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Kate Ernstrom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST, PMH-C (she, her)
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5 Endorsed
1010 Lake St, Suite 605, Oak Park, IL 60301
Let's Connect (708) 726-6365
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My clinical areas of specialty include sex and sexuality, reproductive mental health concerns (e.g. postpartum mood and anxiety concerns, navigating infertility, perimenopause & menopause, PMDD, etc), anxiety/mood, and relationship challenges. Some folks I work with also might describe themselves as sensitive, deep thinkers/feelers. Overall, I often support clients in growing self-compassion, increasing self-awareness, living more aligned with their values, and in creating a life that feels sustainable and meaningful.
I am an Certified Sex Therapist and a Perinatal Mental Health Certified Clinician, and EMDR trained therapist. I often utilize evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and also incorporate a relational psychodynamic styles.
My goal is to create an affirming, strengths-focused environment while also working together to identify your resources and challenge patterns that contribute to distress. If this collaborative approach appeals to you, I'd be honored to join you in your journey of healing and change.
Call or Email Kate Ernstrom now for a free 15 minute consultation - (708) 726-6365
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Couple Sessions $190
- Pay by Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Kate Ernstrom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST, PMH-C
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.018053 Kate Ernstrom
- Membership with Postpartum Support International
- Certificate from University of Michigan Sex Therapy / 2022
- Attended Loyola University of Chicago, Graduated 2012
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Sex Therapy
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Depression
- Grief
- Infertility
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Feminist
- Gottman Method
- Narrative
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Primary Location
Wildflower Center for Emotional Health
1010 Lake St
Suite 605
Oak Park, IL 60301
(708) 726-6365Email me
Additional Location
Wildflower Center for Emotional Health
820 N Orleans St
Suite 350
Chicago, IL 60610
(708) 726-6365Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (708) 726-6365
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Kate Ernstrom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST, PMH-C