My wife and I went in for couple's counseling and worked with Vanessa for the last 6+ months. She…read morewas a fantastic therapist to talk to about our relationship issues. She was very attentive in every one of our sessions asking about who we are, where we came from, or why we think certain ways so that she could fully understand our personas. Her diligence in her work and asking the right questions to pry into our feelings/thoughts were just what we needed to get our issues out into the air. I feel a much stronger connection with my partner after these sessions and truly appreciate the hard work Venessa put in. I feel like I'm in a much better mental/emotional place for myself and my spouse to handle any current or new issues that we'll face together.

I absolutely LOVE everything about this office. All of the front desk staff is kind, compassionate,…read moreand patient. My therapist, Ann, is absolutely wonderful and so helpful and empathetic, which makes her very easy to work with. And I cannot begin to express my gratitude for Dr. Bansal - she is so caring and relatable as well as extremely educated. she takes the time to listen to all facets of your health and genuinely give good medical advice. A Ray of Hope has everything you are looking for - neurology, counseling, psychology and more than that, you feel like an old friend who can't wait to catch up with them!

I really appreciated Vanessa's hands-on approach and felt like I was able to make tangible progress…read moremuch faster with her as my therapist than I have in the past.

Vanessa is an amazing therapist, and I highly recommend her. She provides balance and wisdom to any…read moreconcerns or issues that are presented to her. I really value the way she is able to think about a problem from many different angles and provide tangible advice as well as new ways to reframe how to think about a particular challenge. I have felt that as she got to know me better, she became even more of a valued voice, and her advice really honed in on core areas of my life and thought-process that I need to improve. She is a great listener and really hears and understands before providing any feedback.

Been going to Balanced Life Counseling for about a 1.5 years and the person I'm seeing has been…read moreinstrumental in my recovery. The person is AMAZING. This person has helped mend my past, present and has been preparing me for my future. If it wasn't for this person, only God knows where I would be today

I won't go into detail about my life and why I need therapy, but my therapist, Denise, has been a…read morelifesaver. I highly recommend Denise, and this practice overall. If you love dogs, Denise brings her dog to every appointment. Denise's dog is well behaved and his calming nature helps me a ton. Therapy dogs are no joke! They do help people a ton. Their new location provides a ton of free street and neighborhood parking. If you don't have a car, they're right next to a bus stop on Armitage, so convenience is still there. This practice really cares about their clients on all levels (ex. mental, financial, emotional, and etc), so don't be afraid to try this practice. Plus, they have been really flexible with scheduling, which is a characteristic that other practices don't have (Trust me, I've checked).

I worked with Jana for two years during my time in Chicago. She was such a source of light,…read morestrength, and stability during an otherwise challenging time in my life (and many others). I began working with her on the heels of a difficult break up, and she patiently helped me to find a path forward and regain my power. Within a couple months of our first session, the global pandemic hit and we moved from in person to video therapy -- the transition was seamless. I was single and living alone during that time, and Jana's empathy and support were a life line for me. She is kind, compassionate, and really takes the time to see and understand the full person. I still refer back to conversations we had and resources she gave me to navigate new challenges that I encounter in life. I am healthier today because of my time with Jana. When I started to consider a move away from the Chicago area, a major con on my list was that I could no longer work with Jana. I will be forever grateful to her for her time and heart. If you have the chance to work with her, cherish every moment. She's one of the best out there!

Jana was my second therapist in my young adult life. I worked with her for 4 years. I started with…read moreher when she was a student and followed her to every site of her externship. I stayed on with her when she graduated and was a hired as a clinician and saw her continuously until I moved out of the Chicagoland are. I wish I was still in Chicago because I would likely be seeing her to this day. She is kind, compassionate, understanding. She is a skilled therapist and I'm sure a great mentor to her colleagues. I am of a minority background of both race and religion and a lot of my struggles with anxiety were rooted in this. She really took her time to understand the nuances of my experiences, their social impact, and their impact on mental health. I have worked with about 10 therapists in my adult life and Jana is easily in the top 3 of my favorite and most skilled therapists to work with. If you are working with her--cherish your time together! If you are thinking of working with her--please take my recommendation in doing so. I have nothing but love and respect for Jana!

After more than fifty therapy sessions with my wife and Michael I can say that I am truly a happier…read moreperson than I could have ever imagined I would be before I came to see him for the first time. I now look at my life a lot differently after talking with him so many times. I am sad he moved away, but I am happy for him, and I am so glad I put in many hours of hard work with Michael. One of the things that sticks with me from our sessions is his gentle prodding to get me to understand and describe how I physically feel when talking about upsetting or uplifting emotional feelings. Where do I feel it? How does it feel. The words "bad" or "good" just weren't descriptive enough, and he encouraged me to more fully process my feelings. I really enjoyed this new take on therapy and it worked well for me in understanding my own feelings and telling others how I feel. This approach greatly improved my ability to communicate with people that are important to me. The tools I gained while working with him are priceless. It wasn't always easy, but I learned the most during the hard times. He was forever willing to give me and my wife another chance to connect emotionally and encouraged us to slow down and be open for each other. He is a talented therapist, and I have a feeling he helped a lot of other couples connect and communicate better than they ever had before.

