Mental Health Services for Lasting Change

Meet Dr. Emily Blitz

Emily Blitz, PsyD, PMH-C

Welcome! I’m a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of experience providing mental health care. I specialize in insight-oriented, psychodynamic therapy. Drawing on advanced training in both psychodynamic psychotherapy and perinatal mental health, I’ve developed a meaningful understanding of the emotional experiences and attachment dynamics that arise during the formative period of childhood and how they can impact us as adults. I approach each person’s story with warmth, compassion, and understanding, helping clients explore both immediate concerns and deeper themes such as emotional experiences, attachment styles, and family-of-origin dynamics. As a relational and psychodynamic psychologist, I believe the strength of the therapeutic relationship is central to meaningful change. I strive to be a consistent, reliable presence and offer a grounded space where you feel seen, safe, and supported to explore deeper feelings.

Often, people begin therapy for an immediate issue, such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, or even existential concerns. We can explore these feelings, as well as learn a practice of slowing down, leaning into, and learning from our experiences. We can understand the past and present in new ways, finding connection, belonging, and lasting change.

Services

I specialize in psychodynamic and attachment-based psychotherapy where I help my clients heal by providing a relaxed and reliable weekly space. Often, symptoms are signs that something deeper internally seeks to be understood.

I specialize in supportive and empowering individual therapy for expectant mothers and postpartum women at every stage of their perinatal journey. Although I primarily work with women, I welcome parents of all genders. Parenthood can stir up a lot of feelings, both new and old. You’re not alone – let’s take the next step together.

I provide psychological assessments to adults for presentations including ADHD, mood disorders, and general diagnostic clarification. Testing can provide a clear and thoughtful plan for your mental health needs.

Areas of Focus

  • ADHD

  • Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents

  • Anxiety

  • Attachment Style

  • Bipolar Disorder

  • Boundaries

  • Codependency

  • Communication

  • Existential Concerns

  • Family Issues

  • Grief & Loss

  • Identity and Self-Esteem

  • Life Stage Transitions

  • Loneliness

  • Mood Disorders

  • Perinatal Mental Health

  • Perfectionism

  • Relationship Issues

  • Self Esteem

  • Spirituality

  • Stress

  • Trauma and PTSD

  • Worry

  • Women's Issues

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Dr. Emily Blitz

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Available in Chicago, IL and Virtually Across the United States

  • Conveniently located in the heart of Lakeview, I offer in-person psychotherapy and psychological testing at my office at 3322 N. Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60657.

  • I’m able to offer psychotherapy via telehealth, as I am fully licensed in both Illinois and Vermont, as well as a member of PSYPACT, which authorizes me to meet with clients virtually across participating states.