About Beverly Ransford
Focus areas
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Mood Disorders
Stress Management
Anxiety
Relationship Struggles
Women's Issues Therapy
Life Transition
Self Esteem Issues
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Experiential Therapy
Compassion Focused
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Beverly Ransford
Uncertainty about what lies ahead and pain from life experiences can be overwhelming and isolating. You may find that you question yourself or feel like you’ve fallen short compared to others around you. I believe that facing challenges is most successful when we feel seen, supported, and understood.
Therapy can be a powerful experience that brings relief and the tools to live a more balanced and fulfilling life. I provide psychotherapy for adults and couples and have expertise in working with anxiety, relationship distress, depression, women’s health, and concerns related to confidence and adjustment to life transitions.
As a licensed clinical psychologist with a PsyD in Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, I support clients in exploring current and past experiences and relationships to better understand their distress. I find that both insight and connecting with emotion create space for growth. For many, this may involve more effective expression of their needs, learning skills to manage distress, or finding acceptance.
I have a particular interest in working with those who struggle with low self-worth and turn to self-blame and self-criticism. Shifting your view of yourself and how you care for yourself is empowering and rewarding personal work. Finding a therapist who you connect with is important. If something here resonated with you, please feel free to reach out.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Dr. Ransford is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with experience providing therapy to adults and couples. She has worked with a diversity of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, identity-related concerns, and life transitions. She has specialized training and expertise in the areas of intimate partner violence, multicultural counseling, gender identity, self-worth, and perfectionism.
Dr. Ransford works alongside clients to build safety and trust to enable authenticity and personal growth. She is mindful that culture and societal factors play a role in shaping our identities and experiences, and she invites clients to explore this in session. Using a warm and empathic approach, Dr. Ransford helps clients gain insight into unhelpful patterns and how past experiences may impact their relationship with themselves and others. Her approach focuses on connecting with emotions which help to open up space for new ways of managing distress. She incorporates mindfulness and empowers clients to move towards self-understanding and acceptance in the face of uncertainty, self-doubt, and unmanageable expectations.
Dr. Ransford received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and has been working in the mental health field for ten years. Dr. Ransford is a member of the American Psychological Association and the Illinois Psychological Association.
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In-network insurances
Beverly Ransford, LCP has 50+ in-network plans.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $220 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $195 for 53 minutes
Office location
Beverly Ransford, LCP also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Chicago School of Professional Psychology, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
Professional memberships
- American Psychological Association
- Illinois Psychological Association
NPI number
1710521885
How soon can I make an appointment with Beverly Ransford?
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What practice does Beverly Ransford work with?
Beverly Ransford works with Birchwood Clinic.
Where is Beverly Ransford's office located?
Beverly Ransford has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Beverly Ransford's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Beverly Ransford?
Beverly Ransford frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Beverly Ransford on their profile.
What languages does Beverly Ransford speak?
Beverly Ransford speaks English.