I started seeing Michael Glavin as a referral. I wanted to work with a man after working with an…read moreamazing person in the same field. From the first time we met, I felt very comfortable with Michael. Being newer to his profession, I was a little hesitant but my fears were unfounded and I would recommend him to anyone who really needs to slow down, and someone who is ready to get into some deeper work. Michael Glavin is a true resource. It's unfortunate that he is moving, and I wish him all the best. Anyone who's looking for a very centered, caring person, would be very comfortable with his skill set. I can't imagine how much more effective he will be as be develops his practice. Sincerely, RL

I'm honestly surprised by all of the positive reviews. My experiences were nearly all negative…read more My first appointment here was with Dr. Robin. My first impression of him was that he was incredibly awkward. Once I was in his office, he asked me for all of my contact info again, which seemed odd, and he was terse when I questioned why we were using my limited appointment time to re-enter all that info (painfully slowly, I might add) - turns out he was leaving the practice, and he used that info to contact me directly about a month later in hopes that I'd follow him to his new practice. When he finally asked why I was there, I explained my history and described my current Rx. Apropos of nothing, he suggested increasing my Rx dosage and adding a second medication. When I asked him why he was suggesting this, he offered an extremely off-puttingly vague answer along the lines of, "it might help." This went on in circles for at least three rounds as I grew increasingly frustrated and ultimately refused the changes. On my way out of the building, I ran into his next patient. I wouldn't normally do this, but I asked him if he had been seeing the doctor for a while and if he liked him, and he confirmed my impression that the doctor was awkward and not so great - he told me that he kept coming back because he just needed his ADHD meds refilled, and it was easier than finding a new doctor. My insurance company than raised a fuss over my Rx despite nothing having changed other than the prescribing doctor. The pharmacy sent an authorization request to the doctor, and I must have made half a dozen calls over many days before UB&B figured out what to do and finally completed the requested authorization - this is routine stuff, so I don't understand what the problem was. Thankfully my pharmacy gave me free meds for a few days to hold me over. Fast forward to Dr. Robin leaving this practice right after my intake. They brought it a new doctor who seemed promising based on her profile. I made an appointment, met with her, thought she was wonderful, and was thrilled. So what was the problem? Apparently the practice messed up the paperwork and the new doctor was not in-network with my insurance provider as I was originally promised. This caused my bill to be significantly higher. I asked if they would waive some or all of the extra amount, given that it was their mistake, AND THEY WOULDN'T BUDGE AN INCH. I've worked in multiple doctor's offices, so I know that there is always some leeway on these matters, so I'm disgusted that they would do this to their patients.

A warm and welcoming lobby has a peaceful vibe. Jeff, the office manager, is very laid-back and…read moreaccommodating. He is always there, so you aren't dealing with different people all the time, which is nice. Besides the usual array of services, the also puffer brain nuerofeedback, which retrains the brain to function more efficiently. A friend has been doing this at their office and has seen very positive results. I look forward to trying it. Dr. Robin is even-keel and easy to talk to. Nick, one of their therapists, is one of the best I've encountered. The office is in the heart of Lincoln Park. You may have to park a few blocks away, but it's worth the walk to get your life on track!

I have the privilege of being in a professional consultation group with Amanda. She is incredibly…read morekind, compassionate and knowledgeable. After having just one conversation with her, you will be aware of how much she loves hearing people's stories and is passionate about understanding where each individual is coming from. She is especially experienced with new parents, couples and individuals experiencing loss and grief. I highly recommend Amanda's practice and refer clients to her enthusiastically.

I found Amanda through yelp, and I am hoping that this review helps you find her, too, because she…read moreis amazing! I have been seeing Amanda for a few months now for grief counseling, since I moved to the area, and she is such a bright spot in my week! She is so kind, caring, and compassionate, and so down to earth and fun to be around. Her office is extremely cozy and it feels like you're sitting in your friend's living room talking one on one. She immediately puts you at ease. Amanda has given me lots of new ways to see things, and always remembers important details of your life. She is absolutely one of my favorite people in all of Chicago!

Love this guy! The best therapist and just a great human being. Helped me threw a tough family…read moresituation and a couple of unhealthy relationships. I'm a better person today because of Matt. Give him a call, you won't regret it.

Matt is an incredibly trustworthy and sharp guy. He has a knack for quickly understanding…read morechallenging situations without jumping to conclusions. I don't hesitate to recommend him as a therapist.