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I believe therapy is an opportunity to help people discover their authentic selves and guide them through their process of growth. Through the therapeutic experience, we learn how to accept all parts of ourselves, allowing us to build a deeper sense of self-compassion, courage, and confidence. My clinical style is built on mutual trust. I focus on building connections through empathy, warmth, humor, and honesty. As your therapist, I strive to help you identify and build upon the strengths you already have in order to create the change you’re seeking.
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My clinical interests involve working with individuals experiencing infertility and reproductive health issues, perinatal mental health, as well as grief, trauma and anxiety. In my practice, I resonate most with Psychodynamic, Acceptance and Commitment, Internal Family Systems, and Emotion Centered theories, using a holistic approach in our work together.
This approach enables us to uncover recurring patterns in your life and relationships and wholeheartedly embrace the full spectrum of emotions that come alongside the human journey. I enjoy using mindfulness, movement and breath work as part of my practice. I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Northwestern University.
About Defne Ildiz
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Getting To Know Defne Ildiz
I believe therapy is an opportunity to help people discover their authentic selves and guide them through their process of growth. Through the therapeutic experience, we learn how to accept all parts of ourselves, allowing us to build a deeper sense of self-compassion, courage, and confidence. My clinical style is built on mutual trust. I focus on building connections through empathy, warmth, humor, and honesty. As your therapist, I strive to help you identify and build upon the strengths you already have in order to create the change you’re seeking.
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My clinical interests involve working with individuals experiencing infertility and reproductive health issues, perinatal mental health, as well as grief, trauma and anxiety. In my practice, I resonate most with Psychodynamic, Acceptance and Commitment, Internal Family Systems, and Emotion Centered theories, using a holistic approach in our work together.
This approach enables us to uncover recurring patterns in your life and relationships and wholeheartedly embrace the full spectrum of emotions that come alongside the human journey. I enjoy using mindfulness, movement and breath work as part of my practice. I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Northwestern University.
Take the first step to finding help. Call Defne Ildiz now – (312) 313 5446
Rates & Insurance
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Individual Sessions 160
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Couples Sessions 0
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Groups Sessions 0

It’s typical for mental health professionals to not participate in your insurance network. However, numerous insurance plans do provide coverage for out-of-network services, which means you might receive partial reimbursement for your expenses.Learn more
Treatments & Expertise
Client Focus
- Individuals
- Couples
- Marital And Premarital
- Anxiety
- Prenatal
- Infidelity
- Grief
- Sex Therapy
- Stress
- Mood Disorders
- Infertility
- Coping Skills
- Pregnancy
- Chronic Illness
- Relationship Issues
- Developmental Disorders
- Self Esteem
- Postpartum
- Women's Issues
- Psychodynamic
- Compassion Focused
- Attachment-based
- Narrative
- Interpersonal
- Culturally Sensitive
- Family Therapy
- Family Systems
- Strength-based
- Acceptance And Commitment (act)
- Internal Family Systems (ifs)
- Person-centered
- Multicultural
- Integrative
- Emotionally Focused
- Mindfulness-based (mbct)
- Teen
- Adults
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I believe therapy is an opportunity to help people discover their authentic selves and guide them through their process of growth. Through the therapeutic experience, we learn how to accept all parts of ourselves, allowing us to build a deeper sense of self-compassion, courage, and confidence. My clinical style is built on mutual trust. I focus on building connections through empathy, warmth, humor, and honesty. As your therapist, I strive to help you identify and build upon the strengths you already have in order to create the change you’re seeking.
View 4 Photos
My clinical interests involve working with individuals experiencing infertility and reproductive health issues, perinatal mental health, as well as grief, trauma and anxiety. In my practice, I resonate most with Psychodynamic, Acceptance and Commitment, Internal Family Systems, and Emotion Centered theories, using a holistic approach in our work together.
This approach enables us to uncover recurring patterns in your life and relationships and wholeheartedly embrace the full spectrum of emotions that come alongside the human journey. I enjoy using mindfulness, movement and breath work as part of my practice. I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Northwestern University.
About Defne Ildiz
Identity
Getting To Know Defne Ildiz
I believe therapy is an opportunity to help people discover their authentic selves and guide them through their process of growth. Through the therapeutic experience, we learn how to accept all parts of ourselves, allowing us to build a deeper sense of self-compassion, courage, and confidence. My clinical style is built on mutual trust. I focus on building connections through empathy, warmth, humor, and honesty. As your therapist, I strive to help you identify and build upon the strengths you already have in order to create the change you’re seeking.
View 4 Photos
My clinical interests involve working with individuals experiencing infertility and reproductive health issues, perinatal mental health, as well as grief, trauma and anxiety. In my practice, I resonate most with Psychodynamic, Acceptance and Commitment, Internal Family Systems, and Emotion Centered theories, using a holistic approach in our work together.
This approach enables us to uncover recurring patterns in your life and relationships and wholeheartedly embrace the full spectrum of emotions that come alongside the human journey. I enjoy using mindfulness, movement and breath work as part of my practice. I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Northwestern University.
Take the first step to finding help. Call Defne Ildiz now – (312) 313 5446
Rates & Insurance
-
Individual Sessions 160
-
Couples Sessions 0
-
Groups Sessions 0

It’s typical for mental health professionals to not participate in your insurance network. However, numerous insurance plans do provide coverage for out-of-network services, which means you might receive partial reimbursement for your expenses.Learn more
Treatments & Expertise
Client Focus
- Individuals
- Couples
- Marital And Premarital
- Anxiety
- Prenatal
- Infidelity
- Grief
- Sex Therapy
- Stress
- Mood Disorders
- Infertility
- Coping Skills
- Pregnancy
- Chronic Illness
- Relationship Issues
- Developmental Disorders
- Self Esteem
- Postpartum
- Women's Issues
- Psychodynamic
- Compassion Focused
- Attachment-based
- Narrative
- Interpersonal
- Culturally Sensitive
- Family Therapy
- Family Systems
- Strength-based
- Acceptance And Commitment (act)
- Internal Family Systems (ifs)
- Person-centered
- Multicultural
- Integrative
- Emotionally Focused
- Mindfulness-based (mbct)
- Teen
- Adults
Not sure if you’re the right fit for Defne‘s Practice? Take This Quick Survey