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Get to know Jillion, CCIH’s New Staff Therapist!
What initially got you interested in therapy? I have navigated my own mental health and participated in therapy at various points in my life. That journey has shown me how powerful and healing vulnerable, safe, and genuine human connection can be.
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In-person vs Telehealth Therapy
Meeting together in person allows us to use more tools for working with the nervous system in the present moment and better supports the relational experience that we believe is crucial for the healing of complex trauma.
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Practicing Together: Therapy in Uncertain Times
There has been a shooting. The Supreme Court has handed down a ruling. Bombs have been dropped. Floodwaters are rising. Fire is raging. As I reach for my phone to read the news, I am immediately flooded with emotion by the coverage and commentary that fill my feeds. I am aware of feelings of anger,…
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Our Essential Concepts: An Integrated Approach
There is no single model that can address all the complexity of human experience and suffering. Therefore, it is important that we wrestle with the task of integrating neurobiological understanding with relational approaches to develop an approach that is unique to each person with whom we are on the journey.
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Get to know CCIH’s new Staff Therapist, Emily!
We are happy to announce that Emily Robinson has joined CCIH as a Staff Therapist! Emily (she/her) is experienced in working with survivors of abuse and neglect, systemic oppression, chronic stress, and unmet needs. With a deep understanding of how prolonged exposure to traumatic events can impact the mind and body, she provides an attuned,…
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Why We Incorporate Somatic (Body-Centered) Therapy
By working with both the mind and the body, we can deepen our understanding of ourselves and create new and lasting patterns.
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CCIH now offers Nursing CEUs!
We are excited to say that the Chicago Center for Integration and Healing is now a licensed provider of CEUs for nurses in Illinois! CCIH has been offering continuing education on the treatment of trauma to mental health providers for over 10 years. Our programs are designed to help providers deepen into their work with…
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Our Essential Concepts: Therapist Experience
At CCIH our work with clients and our professional development is grounded in four essential concepts: an Integrated Approach, an Anti-Oppression Lens, the Therapist Experience, and Community Formation. In this series, CCIH Director Amy Zajakowski Uhll expands on each of these concepts and why we believe they are necessary for effective trauma-informed treatment. Research has…
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Our Essential Concepts: Community Formation
The essential work of treating complex trauma and human relationships is best done in the context of a professional community. Community can provide the support and accountability that is essential to an ongoing practice.
