Karla Scherf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
2650 West Montrose Avenue, Suite 106, Chicago, IL 60618
Let's Connect (773) 832-5868
My passion lies with assisting you make critical healthy choices as you walk your own path and forge your own identity. I want to help you feel empowered on your walk through life. We will look at learned behaviors that may be holding you back, as well as ways to positively rebuild those behaviors. Coming from a strength based approach, I believe learning how to empower yourself and then restructuring these thoughts and habits is the key to success. I specialize in working with adolescents, families, couples, eating disorders, as well as individual therapy. I’m also experienced working with the LGBTQ+ and Poly populations.
I have experience with a lot of different therapeutic styles and techniques, but I always tailor my style to the person. Some of the styles and techniques I have the most experience with include CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, IFS, Gottman Couples Counseling, and Mindfulness. First, and foremost, my goal is to create a space for you to explore yourself.
Trust and acceptance within that space is my top value. Whether it's dealing with a crisis, or working towards long term goals, I believe working together as a team to get into problems in a caring, solution focused way. Also, while I have 16 years in practice, I take pride in continuously learning and reaching out to educate myself. I'd love to meet you.
Call or Email Karla Scherf now for a free 15 minute consultation - (773) 832-5868
Let's Connect (773) 832-5868
Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (773) 832-5868
Karla Scherf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149015038 Karla Scherf
- In Practice for 21 Years
- Certificate from Illinois State Board of Education 800069 / 2010
- Attended Loyola University School of Social Work, Graduated 2007
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (773) 832-5868
Karla Scherf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Life Transitions
- Sex Therapy
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (773) 832-5868
Karla Scherf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Gottman Method
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Play Therapy
- Strength-Based
- Structural Family Therapy
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (773) 832-5868
Karla Scherf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Groups
LGBTQ+ Resiliency Support Group
Best Therapies, Inc. with therapist Karla Scherf, LCSW, invites you to attend our LGBTQ+ group. While there are varying topics each session, support will stay consistent! Held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday Every Month at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $6 suggested donation with sliding scale is available (with a minimum $1.50 to cover Eventbrite cost for ticket). The zoom link is sent upon purchase of ticket. https://resiliencysupport.eventbrite.com
Expertise
Life Transitions
Group Meets
Second Tue 6:30 A.M. - 7:30 A.M.
Email Karla Scherf about this group or call - (773) 832-5868
Location
Primary Location
Best Therapies, Inc.
2650 West Montrose Avenue
Suite 106
Chicago, IL 60618
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Nearby Areas
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Karla Scherf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW