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Dr. Colleen Cira, PsyD

Dr. Colleen Cira, PsyD

Psychologist
155 N Michigan Ave, Ste 450, Chicago, IL
4.83
“I love Dr. Cira and have ended up seeing her now for over a year. She's insightful, respectful and helpful. I absolutely adore her and will continue to see her as long as I am in this city. She's really great with women's issues (coming from a woman who saw her for body image and perfectionism). Also, she's an adopter of new technologies (such as payment services) to continuously improve the patient experience ”
Initials hiddenDecember 12, 2016
Highly recommended
90% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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Available appointments

Tomorrow, Apr 5 – Sat, Apr 18
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.83

Average wait time

4.96

Bedside manner

4.96
“I love Dr. Cira and have ended up seeing her now for over a year. She's insightful, respectful and helpful. I absolutely adore her and will continue to see her as long as I am in this city. She's really great with women's issues (coming from a woman who saw her for body image and perfectionism). Also, she's an adopter of new technologies (such as payment services) to continuously improve the patient experience ”
Initials hiddenDecember 12, 2016
“She was excellent! Extremely understand that I had my children with me and tried to work around them while I had my appointment. She was so friendly and made me feel so comfortable! I scheduled two more appointments with her after my first she's great!”
Alexis G.February 29, 2016

About Dr. Colleen Cira

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Compassion Focused
EMDR

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Queer

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Colleen Cira

Dr. Colleen Cira is the Founder and Executive Director of Cira Center for Behavioral Health, PC. She is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and received her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. She has worked with individuals, families, couples, children, and adolescents in a variety of settings including Children’s Memorial Hospital, Mt. Sinai Hospital, Northwestern University College Counseling Center, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center as well as private/group practices in both the city of Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Dr. Cira is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). Dr. Cira practices integratively, often going back and forth between the past and the present. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness/Meditation to help people decrease the symptoms that brought them into treatment in the first place. But she also believes that early life experiences profoundly shape who we are and believes that it isn’t until we fully understand how we came to be who we are that we can truly shape our own destiny. Through the combination of insight, self-reflection and learning new skills, people can see tremendous change in their lives. While Dr. Cira helps people with many psychological and behavioral difficulties, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relational difficulties, and trauma, her primary areas of specialty is the treatment of relationship problems, sexual abuse/assault, relational/developmental trauma (very difficult childhoods) and parenting/motherhood. Additionally, she is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based intervention that has been proven effective for treating chronic as well as single incident trauma.

What should a new client know about working with you?

We at Cira Center for Behavioral Health (CCBH) believe that therapy is based on research & science, both of which are incredibly important, but know that nothing is more important than feeling heard & understood without any judgment.The process for new clients is to schedule an intake session through ZocDoc. Clients will then receive a confirmation email and instructions from our Client Care Coordinator . All further scheduling will be done directly through your therapist. Please note there is paperwork to be completed before your intake session (more information will be included on your confirmation email).

What is your typical process for working with clients?

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERAPY SESSIONS ARE CONDUCTED WEEKLY ON THE SAME DAY AND TIME. Clients will typically have 2 intake sessions in which the therapist will ask some questions about their presenting issue, upbringing, current living situation, support system, symptoms, and experiences across the lifespan. The therapist will then issue a diagnosis and set up a treatment plan for the client, which may involve weekly therapy sessions for a certain period of time.

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Dr. Colleen Cira has +45 in-network plans.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $200-null for 50 minutes
  • Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
  • Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront

More information on payments and coverage

For insurance clients: We bill your session until it has been processed by your insurance and charge the copay determined by your benefits. Payment may be collected between 1-3 weeks after each session, depending on your claim. Self-Pay clients: Payment is collected on the day or a day after your session. All payment is charged to a card that we must have on file for you.

Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bariatric Pre-Surgical Psychological Assessment
Cognitive Therapy
Depression
Marriage Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bariatric Pre-Surgical Psychological Assessment
Cognitive Therapy
Depression

Office location

Dr. Colleen Cira, PsyD also offers online video visits for patients
Cira Center for Behavioral Health
155 N Michigan Ave, Ste 450, Chicago, IL 60601
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Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Argosy University, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
  • Illinois School of Professional Psychology at National Louis University, Master's in Clinical Psychology

Awards and publications

  • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
  • Certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Top 100 Women in Chicago Making a Difference by Today’s Chicago Woman

