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Parenting Assumptions Placed on Modern Working Women and Managing Co-parenting Expectations Successfully
Modern working women often find themselves carrying the invisible weight of both career and caregiving. Society still tends to assume that mothers should “naturally” manage the emotional and logistical load of parenting—doctor’s appointments, school projects,...
Self-Sabotage: Building Insight into Automatic Patterns and Unconscious Processing
You set a goal, feel motivated, and then somehow find yourself procrastinating, overthinking, or pulling away just when things start going well. It can be confusing because part of you wants to succeed, but another part holds back. That tug-of-war inside you is called...
Regulating the Nervous System During Anxiety and Panic Attacks
When anxiety or panic strikes, it can feel like your body is turning against you. Your heart races, your chest tightens, your thoughts spiral, and it feels impossible to calm down. In those moments, your body isn’t malfunctioning—it’s protecting you. What you’re...
Parents Getting Triggered by Their Children — And Learning to Manage It
Every parent has moments when they react more strongly than they mean to. Maybe your child refuses to listen after a long day, talks back, or bursts into tears over something small. Before you know it, you’re raising your voice, shutting down, or saying something you...
A Helpful Guide to SYMBIS: What Couples Need to Know Before Getting Started
If you and your partner are thinking about taking the next step in your relationship, you have probably come across the term SYMBIS during your search for premarital or relationship tools. At Indigo Therapy Group, we love using SYMBIS because it gives couples a clear...
Why We Have Ego Defenses — And How to Appreciate Them and Work Through Them
We’ve all been there: saying something we didn’t mean, shutting down during a tough conversation, or brushing off pain with a joke. In those moments, we’re not trying to be distant or difficult. We’re simply trying to cope. That’s where defense mechanisms come in....
Emotional Intimacy: Building It and Keeping It
We all crave closeness. Not just physical touch or shared experiences, but the kind of connection where you feel safe to show up as your full, unfiltered self. That’s the power of emotional intimacy—the invisible thread that weaves trust, empathy, and vulnerability...
How Trauma Is Passed Down Generations
We often inherit more from our families than eye color, height, or a love for a certain kind of food. We also inherit stories, fears, and emotional patterns that have quietly shaped us long before we were born. Maybe your parents were overly cautious about money even...
When the Holidays Hurt: Understanding and Coping with Holiday Grief
The holidays are often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many people, they can be the hardest. When you’re missing someone you love, even small moments like hearing a favorite song or seeing a familiar ornament can bring a wave of emotion....
Embracing Change: Why Your Brain Resists (and How to Overcome It)
If you’ve ever found yourself clinging to the familiar—even when you know it’s holding you back—you’re not alone. Change is a natural part of life, but that doesn’t mean it feels easy. Whether it’s moving to a new city, starting a different job, ending a relationship,...
Indigo Therapy Group
Therapy Services for the Greater Chicago Area
Locations
Northbrook Location
Oak Park Location
1011 Lake Street, Suite 425
Oak Park, IL 60301
Things To Know
- Elevators & Parking are available at both locations at the buildings.
- Virtual services are provided throughout Illinois.









