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Urban Wellness is a counseling practice that provides therapy services to individuals, families and couples. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911.

Our mission is to make wellness a down to earth practice by creating awareness of, appreciation for, and acceptance of mental healthcare. DISCLAIMER: The sole purpose of this page is to keep individuals informed of Urban Wellness' events, provide useful information related to mental health issues, and provide thoughtful quotes related to self care and mental health. This page is not monitored daily and is used for information sharing only. If you wish to communicate directly with someone at Urban Wellness, please call 773-774-4444 x0. By volutarily becoming a fan of our page, your name and Facebook profile will be visible to others. Fans of this site are not necessarily receiving services from Urban Wellness.

20/11/2025

🧋✨ Therapist Spotlight: Maddi Peyton, LSW

Maddi loves to work with kids, teens, and adults across the board, but really enjoys working with individuals struggling with identity and life transitions. High school struggles? Social anxiety? Coming of age or self-esteem worries? Maddi is your girl!

She also loves working with folx in the q***r community and BIPOC communities. In her own words, "I believe that our identities play an integral role in our mental health and how we interact with the world, as well as how the world interacts with us." She uses person-centered therapy, CBT, and mindfullness to connect with her clients and act as a guide on their healing journey.

Outside of the therapy office, you'll find Maddi at her local coffee shop or exploring the outdoors, whether that's on a bike or hiking with her own two feet. On rainy days, a movie or book will keep her company too.

Sound like someone up your alley? Maddi is now accepting clients at our Old Irving Park location! Link in bio to schedule.
***rtherapist

19/11/2025

Wellness Wednesday!

We all juggle stress every day. Whether that comes from work, relationships, family, or life challenges, it can feel overwhelming to worry day after day after day.

In this social media age, access to more news and sensationalist headlines can dump even more worries onto the pile we already carry. Rather than doom-scrolling each time, try to do a quick self-check-in and see if you can pull yourself out of the anxiety spiral.

Anxiety is more common than you think, and it's okay if you need help to manage it. Looking for some support? Contact our Intake team at the link in our bio for scheduling!

18/11/2025

Don't miss out on our monthly newsletter — packed with mental health tips, practice updates, and a little inspiration. 🧠💌

Join our email list to stay connected: https://urbanwellnesscounseling.activehosted.com/f/3 or click the link in our bio!

17/11/2025

🎉 We’re Hiring! 🌱

Looking for your next opportunity to grow? Urban Wellness is adding clinicians to our team! Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time, or hybrid flexibility, we’ve got you covered. 💼

Here’s what we offer:
✅ Admin support (so you can focus on clients)
✅ Paid time off + sick leave
✅ Flat rate per session 💰
✅ Health insurance, IRA, and more

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to work with an incredible team, send your resume to fariha@urbanwellnesscounseling.com today! 💌

16/11/2025

🌟 CEU Sunday: Recognizing and Addressing Perinatal Mood Disorders in Therapy 🌟

Working with clients experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) can be deeply rewarding—but without the right tools, it can also feel overwhelming. PMADs affect 1 in 7 women and 50% of men whose partners are impacted, yet many go undiagnosed and untreated.

Join Amy Johnston, LCSW, PMH-C for a one-hour course designed to equip clinicians with the skills to recognize, support, and refer clients experiencing PMADs. This webinar will help you:

✔️ Identify symptoms, triggers, and risk factors for PMADs.
✔️ Learn to use two screening tools effectively.
✔️ Explore evidence-based approaches for treatment.
✔️ Strengthen your ability to connect clients with the right resources and support.

🕒 Earn 1 CE Hour while expanding your capacity to support clients through the unique challenges of pregnancy and postpartum.

💻 Price:$29
📅 Download Anytime Here: https://buff.ly/aoATKBd

13/11/2025

🧋✨ Therapist Spotlight: Chris Lunsford, LCSW

Meet our newest clinician coming in from Buffalo, NY- Chris!

Chris specializes in EMDR therapy, as well as work in Internal Family Systems. She works with clients 18 and older, and especially enjoys working with professionals on persistent patterns of thinking, behavior, or relationship patterns that they’ve been unable to shift.

When they're not working, Chris enjoys time outside in her garden, or hiking and exploring nature. Weather too nasty? She also enjoys baking and completing puzzles, or reading and writing poetry.

Chris believes in the innate human capacity for a joyful and expansive life, rooted in the connection between mind, body, and spirit. In their own words, "Our ultimate goal is to help you explore and release old patterns of thoughts, feelings, body sensations, and behaviors, while learning new ways of thinking and being that better align with who you aspire to be and how you wish to show up in the world."

