Emily  Franchi
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Emily Franchi

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Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
Illinois Not Accepting Online
Chicago Office Not Accepting In-person

I offer in-office sessions on Tuesdays only, and provide care through telehealth on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

This therapist is currently not accepting new clients. Find available Illinois therapists on Zencare.

Updated February 8, 2024

Specialties & Expertise

  • Trauma
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Self-esteem
  • Relationships
  • Life transitions
  • Adult ADD/ADHD
  • Parent child relationship issues

Professional statement

Emily Franchi is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Chicago who specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety and social anxiety, and relationship issues. Her practice is open to college students and recent graduates, as well as adults in their 20s and 30s.

When clients come to see Emily, they’re often facing a major life transition – such as completing school or starting a new career – and may be feeling overwhelmed or anxious about all that such a shift implies. In particular, Emily enjoys working with young adults who may be having difficulty navigating the transition from adolescence to adulthood. Emily strives to foster an open, receptive dynamic that allows clients to speak freely about the different stressors they’re juggling. She works with clients to identify areas they can work on, and strongly supports them as they work towards these deeply personal goals.

Emily takes an integrative approach to treatment. She targets therapeutic outcomes involving both short-term symptom management and relief, as well as longer term, more internal change and growth. Emily will help clients develop more effective coping skills to manage and reduce their current symptoms, which may be related to anxiety, depression, insomnia, or panic, utilizing mindfulness, meditation, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). To promote longer term growth and change, Emily uses psychodynamic and family systems therapies, keeping sessions open-ended to allow clients the space and time to actively explore their past and present experiences and relationships.

Her practice is located near Millennium Park, accessible from the Blue and Red lines, where she looks forward to meeting you.


Message to clients

Taking that first step to begin therapy can be overwhelming and anxiety provoking. From the initial phone consultation through the long-term therapeutic process, I aim to create an open, welcoming, and non-judgmental therapy experience where my clients feel empowered to make positive changes in their personal lives and relationships. As your therapist, I will work with you to identify your strengths and to set goals of therapy that excite and motivate you. 

I am experienced working with adult individuals struggling with a range of difficulties arising from depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, trauma, low self-esteem, dysfunctional family system and parent relationship issues, history of abuse, and difficulties maintaining healthy adult relationships. I also specialize in working with young adults who are struggling to navigate the difficult transition from adolescence into adulthood, and help these individuals establish a strong sense of self and long-term personal and career goals.

Please contact me for your free phone consultation when you can learn more about my practice and how therapy can help you experience more fulfillment in your relationships, career, and daily life. 


Specialties

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect

Relationships - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Adult ADD/ADHD - Better understanding and management of symptoms of inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsivity which may be impacting school or work performance, relationships, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and organizational skills

Parent child relationship issues - Improving relationships and boundaries between young adults and parents; Understanding the impact of dysfunctional parent-child relationships upon childhood development and adult functioning




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)
  • Loveland Therapy Fund Clients

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • Cigna
  • Loyola University Chicago Student Health Insurance (UnitedHealthcare)
  • Northeastern University Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • Northwestern University Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • Optum
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • University of Chicago Student Health Insurance (UnitedHealthcare)
  • University of Illinois Student Health Insurance (UnitedHealthcare)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $150 (60min)
  • Initial session: $150 (60min)

Additional session information

Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Every other week
  • Multiple times a week

Location(s)

Chicago Office practice
25 E Washington Blvd, Chicago, Illinois 60602
Not accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Tue 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Wed 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Thu 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Online Sessions (Illinois)
Not accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Tue 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Wed 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Thu 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Fri 8:00am-1:00pm
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 7 years

Essential Therapy Chicago, 2019 - Present
Clarity Clinic Chicago, Therapist, 2017 - 2019
Family Guidance Center, Intern therapist, 2016 - 2017
Cathartic Space Counseling, Intern therapist, 2016

Northwestern University, MA, 2017
University of Michigan, BS, 2008


Licensure

Illinois: 180.012447


Languages

English


Client testimonials

"Emily was great and understanding."
- Zencare client • January 2020