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Cristina Camaras Lieberson, LCSW

Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Lieberson Psychotherapy PLLC
Specialties: Adoption, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Attachment Issues in Romantic Relations, Climate Anxiety,
Insurance: BlueCross and BlueShield, Aetna, Aetna, Northwestern University, Aetna, University of Chicago, United Healthcare,

Introduction

Psychotherapy is a safe space to focus on yourself and to improve your self-esteem. Together, we will work to understand the best way to make you feel better. EXPERIENCE I am a psychotherapist with more than 10 years of experience in mental health in various settings, non-profit organizations, community clinics, and private practice. I have an international degree in Psychology, a Master in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Chicago, postgraduate fellowship training in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at the Chicago Center for Psychoanalysis and a Certificate in Global Mental Health: Trauma and Recovery. My therapeutic approach is multifaceted, appropriately reflecting the complexity of each client. I practice from a dynamic approach and combine various modalities, including psychodynamic, attachment-based, and multicultural therapy. I specialize in generalized anxiety, social and performance anxiety, panic attacks, developmental trauma, complex-PTSD, depression, attachment disorders, attachment issues in romantic relations, body image issues, and low self-esteem. Additional focus: chronic occupational stress, academic and professional development. THEORETICAL ORIENTATIONS Attachment-based therapy is a modern form of psychodynamic therapy. Its foundation rests on the innovative works of British and U.S. psychologists John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth, started in the 60s. The goal is to address insecure attachment styles: anxious-ambivalent, avoidant, and disorganized. It uses mentalization, reflective functioning, exploration as treatment techniques, among others. The entire personality is at work. A new sense of security, of understanding patterns of relating to self and to others are examined and resolved. The therapeutic relationship is used as a tool to heal an insecure attachment style that creates emotional dysregulation and distress in interpersonal relations. Psychodynamic psychotherapy originates in Freud's psychoanalysis. It is an in-depth form of talk-therapy that explores the emotional origins of the issues clients bring to therapy and addresses the person as a whole. The main interventions used are exploration, self-reflection and self-examination. Client develops a deep understanding of oneself and new, healthier ways to deal with life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is based on a cognitive approach to mental illness. It was developed by psychologist Aaron T. Beck in the 60s in the U.S. He hypothesized that people’s emotions and behaviors are influenced by their perceptions of events, rather than by the situations per se. CBT aims to alleviate distress by helping clients develop more adaptive cognitions and behaviors. It is the most widely researched and empirically supported psychotherapeutic method. COST OF PSYCHOTHERAPY 15-minute free phone consultation initial consultation $220 individual therapy 60 minutes $200 individual therapy 45 minutes $150 INSURANCE Your insurance company and plan establishes how much you save and pay for mental health services. You may be responsible for a deductible, a copay, or a coinsurance. The best way to find out is to call the number on the back of your insurance card. Benefits will be verified before the initial session. There are no hidden costs for psychotherapy. In-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare. Out-of-network with all major PPO plans. Your insurance can provide information on your out-of-network benefits and coverage. A Superbill will be provided to you for reimbursement. You will submit directly to your insurance company for payments. Please reach out by email at liebersonpsychotherapy@gmail.com, by phone, or by using the contact button. Thank you! Dial 988 for Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White, Eastern European

Highlights

  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #149020318 (IL)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Romanian

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Cristina Camaras Lieberson, LCSW accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Aetna
  • Aetna, Northwestern University
  • Aetna, University of Chicago
  • United Healthcare
  • U-SHIP, University of Chicago

Pay out-of-pocket

Cristina Camaras Lieberson, LCSW has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

Lieberson Psychotherapy PLLC
CHICAGO, IL 60618-1561
Telehealth Provided in Patient's Home

Frequently asked questions

Is Cristina Camaras Lieberson, LCSW accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Cristina Camaras Lieberson, LCSW is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Cristina Camaras Lieberson, LCSW offer telehealth appointments? Cristina Camaras Lieberson, LCSW does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Cristina Camaras Lieberson, LCSW specialize in? Cristina Camaras Lieberson, LCSW specializes in the following areas: Adoption, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Depression, Life Transitions, Postpartum Depression, Prejudice/Discrimination, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Separation Anxiety, Sexual Abuse, Social Anxiety, Trauma, Women's Health, and Work Stress.

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