspects of your life that typically excite you and bring you pleasure? We all have bad days, but when…

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The True Cost of Love

As the demand for large extravagant weddings rise so does their cost. In 2012 TheKnot.com and WeddingChannel.com Real Wedding Study concluded that the average wedding budget is $28,427. Having a dream wedding may be every girl’s fantasy but what about having a stable and fulfilling marriage? People are willing to spend their entire savings and months or years planning…

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Are you connecting with your partner?

If your partner….. Mentions that they never see you anymore Tries to engage you in conversation more frequently than normal Suggests a weekend getaway Tells you they feel like you never talk anymore Plans new and adventurous activities for the two of you Complains that you are “always” working, reading, or on your computer …..They…

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Milestone Celebrations

This week Symmetry Counseling will be celebrating  its 2nd anniversary. What began as a group of 6 offices has grown to include 13 offices. We are very excited to announce that we plan to expand an additional 5 offices this September. The past two years have been a wonderful journey and we are joyfully anticipating…

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Chicago Divorce Mediation

The process of divorce is emotionally and financially draining, often taking years to reach resolution. There is a better way: mediation allows the formers partners to control the process and the outcome.

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How To Benefit The Most From Couples Counseling.

For many couples, the decision to seek couples counseling is a tough one. Too often one spouse is resistant to bring their problems to a professional. Sometimes, if the marriage is highly strained and conflict-ridden a sense of hopelessness and resentment can run deep, causing partners to feel as though nothing or no one will…

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10 Ways To Stay Connected When A Partner Travels For Business

Traveling for business can be stressful for both members of a relationship, but with all of the technology available now, staying connected has never been easier. Here are some suggestions on how you can stay connected with your partner when they are traveling for business. 1. Know where your partner is. Create a shared calendar…

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We Are Hiring!

Symmetry Counseling, a growing loop-based group practice is seeking full-time licensed clinicians (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, PsyD, or PhD) to provide counseling services in our Chicago office. The practice focuses on individual and couples counseling. The successful candidate will be an independent contractor who can establish her/his own schedule; all client referrals are provided. Preferably clinicians…

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Dr. Anne Malec invited to join Alumni Advisory Board

Congratulations to Symmetry Counseling’s own Managing Partner, Dr. Anne Malec. Dr. Malec has been invited to join the Alumni Advisory Board of The Family Institute of Northwestern University. The Alumni Association strives to foster lifelong relationships between The Family Institute and its alumni. The Association promotes a spirit of loyalty and fraternity among graduates, students,…

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