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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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Get to know CCIH’s Trauma Fellow, Izabela!
We are happy to announce that Izabela Gluszak has joined CCIH as a Trauma Fellow! Izabela brings her years of experience to the fellowship at CCIH in order to deepen her work with attachment theory and somatic healing practices, which she strives to incorporate in her holistic approach. Her practice is informed by her experience…
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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
Research has repeatedly demonstrated that, regardless of clinical theory or technique, the therapeutic relationship is an extremely powerful factor in positive therapeutic outcomes. As therapists then, we, ourselves, are the most important tool of our craft. Our personal history, identities and present experience enter the therapy room with us and influence the clinical relationship. As…
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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.
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Our Essential Concepts: Anti Oppression Lens
Traumatic wounding is not only potentially part of someone’s history, it may also be part of their ongoing present. Systems of oppression create harm, impact individuals and their relationships, and diminish central nervous system regulation in a real and measurable way. Contacting and naming the impact of oppression through the patient’s life story is a…
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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.
