Lara Alkurdi
She/Her/Hers
Master of Social Work, MSW Licensed Social Worker, LSWShe/Her/Hers
Master of Social Work, MSW Licensed Social Worker, LSWI have experience working with an array of cultures, populations and genders, including those facing depression, anxiety and those struggling to change their patterns of behavior. My clients tend to experience a lot of overthinking and worry, feeling uneasy throughout the day, and struggles with time management; they also experience sadness and difficulty with daily routines. Often times we’re working on gaining clarity, and perspective shifting their lens, working towards changing behavior, and having a different emotional responses.
Together, we can asses your needs and from there I integrate different approaches. I incorporate CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and strengths-based approaches. Change can be difficult and I enjoy helping people find the motivation they need to make positive behavior changes in their life!
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
Eating disorders & disordered eating - Reducing unhealthy eating patterns, beliefs, and behaviors, such as restricting, purging, and binging; healing the emotional pain surrounding disordered eating
Existential crisis & challenges - Supportive exploration of meaning and purpose in one’s life; finding one’s path in the face of existential anxiety, dread, and feelings of meaninglessness
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
Years of Experience: 1 year
Elevated Life Counseling, Therapist, 2022 - Present
Loyola University of Chicago, MSW, 2022
Illinois: 150109282
English