NPI number

1346568714

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.83
Wait time
4.96
Bedside manner
4.96
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I love Dr. Cira and have ended up seeing her now for over a year. She's insightful, respectful and helpful. I absolutely adore her and will continue to see her as long as I am in this city. She's really great with women's issues (coming from a woman who saw her for body image and perfectionism). Also, she's an adopter of new technologies (such as payment services) to continuously improve the patient experience
She was excellent! Extremely understand that I had my children with me and tried to work around them while I had my appointment. She was so friendly and made me feel so comfortable! I scheduled two more appointments with her after my first she's great!
Verified patient
Dr. C is very knowledgable in her field. She is very understanding and compassionate. She really knows how to get people to open up. I would recommend her to anyone
Verified patient
I was having some anxiety problems starting early this year. It went on for months. My thoughts were spinning out of control causing various physical symptoms. After exhausting the patience of many doctors, one recommended I see a psychologist for health anxiety. I had never seen a psychologist before and felt quite ignorant not knowing what health anxiety even was. After just few sessions with Dr. Cira, I started to finally feel better. For months I felt hopeless, whereas now I see a light at the end of the tunnel. She has helped me recognize the signs and symptoms of health anxiety. This was the first psychologist I have worked with and I could not be happier. She is knowledgeable in her field, and really takes the time to listen to my problems before we work through each one. She offers insightful thoughts and questions that have really opened my eyes and made me think. I would absolutely recommend Dr. Cira to anyone.
Dr. Cira is welcoming, warm and thought provoking. She allows me to talk and then chimes in with insightful observations or additional probing questions. I've seen her several times and am feeling great after each visit.
Verified patient
She listened to me, which was very important. I thought the visit went great. I was able to tell her the problems I was having, and she was able to help me find solutions, and is confident that she can help me. That's all that I can really hope for right now.
Verified patient
Colleen was welcoming and kind during my intake visit. Although it was only our first meeting, she made me feel comfortable and listened to. I will be continuing my treatment with her.
I have been a patient of Coleen's for almost one year and very rarely have I felt this comfortable speaking w/ an individual. Coleen's professionalism is stellar, she makes sure that your voice is heard, and guides you to making your own decisions vs. intruding her own thoughts. Coleen has, and continues to help me tremendously, and I would recommend her to anyone without hesitation.
Dr. Cira makes the room a safe and comfortable place. I feel the meetings are productive and helpful. Dr. Cira is very understanding and compassionate, which makes for a great visit.
Dr. Cira is a wonderful therapist. She has helped our family cope, understand and treat the traumatic experience that our daughter is receiving therapy for. We are extremely Happy with her treatment and improvement. We highly recommend Dr. Cira to any Families seeking help, she is honestly the Greatest!
My visits are very helpful. It is difficult to discover things about myself without the assistance of Dr. Cira. Having her insight & opinion help guide me to new areas of my personal process. I have a lot of life situations that need to be talked through and she is great at helping me discover why I do what I do and how to think about my actions/thoughts differently.
I had a very pleasant first visit with Dr. Cira. I felt welcomed, comfortable, and all of my questions were answered immediately. My work with Dr. Cira has helped me grow as an individual. I have always appreciated the non-judgemental, safe and comfortable space she has facilitated for our sessions.
I thought it was great. Dr. Cira is the best therapist I've ever worked with. She's kind, smart, and truly cares about her patients. My appointment with her are usually the highlight of my week because I always come out feeling better. Dr. Cira has helped me tremendously in improving my mental health and I will recommend her to anyone needing her services. She is great!
I've been seeing Dr Cira for a couple of years. From day one I felt comfortable confiding in her. I've learned so much from her. Not only has my anxiety decreased but she reassures me that I am not crazy even though sometimes I feel like I am. I highly recommend Dr Cira to anyone with anxiety disorders. She genuinely cares about her patients.
For the past 5 years Dr. Cira has helped me through some of the most difficult times of my life. Dr. Cira is a patient listener, and she helps to break down and reframe things that happen which can be overwhelming. Dr. Cira helps me maintain a healthy perspective on life, and it helps me to know that she is there when I need her.
Dr. Colleen Cira made me feel so comfortable and relaxed during our appointment. She's very easy to open up to and is very soft spoken and caring. I can't wait to begin my journey to good mental health with her. Anybody and everybody should visit Dr. Cira.
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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Colleen Cira?

Generally, Dr. Colleen Cira has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Cira's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Colleen Cira accepting new patients?

Dr. Colleen Cira generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Cira's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Colleen Cira accept my insurance?

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Where is Dr. Colleen Cira's office located?

Dr. Colleen Cira has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Dr. Cira's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Colleen Cira?

Dr. Colleen Cira frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Colleen Cira on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Colleen Cira speak?

Dr. Colleen Cira speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Colleen Cira in reviews?

29 patients have reviewed Dr. Colleen Cira. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.83/5. They have a 4.96/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.96/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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