Chris has immediate openings the week of Nov 18th for in person sessions at our Old Irving Park location, or virtually. Interested in scheduling? email intake@urbanwellnesscounseling.com or click the Contact Form in our bio!

***rtherapistsofchicago

12/11/2025

Wellness Wednesday

This week's snowfall felt especially sudden after a long and mild fall season. Add in Daylight Savings Time and the weight of winter is feeling heavier than ever.

Do you typically feel more lethargic or depressed during the dark winter months? If so, it may be S.A.D. or Seasonal Affective Disorder. SAD is incredibly common but there are simple things you can try to help offset some of your symptoms.

Checking in with a therapist is always a great option too- check the link in our bio to get scheduled today.

11/11/2025

Paper, paper, come and get your paper!

The Urban Wellness Newsletter comes out today!

Each month, we send you some easy to apply wellness tips, showcase our clinicians, and offer access to blog articles surrounded on supporting your mental health. You don't want to miss it!.

Interested in joining our mailing list? Check out the link in our bio!

10/11/2025

🌟 We’re Still Hiring! 🌟

Urban Wellness is looking for down-to-earth clinicians to join our amazing team! Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time, or hybrid opportunities, we’ve got you covered.

✨ What We Offer:
✔️ Flat rate pay
✔️ Admin/intake team support
✔️ Paid time off
✔️ Health insurance, IRA matching, and other benefits

If you’re ready to make a difference and work with a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Send your resume to fariha@urbanwellnesscounseling.com

09/11/2025

🌈 CEU Sunday: Taking PRIDE in Your Work 🌈

Looking to enhance your ability to provide affirming, culturally competent care for LGBTQ+ clients? We're offering a fantastic course: "Taking PRIDE in Your Work: LGBTQ+ Affirming Healthcare in Psychotherapy", presented by Julia Jordan-Lake, LCPC.

This 2 CE hour course dives into the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals, such as discrimination, identity struggles, and minority stress, equipping therapists with the tools to create safe and supportive spaces for their clients. Plus, you'll learn the innovative PRIDE model to guide your therapeutic work.

Objectives Include:
✨ Understand the historical impact of mental health treatment on LGBTQ+ communities
✨ Define operational terms essential to LGBTQ+ affirming care
✨ Apply the PRIDE framework to foster connection and growth in therapy

At just $49, this training is an excellent investment in your growth as a clinician and your clients’ well-being. Let’s continue to build competence, compassion, and equity in our practice.

Link in bio 👆

07/11/2025

Friday Feature!

June is one of our amazing therapists at the Forest Park office. They love to use art therapy to connect with child clients, but their skills span from kindergartners all the way to couples and clients experiencing trauma. Consider June a one stop shop!

Listen to them describe a day in session with them:

***rtherapist

06/11/2025

🧋✨ Therapist Spotlight: Irene Travis, LSW

Meet Irene!

Irene's passion is working with children and teens, in fact she works with ages 3+ in her therapy space. She specializes in supporting clients who struggle with big behaviors, self-esteem, anxiety, emotional regulation, social-emotional issues, grief, and trauma.

In her own words, "I love utilizing the powers of play to help children grow and working closely with their families to foster safe and trusting relationships for healing to take place!" Irene uses a blend of play therapy and talk therapy to navigate her person-centered approach to counseling.

Outside of the office, Irene enjoys anything sports-related. Whether she's coaching, on the field, or watching from the stands, it's a true passion for her. Doing any of the above with family? The more the merrier.

Irene has openings out of our Old Irving Park office and is also available virtually. If you're interested in getting yourself, your kiddo, or your family set up in therapy, contact us in the link in our bio!

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Monday	09:00 - 21:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 21:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 21:00
Thursday	09:00 - 21:00
Friday	09:00 - 21:00
Saturday	09:00 - 21:00
Sunday	09:00 - 21:00

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https://www.urbanwellnesscounseling.com/

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About Urban Wellness

Urban Wellness is a counseling group practice with locations in the Edison Park, Sauganash, and Old Irving neighborhoods of Chicago. Our mission is to make wellness a down-to-earth practice.

DISCLAIMER: The sole purpose of this page is to keep individuals informed of Urban Wellness' events, provide useful information related to mental health issues, and provide thoughtful quotes related to self care and mental health. This page is not monitored daily and is used for information sharing only. If you wish to communicate directly with someone at Urban Wellness, please call 773-774-4444 x0. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. By voluntarily becoming a follower of our page, your name and Facebook profile will be visible to others. Followers of this site are not necessarily receiving services from Urban Wellness.