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Bridgid O'Connell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Accepting clients Last Updated 13 days ago

As a queer, sex-positive therapist, I specialize in trauma informed care providing support for the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with individuals experiencing emotional dysregulation, depression, complex and religious trauma, grief, neurodiversity, systemic oppression, substance use, HIV/AIDS, GNC, kink, CNM, and identity-based marginalization. Our work together will be a process of learning and unlearning. My approach is relational and strengths-based. We will explore transgenerational patterns and observational behaviors generated from a place of survival.

It is my goal to promote the process of healing by creating a safe and affirming space for you to cultivate an understanding within yourself that will unveil the deeper meaning your struggle is pointing towards. I will help you recognize the effects of the larger societal and cultural environment that have shaped how you move through the world.

I believe there is no limit to human capacity. There is wisdom and truth to be found within the struggles that we face. You have the ability to develop profound knowledge and acceptance of these conflicts and the strength to move forward in your life. The road ahead is often a vulnerable one, and I am grateful for the trust that you may bring to the process.


Specialties

Anxiety Depression Gender Identity Relationship Issues Trauma & PTSD

In-Network Insurance Plans

Bridgid O'Connell is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Blue Cross Blue Shield UnitedHealthcare
Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1528601549

Rates

First session $100
Ongoing sessions $100
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Locations

1608 W. Belmont Avenue
Suite 204
Chicago, IL 60053
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

Monday --
Tuesday 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Thursday 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Friday 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Client-Centered / Rogerian Therapy (CCT) Depth Therapy Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Humanistic Internal Family Systems (IFS) Mindfulness Narrative Person-Centered Psychodynamic Relational Strength-Based Trauma Focused

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)

Communities

Activists Artists First-Gen Immigrants Kink / BDSM LGBQ+ Neurodiverse Polyamorous Trans non-binary gender fluid Veganism

Meeting Options

Video sessions available
In-person sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 5
  • License(s): IL-149.026051

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): White
  • Gender(s): Gender Fluid, Gender Non-Conforming, Genderqueer, Non-binary
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Queer
  • Religion(s): Individual Spiritual Practice, Nonreligious

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