Zoe Mittman, LSW Why do I hate myself? As a psychotherapist, self-hatred is a common topic of conversation. The truth is there is simply not one answer. There are a multitude of reasons that you may feel this way, and I am going to share with you some of the most common reasons, as well…

Karolina Jasko   Individuals vocalize feeling overwhelmed pretty often. It is a common word in our vocabulary. But do we really know what being overwhelmed means? Do we know why it happens? And do we know how to conquer the feeling? Chances are you may not be able to answer yes to all three of…

Zoe Mittman Licensed Social Worker   Fill in the statements below: I am ___. Other people are ___. The world is ___. At Symmetry Counseling, we believe our past experiences impact how we view ourselves and others and how we navigate through the world. If you compare your above three answers with other people, you…

Hannah Cericola  Being inundated by thoughts and emotions related to stressors can be strenuous and time-consuming. Often, people who are overwhelmed feel as though they are struggling to cope with responsibilities and find it difficult to function. At Symmetry Counseling, we understand that being flooded with emotions, thoughts, responsibilities, and day-to-day tasks can easily overwhelm…

Karolina Jasko We understand that dating around can be exhilarating for many reasons at Symmetry Counseling, but it can also be overwhelming. There comes a certain point when you’re seeing someone where you ask yourself the question… “Do I want to be with them?”. This can be a big decision, so you want to make…

Karolina Jasko   A natural part of life is change. Change happens often, and big indicators of change are life transitions. They can be filled with a lot of positive and negative emotions, but it’s important to note that they are unavoidable. Life transitions are brought on from both happy and stressful events. Some examples…

What is DBT? At Symmetry Counseling, we are all about taking multiple approaches to mental health to make sure you are receiving care that is tailored to your desired outcome. Contrary to popular belief, DBT isn’t just for those who suffer from borderline personality disorder — it’s for anyone seeking emotional well-being. Schedule an appointment…

By: Samantha Marszalec, LSW How Can I Set the Stage to Bring Healthy Communication into my Relationship? Part 1 Thinking about initiating a conversation about your concerns, emotions, or perceived issues with your partner can be a daunting task. A common thought that is often had while preparing to bring up an issue is, “Why…

We at Symmetry Counseling believe that knowing how to say “I’m sorry” in a relationship is an incredibly powerful tool. But this tool is not an easy one. To some people, it comes naturally, but to others, it can be very difficult. And even to those who it comes naturally to, are they apologizing in…

Karolina Jasko, Symmetry Counseling Chicago   It’s very vulnerable to start a therapeutic journey. At Symmetry Counseling, we understand how overwhelming it can be to think about opening up to someone you don’t know. Once you get to the point where you realize you need some help and are ready to go get it, finding…