You might be someone who has experienced emptiness, a loss of meaning, or a loss of self. Maybe you sense that you are carrying something with you, like a particular memory, an emotion, or unexplained physical pain. Perhaps you have questioned your relationships or personal motivations, wondering if this is really who you are, or what your life was
I am a professional counselor who counsels individuals, couples and families. My approach to helping people is being patient and understanding of their life circumstances. In addition, I help people by facilitating an environment that is safe for them to explore and express their thoughts and feelings. I am willing to support and join people on the
How often do you find yourself rehashing uncomfortable moments or regrets? It is so easy to lose yourself and get caught up in trying to meet everyone else’s expectations you can lose sight of your own. Life is full of successes but they can feel overshadowed by disappointments. You want to roll through the ups and downs – to give yours
I think counseling should be collaborative where we both use our experiences and knowledge to problem solve your issues that are bothering you.
I am here to empower you, help you realize your potential and achieve your goals using empathy, practicality, confidence, humor, relatability, real life experiences, energy, and honesty. I have worked wi
I approach therapy collaboratively and compassionately, starting from person-centered and relationship-focused techniques. I offer options for your sessions including art therapy, IFS, and CBT. I work in ways that are both supportive and challenging. My personality is direct and approachable. My intersecting identities inform my style.
Throughout our lives, we go through events that change us, often permanently. I consider therapy to be a sacred and compassionate space of exploration. It can be exhausting having to explain your story over and over again. Oftentimes we might feel unheard in our daily lives or get fixated on who we “should be” instead of exploring who w
As a clinical psychologist, I am a compassionate listener, yet an interactive therapist. I attempt to facilitate personal exploration and understanding with the clients with whom I work. In therapy we work together to address one’s challenges in order to allow greater access to one’s strengths in living life. I encourage independence
Are you feeling stressed out and tired of taking care of everything yourself? Have you been waiting for things to get better, but instead they're getting worse? And have you been wanting to talk to someone, but it just hadn't felt like the right time yet. I help people get through difficult transitions and manage high conflict situations th
I specialize in treating mood conditions, anxiety, and attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) through evidence-based medication management and a personalized, culturally responsive approach. I also offer advanced treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and Spravato (esketamine) for individuals with treatment-resistant depression.
Dr. Potaczek is a native Chicagoan. He came to psychology after a previous executive management career, and then completed his PsyD (doctor of psychology) at Adler University in Chicago. His perspective and experience reach out to supporting the needs of individuals undergoing various concerns, stressors, and transitions.
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