INDIVIDUAL & ADOLESCENT THERAPIST
Locations: Chicago & Online
Specialties:
Anxiety & Depression
Burnout
Self-esteem
Perfectionism
ADHD
Rate: $185 / session; BCBS PPO
Sidra@cultivatecounselinggroup.com
Hey there,
Sidra is a warm, thoughtful, open therapist who works with individuals facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, burnout, adult ADHD, perfectionism, and self-esteem. She also has diverse experience working with trauma and PTSD, social struggles, chronic illness, creative block, grief and loss, women’s issues, career counseling, and relationships struggles. More broadly, she’s drawn to coming alongside people who are exhausted from carrying too much for too long.
Sidra takes a client-centered, depth-work-focused approach to counseling, working collaboratively and conversationally to look beneath immediate concerns and understand the patterns, beliefs, and experiences that may be affecting a person's life. Drawing from psychodynamic, narrative, and humanistic approaches, she brings curiosity, compassion, and flexibility to the therapeutic process. She enjoys working with clients who want to better understand themselves, recognize unhelpful patterns, and ultimately find greater meaning and purpose in their lives.
Sidra holds a master's degree in mental health counseling and an advanced certification as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). Prior to becoming a therapist, she worked in marketing and communications. Outside of work, she enjoys wandering the Chicago Art Institute, exploring the local food scene, and spending time in the ceramic studio.
What clients say about Sidra
“Sidra has been the most impactful therapist I’ve ever had. She has helped me start to resolve my past trauma to live more in the present. I’ve learned so much about my emotions and reactions, and how to be nicer to myself. [She] gave me tools for better communication with my partner and for setting boundaries with people I am less comfortable with.”
“Sidra is a huge asset to my teenage daughter. She feels comfortable talking with Sidra about all the ups and downs of teenage life. This has helped her so much [and] she looks forward to therapy every week.”
“I’ve become much happier with how things are going in my life, and the “bad” parts don’t feel as terrible as they used to. The regrets, disappointments, sadness, frustration from my past sting less now. I’m much better at handling stress and anxiety, especially comparing myself to a couple years ago. I’ve learned to be more gentle to myself, and give myself the space needed to heal and grow. I have learned and improved more with my sessions with Sidra than in all my other years of therapy combined, and I’ll always carry her thoughtful words with me. [She] is thoughtful, kind, empathetic, and never made me feel bad about therapy or myself. I never felt judged—in fact, I felt more reassured about my actions and my thoughts.”
“Sidra is kind, non-judgmental, and attentive! I feel safe to open up and share my experiences. Our sessions go by very quickly and I enjoy our time together. Therapy has given me a place to take up space and process emotions/thoughts out loud rather than just in my head. I’ve gained a better understanding of my thought patterns and how they impact my emotions and behavior. I’ve also been able to process past experiences, which has helped me begin the process of letting go of some of my emotional burdens.”
