About Bailey Amis
Focus areas
Anxiety
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Stress
Psychotherapy
Worry
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
EMDR
Strength-Based
Emotionally Focused
Relational
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Bailey Amis
*Please note all appointments are subject to confirmation; look for an email after booking from Concentric Counseling to gather additional information to ensure we can meet your therapy needs and verify your insurance benefits.
**Bailey does not accept Medicaid or Medicare plans.
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Arkansas and a Bachelor’s from Oklahoma State University. I completed my internship at Water’s Edge Counseling and Play Therapy. I have provided counseling to tweens, adolescents, and adults facing various challenges and life transitions. I value building a strong therapeutic relationship so clients feel safe to bring their full selves into therapy. My approach is guided by empathy, genuineness, and compassion. I believe therapy is collaborative, partnering with clients to identify growth areas, explore barriers, and determine how to overcome challenges.
In sessions, I use a psychodynamic, client-centered approach. We focus on discovering strengths and building coping skills. As clients practice these skills outside sessions, we work together to identify deeper roots of anxiety, depression, and other symptoms. I believe past experiences impact current challenges—part of my work is uncovering this connection and resolving traumas and emotional wounds to help create a fulfilling future.
One modality I use is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, a structured approach to treating trauma and other symptoms by reprocessing traumatic or chronic stress experiences.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I earned a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Science from Oklahoma State University and a Master’s in Counseling with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health from the University of Arkansas where I was a member of the Sigma Chi Iota Honors Society. During my graduate program, I focused on becoming a trauma-informed therapist and developing my skills for working with clients who have experienced trauma.
While completing my practicum experience at Piney Ridge Treatment Center, I worked with adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, maladaptive sexual behaviors, and trauma. Following my practicum experience, I had the opportunity to complete my internship at Water’s Edge Counseling and Play Therapy where I worked with clients of a variety of ages, cultures, orientations, and life experiences. Working with such a wide range of clients gave me an appreciation for each client’s individual journey and the experiences that they have had before and during their time in therapy, and how those experiences have shaped them as a person. Since graduating with my master’s, I have worked in private practice with clients experiencing life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, and stress.
To complement my work as a trauma-informed therapist I completed a 50-hour training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy by Dr. Robbie Adler-Tapia of Tapia Counseling & Psychological Services. Dr. Adler-Tapia was originally trained in EMDR by Dr. Francine Shapiro, who originated and developed Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. I also obtained 10 hours of EMDR consultation from an EMDRIA certified training center. After experiencing EMDR as a client with my own therapist, I felt like it was an invaluable tool to add to my work with clients who have experienced trauma or chronic stress. I continue to seek consultation and advanced training to learn more about EMDR and how it can benefit clients.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Although I provide general therapy and counseling services to individuals and adolescents, here are the areas that I am very passionate about:
Anxiety and Stress:
Panic Attacks
Anxiety Disorders
Life Transitions and Stressors
Fears and Avoidance
Depression and Mood:
Self-Harm
Suicidal Ideation
Major and Situational Depression
Trauma:
Adverse Childhood Experiences/Abuse
Chronic Stress/Trauma
Religious Trauma
EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Mind-Body Connection
Relationship and Intimacy:
Dating Issues
LGBTQI+ Aware and Affirming
Intimacy and Sexual Concerns
The Self:
Body Image/Body Neutrality
Identity
Values
Spiritual Issues
Self-Esteem
Gender and Sexuality Exploration
Tweens/Teens/Adolescents:
Self-Esteem
Gender Identity
Anxiety and Depression
School and Social Challenges
Interpersonal Relationships
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In-network insurances
Bailey Amis, LCPC has +19 in-network plans.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
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Office locations
Bailey Amis, LCPC also offers online video visits for patients
Concentric Counseling and Consulting (1 of 2)
30 N Michigan Ave, Ste 1217, Chicago, IL 60602
Concentric Counseling and Consulting (2 of 2)
6232 N Pulaski Rd, Ste 400, Chicago, IL 60646
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Arkansas, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Oklahoma State University (Bachelor's)
- Water’s Edge Counseling and Play Therapy (Internship)
Professional memberships
- Sigma Chi Iota Honors Society
- Association for Size Diversity and Health
NPI number
1720662448
How soon can I make an appointment with Bailey Amis?
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Is Bailey Amis accepting new patients?
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Does Bailey Amis accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Bailey Amis online?
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What practice does Bailey Amis work with?
Bailey Amis works with Concentric Counseling and Consulting.
Where is Bailey Amis's office located?
Bailey Amis has 3 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Bailey Amis's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Bailey Amis?
Bailey Amis frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Bailey Amis on their profile.
What languages does Bailey Amis speak?
Bailey Amis speaks English.