Complex Trauma Therapy in Chicago can help you feel like you
Foster healing and strength in the safe space of Complex Trauma Therapy.
If you’re living with the effects of prolonged or repeated trauma, whether from childhood experiences, relationships, or ongoing stress, you are not alone. Complex trauma can quietly shape how you see yourself and the world, influencing your ability to trust, connect, and feel grounded. You may find yourself feeling detached, struggling to regulate emotions, or re-experiencing painful memories.
Find Yourself Again Through
Complex Trauma Therapy.
At Empowered Therapy, we provide a compassionate and evidence-based space for healing. Through complex trauma therapy, you can begin to understand how past experiences continue to affect your present life, and start to build the resilience and self-compassion needed to move forward.
You’ve carried the emotional weight of long-term stress, abuse, or instability, and it’s hard to feel secure or safe in your body.
You struggle with trust, often feeling hyperaware or detached in relationships.
You’ve felt stuck in cycles of shame, fear, or emotional numbness, unsure how to move forward.
You’re ready to understand your story in a way that helps you heal, not just survive.
Stop Carrying It Alone
Our therapists provide structure and support as you:
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Understand how your body and mind have adapted to prolonged stress.
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Develop grounding techniques to manage emotional overwhelm.
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Strengthen your capacity for self-compassion and self-awareness.
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Build healthy relationships rooted in trust and authenticity.
Healing from complex trauma takes time, but it is possible. The process isn’t about erasing the past, it’s about reclaiming your present and future.
Seek Help
We create a safe and supportive environment for open and honest communication. We encourage active listening, and help each partner express their thoughts and feelings. We also provide tools and techniques to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and work through specific issues. Sessions may also include homework assignments or exercises to practice outside of therapy. The length and frequency of sessions can vary depending on your needs and the therapist’s approach.
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GET STARTED
Put yourself first and begin the process to feel like YOU again!
FILL OUT THE FORM
Your first step to healing starts here. Connect with us—form, call, or email.
SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT
Our team will help you schedule a convenient appointment with a therapist who is the right fit for you.
FEEL LIKE YOU AGAIN
Start your tailored sessions and rediscover your true self, one step at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Starting Counseling & Therapy
Beginning counseling at Empowered Therapy is simple. Use our contact page to request an appointment or call us directly. We can discuss your questions and select the best therapist for you.
The Cost
Insurances we accept include BCBS-PPO, Blue Choice-PPO, UHC-Optum, and Campus Care. We also take private pay clients and offer a sliding scale fee. Please contact our office to confirm your benefits
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