Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist
With over three decades of dedicated practice, I specialize in guiding individuals through emotional challenges using psychodynamic and mindfulness-based approaches. My work focuses on fostering self-acceptance, strengthening relationships, and cultivating inner peace through compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic partnerships. I hold a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Loyola University Chicago and have completed extensive psychodynamic training at the Institute for Clinical Social Work.My experience spans diverse settings including community mental health agencies, correctional facilities, and corporate environments, serving individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan. I prioritize accessible care through sliding fee scales and collaborate with clients to navigate insurance processes, currently working with BCBS and Aetna networks while supporting out-of-network claims.
Services
Psychotherapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Mindfulness Sessions
Professional Consultation
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical experience in mental health therapy
- Specialized training in psychodynamic and mindfulness approaches
- Sliding fee scale for financial accessibility
- In-network provider for BCBS and Aetna insurance
- Extensive experience with diverse client populations
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy sessions using psychodynamic and mindfulness approaches to address emotional struggles and promote personal growth. We help clients develop self-awareness, improve relationships, and build resilience through compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic partnerships. Sessions focus on both immediate concerns and deeper psychological patterns.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for couples seeking to improve communication and resolve conflicts. We work with married, divorced, pre-marital, and LGBTQIA couples to strengthen relationships through enhanced understanding and emotional connection. Our approach addresses both current challenges and underlying relationship patterns.
Mindfulness Sessions
Mindfulness-based interventions to develop present-moment awareness and stress reduction techniques. These sessions help clients cultivate balanced perspectives and emotional regulation skills. We integrate mindfulness practices with traditional psychotherapy approaches for comprehensive mental wellness.
People
Breda Doak
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
With over 30 years of experience, Breda Doak specializes in psychodynamic therapy and mindfulness approaches. She holds a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Loyola University Chicago and has extensive training in clinical social work. Her practice focuses on emotional growth and relationship improvement for diverse client populations.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I primarily use psychodynamic therapy combined with mindfulness techniques to help clients understand emotional patterns and develop present-moment awareness.
Do you accept insurance?
I am in-network with BCBS and Aetna, and can assist with out-of-network claims for other insurance providers.
What are your session fees?
Standard sessions are $250 with sliding scale options available based on financial need.
Who do you work with?
I serve individuals (pre-teens to adults), couples (married, divorced, pre-marital, LGBTQIA), and families, along with professional consultation services.
What issues do you address?
I help with emotional struggles, relationship challenges, stress management, and personal growth through both short-term crisis intervention and long-term therapy.
