Bland & Associates

At Bland & Associates, we pride ourselves on being a haven where individuals, couples, and families can find comfort and support in their journey towards mental wellness. Our team of independent licensed mental health practitioners is dedicated to providing compassionate and professional services to those seeking help on the Northside of Chicago.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide efficient and effective mental health services in a comfortable, safe, and supportive environment. We strive to create a warm and empathetic alliance with each client, addressing their unique needs and concerns. Our approach is centered around the individual's innate capacity to grow and adapt, promoting lasting improvements and changes in their overall quality of life.

Services

At Bland & Associates, we offer a range of services tailored to meet the specific needs of each client. Our counseling services include:

Individual Counseling: Our compassionate and experienced therapists work one-on-one with clients to help them overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and learn about themselves. We utilize an eclectic approach, exploring the impact of thoughts, feelings, and emotions on daily decisions and relationships.

Couples Therapy: We offer counseling for couples dealing with relationship issues, including premarital concerns, marriage problems, intimacy, trust, communication, parenting, separation, or divorce.

Parent Counseling: Our therapists provide support and education to parents, helping them navigate child development, discipline, self-esteem building, and promoting adolescent independence and responsibility.

Group Counseling: We offer group therapy sessions on various topics or themes, limited in size to ensure personalized attention.

Consultation and Supervision: We provide professional supervision and consultative services to mental health counselors, churches, non-profit and for-profit organizations, and individuals.

About Dr. Bland

Dr. Michael J. Bland, Psy. D., D. Min., is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Associate Graduate Faculty at Loyola University Chicago, Institute of Pastoral Studies. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Bland is committed to offering effective and compassionate counseling and consultation to individuals, couples, and groups. His practical approach emphasizes empathy, support, and interaction, building a therapeutic alliance that fosters lasting improvements in one's quality of life.