Embracing Gratitude: Finding Joy in Life’s Subtle Glimmers Beyond Thanksgiving

As the season of Thanksgiving draws near, our focus drifts to the bustling excitement of holiday events, the artful planning of special meals, and the orchestration of grand celebrations that define this cherished time of year. Yet, in the midst of the hustle and...

Using Play to Boost Your Well-Being

Tips, Blog

How often do you let yourself play? Do you remember how carefree childhood felt when you spent the day playing, running around trying to tag friends or making up games to pass the time? You had all the time in the world to enjoy yourself. You weren’t worried about...

Spring Cleaning for Your Mind: 3 Simple Ways to Get Rid of Negative Thoughts

Anxiety, Blog

The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the flowers are starting to bloom. Can you tell that Spring is on its way? You’ve made it through one more Chicago winter and maybe had to deal with a bit of the winter blues, which are completely normal and really...

Dealing With Awkward Conflicts In Your Relationship: One Couple’s Story

Relationship Advice, Blog, Waiting for review

When you’re in a relationship long enough, you’re bound to get into some… uncomfortable… conflicts with your partner. Lincoln Park Therapy Group founder Nicolle Osequeda, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, is featured in this Newsweek...

How to Fight Shame Related to Debt and Finances

Financial Anxiety, Blog, Shame

Finances are a touchy subject, but they don’t have to trigger uncomfortable emotions like shame, embarrassment, or negative feelings about yourself… Lincoln Park Therapy Group founder Nicolle Osequeda, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and member of the Financial...

5 Reasons To Go To Couples Therapy

Relationship Advice, Blog, Tips

When you first fall in love with someone, life can feel close to perfect for a while. But then the high of new love wears off and life starts to return to “normal”… and that’s where the real relationship begins. Let’s face it… relationships can be hard work. Even the...