Wildflower Center for Emotional Health

Wildflower Center for Emotional Health We are psychotherapists on a mission to transform how we care for ourselves and one another.
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With expertise in reproductive mental health, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and s*x therapy. We created Wildflower Center because we believe that emotional health is not simply the absence of disease, but the presence of active efforts to create balance, face difficulty, cope effectively, and emerge feeling wiser and more alive. We offer a wide array of therapeutic and learning exper

iences to help you accomplish your goals. We provide:

Individual psychotherapy
Couples and family counseling
Group therapy and workshops
Lectures, trainings and consultations

Not every couple who feels stuck is on the brink of ending.Sometimes it’s just:– the same argument on repeat– feeling mo...
05/31/2026

Not every couple who feels stuck is on the brink of ending.

Sometimes it’s just:
– the same argument on repeat
– feeling more like roommates than partners
– resentment that never fully clears
– disconnection you can’t quite name

A couples intensive is space to slow down and actually work through it — not in 50-minute fragments, but in a focused, intentional way.

More time.
More depth.
More clarity.

If you’re wanting to feel like you’re on the same team again, this might be for you.

Childbirth is often described as “magical” — but for many people, it doesn’t feel that way at all.Birth trauma isn’t def...
05/30/2026

Childbirth is often described as “magical” — but for many people, it doesn’t feel that way at all.

Birth trauma isn’t defined by medical complications alone. It’s shaped by how safe, supported, and heard someone felt in their body and in the room. Even births that are considered “medically uncomplicated” can be deeply traumatic when fear, powerlessness, or lack of control are present.

In this piece, Gabby Pendley, LCSW, PMH-C, CADC breaks down:
• What birth trauma actually is
• Why it’s more common than we talk about
• Common symptoms that often go unnamed
• And how healing is possible

If your birth experience felt overwhelming, frightening, or hard to talk about — you’re not broken, and you’re not alone. 🤍

📖 Read the full article at the link in bio.

05/29/2026

Get to know Danielle Fixler, LCSW, PMH-C 💛

Danielle is a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor at Wildflower who brings warmth, curiosity, and compassion to her work. She supports adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, reproductive mental health, and the many complexities of being human.

She has a particular passion for working with individuals experiencing pregnancy, postpartum, fertility challenges, and pregnancy loss, as well as concerns related to s*xuality, relationships, grief, and family dynamics.

Danielle especially enjoys working with those who may feel hesitant about starting therapy, creating a space that feels approachable, supportive, and never intimidating.

Her work is grounded in a person-centered, trauma-informed approach, integrating evidence-based therapies including ACT, EFT, DBT, and mindfulness.

At the heart of her work is a strong belief in the power of a therapeutic relationship where clients feel fully seen, respected, and accepted.

👉 Learn more about Danielle and her work at Wildflower

✨ What if being hard on yourself isn’t actually helping?In a culture that rewards productivity and perfection, many of u...
05/28/2026

✨ What if being hard on yourself isn’t actually helping?

In a culture that rewards productivity and perfection, many of us learn to believe that self-criticism is what keeps us successful. But in reality, it often leads to burnout, shame, and never feeling like enough.

Our therapist Amanda Matousek, LCSW, PMH-C explores this through RO-DBT, which looks at different coping styles—like overcontrol (perfectionism, overthinking, difficulty resting). These traits have strengths and costs.

✨ Growth doesn’t mean doing less “right.”
Sometimes it means:
• resting without earning it
• letting things be imperfect
• choosing play, connection, or ease

These small moments of flexibility help our nervous systems feel safe—and that’s where real change happens. 💛

Curious to learn more? Our therapists at Wildflower are here to help.
🔗 Link in bio

We’re so excited to celebrate Riley Gramza, LMFT, on becoming a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT)! 🌿🧘Riley’s dedication to h...
05/27/2026

We’re so excited to celebrate Riley Gramza, LMFT, on becoming a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT)! 🌿🧘

Riley’s dedication to holistic, relational, and mind-body healing continues to shine through in the care she provides to clients each day. We’re grateful for the thoughtfulness, curiosity, and compassion she brings to both her clinical work and ongoing professional growth.

Congratulations, Riley! 💛

Maternal Mental Health Month is coming to a close—but this conversation is far from over.Final call to join us for this ...
05/26/2026

Maternal Mental Health Month is coming to a close—but this conversation is far from over.

Final call to join us for this important training on perinatal trauma.

We’re honored to host Dr. Tracy Moran Vozar from Endeavor Health for a deep dive into the screening, assessment, and treatment of perinatal trauma.

If you’ve been meaning to deepen your skills in identifying and treating perinatal PTSD, this is your moment.

Let’s close out Maternal Mental Health Month by continuing to invest in the kind of care that truly meets this moment—for our clients, our communities, and our field.

🌱 Parental burnout is real — and it’s more common than we talk about.In her latest article, What Is Parental Burnout?, S...
05/25/2026

🌱 Parental burnout is real — and it’s more common than we talk about.

In her latest article, What Is Parental Burnout?, Samantha Buhai-Jacobus, MA, LCPC, CAIP breaks down what burnout looks like for caregivers: the exhaustion, the disconnection, the self-doubt — and most importantly, how to begin healing.

From setting boundaries and taking micro-breaks to practicing self-compassion and seeking support, this guide offers thoughtful, actionable steps for overwhelmed parents.

📖 Read the full piece and learn how therapy can support you in reconnecting with yourself and your values: https://www.wildflowerllc.com/what-is-parental-burnout-a-guide-for-overwhelmed-parents/

✨ You’re not alone. You deserve care too.

05/25/2026

Meet Amanda Matousek, LCSW, PMH-C 💛
Amanda’s therapy style? Empathy, honesty, gentle-but-direct feedback… and just the right amount of humor. She knows starting therapy can feel intimidating, so from the very first session she works to ease nerves, understand your goals, and offer realistic strategies you can actually use.

She works with adults, young adults, couples, and college students on everything from anxiety and depression to trauma, life transitions, relationships, and self-esteem. Amanda draws on evidence-based approaches like ACT, CBT, DBT, EMDR, and the Gottman Method to tailor therapy to you.

As a clinical supervisor at Wildflower, she also supports other therapists in providing the best possible care. Her goal? Helping you create lasting change and live a life that feels fulfilling and valuable—whatever season you’re in. 🌿

✨ Good news for new clients! ✨Online scheduling is now live at Wildflower!Easily browse our therapists, check availabili...
05/24/2026

✨ Good news for new clients! ✨

Online scheduling is now live at Wildflower!

Easily browse our therapists, check availability, and book your first appointment — all in a few simple clicks.

Find the right therapist and start your journey today: https://www.wildflowerllc.com/online-scheduling/

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1333 N Kingsbury Street
Chicago, IL

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Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm

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