When therapy works, it doesn’t feel rushed, scripted, or surface-level.
It feels like clarity begins to return—slowly at first, then more reliably over time.
At J. Shoshana & Associates, psychotherapy is a collaborative process grounded in neuroscience, clinical experience, and respect for the complexity of each person’s life story. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or relationship stress, therapy here is designed to help you think more clearly, regulate emotions more effectively, and effect positive change.
We provide psychotherapy for adults and couples throughout Chicago and across Illinois via secure telehealth.
What Psychotherapy Looks Like Here
Psychotherapy at Joseph Shoshana & Associates is talk therapy at its core—grounded in targeted talk, reflection, and a strong therapeutic relationship. Dr. Shoshana’s work is primarily informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). These evidence-based approaches help clients better understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors—while also building practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and decision-making.
Sessions are not scripted or mechanical. Instead, therapy is adaptive and responsive, using CBT and DBT frameworks to bring structure, clarity, and forward movement to the work—while engaging the human element that makes therapy effective.
This approach is especially helpful for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and relationship challenges, where insight alone isn’t enough and real-life tools matter.
Areas of Focus
Psychotherapy may be especially helpful if you’re experiencing:
● Anxiety & chronic stress: Persistent worry, overthinking, physical tension, or difficulty calming your mind.
● Depression & emotional numbness: Low mood, loss of motivation, disconnection, or feeling “stuck.”
● Trauma & PTSD: Past experiences that continue to shape emotional responses or daily functioning.
● ADHD in adults: Difficulty with focus, organization, emotional regulation, procrastination, or follow-through to see task to completion.
● Relationship & couples concerns: Communication breakdowns, conflict cycles, or navigating change together.
Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, therapy explores how these challenges interact—and how to address them in a sustainable way.
A Neuroscience-Informed Approach
Psychotherapy here is informed by decades of clinical experience and a deep understanding of how the brain works under stress, trauma, and emotional load. In some cases, neurofeedback may be recommended as a complementary tool—not a replacement for therapy. When used, it functions as an accelerator, helping the brain reach a more regulated state and improve overall treatment outcomes. Therapy is always recommended as a foundation.
Individual & Couples Therapy
Individual psychotherapy is focused on personal insight, emotional regulation, and long-term resilience.
Couples therapy supports partners in understanding patterns, improving communication, resolving conflicts, and using challenges in the relationship as opportunities for growth.
Clients do not need to fit a specific label or identity to benefit—what matters most is readiness for honest, collaborative work.
Who This Practice Is (and Isn’t) For
This practice may be a good fit if you’re looking for:
● A licensed psychologist with extensive clinical experience
● Therapy that balances insight with practical change
● A thoughtful, non-judgmental space
● Teletherapy options for flexibility and continuity
It may not be the right fit if you’re seeking:
● Brief coaching or motivational sessions
● Child or adolescent therapy
● Substance-use-only treatment programs
Teletherapy for Illinois Residents
Psychotherapy is available remotely for clients located in Illinois, including those living in Chicago and surrounding areas. Secure telehealth sessions allow continuity of care—even during travel or schedule changes.
Getting Started
Finding the right therapist matters. Therapy is personal, and progress depends on trust and connection.
If you’re considering psychotherapy and want to explore whether this approach is right for you, we invite you to reach out.
Schedule a consultation to discuss your goals, ask questions, and take the next step—at your pace.
