Therapy in Downtown Chicago

Psychodynamic Therapy in Chicago’s Loop.

At Fermata Psychotherapy, we offer therapy that goes beneath the surface, helping you understand the challenges that brought you here and change the recurring patterns that have shaped your life.

Meet with us at our office at 53 W Jackson Blvd, or online throughout Illinois.

In-network with BCBS PPO plans.


How we can help

You may be considering therapy because something feels difficult to change: a familiar conflict, an ongoing sense of inadequacy, anxiety that leaves you in constant alert, the persistent feeling of being stuck or behind, or distance in relationships you value.

You might have a hard time navigating recent losses, stressors, or other situations that made you feel overwhelmed. Or may just have a sense that there’s something missing, a sense of meaning, direction, or purpose.

Psychodynamic therapy makes room to explore what’s behind these challenges, how these experiences developed, and what they mean in your life. It recognizes and appreciates the depth of your feelings and emotions and the complexity of your inner world.

At Fermata Psychotherapy, we work with adults seeking support with concerns including:


Meet Our Downtown Chicago Therapists

Finding the right fit matters. Our therapists share a psychodynamic perspective while bringing different clinical interests, professional interests, life journeys, and distinct backgrounds and identities. Our 10 therapists offer in-person and virtual sessions, and are in-network with BCBS PPO plans.

Explore their profiles to learn more about their approach. If you are unsure whom to contact, please reach out and tell us what you are looking for. We will be happy to help.

Zack Wiener, LPC
Complex trauma · Depression · Grief and loss · Chronic illness · Identity and spirituality

Tina Chen, LPC
Complex trauma and family relationships · Shame and perfectionism · Cultural adjustment

Griffin Halperin, LSW
Gender and sexuality · Relationship issues · Out of control sexual behavior · Men’s mental health

Maya Chehab, PsyM, LCPC
Relationship issues · Cultural adjustment · Parenting and perinatal transitions


Our Chicago Loop Office

Our office is in the historic Monadnock Building, at the corner of Jackson Blvd and Dearborn St. Many of the people we work with reside in Downtown Chicago and other neighborhoods, including South Loop, West Loop, River North, Lincoln Park, and Lakeview.

Our address:
53 W Jackson Blvd
Suite 1450
Chicago, IL 60604

Public transportation: Nearby CTA options include the Jackson Red and Blue Line stations and the Quincy station, served by the Brown, Orange, Pink, and Purple Express lines. Metra’s Union and Ogilvie stations are a 15-minute walk away.

Parking: There are multiple garages nearby. Plan ahead if you want to use street parking.

Office access: Take the elevator to the 14th floor and head over to Suite 1450. Check-in using the tablet in the waiting room to let your therapist know you arrived.

Directions to our office in Downtown Chicago

Waiting Room Fermata Psychotherapy , therapy in Chicago Loop

Contact our Chicago Therapists

You may know what you want to address in therapy, or you might still be thinking about it. Tell us a little about what brings you here and we’ll be able to help.

If you have a therapist in mind, let us know. You are also welcome to reach out without choosing someone first.

Online therapy throughout Illinois

In-network with BCBS PPO plans

CALL OR TEXT: (312) 725 - 6192

EMAIL US: hello@fermatapsychotherapy.com