Emily Assef, LSW, IL | Psychotherapist

About Emily Assef

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Relational

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Emily Assef

Emily Assef, LSW (She/Her) is a queer therapist who works with adults and adolescents navigating emotional regulation, relational conflict, identity exploration, trauma processing, and anxiety.

What should a new client know about working with you?

She integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and somatic interventions, with a particular focus on supporting neurodivergent clients, including those with OCD, ADHD, and Autism.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Emily offers both in-person sessions in Ravenswood and virtual therapy.

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Popular visit reasons

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Office location

Emily Assef, LSW also offers online video visits for patients

Mk Counseling and Wellness

1806 W Cuyler Ave, Chicago, IL 60613

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Education and background

Practice names

Mk Counseling and Wellness

Education and training

University of Chicago: Hyde Park, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1972495059

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Emily Assef?

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

Is Emily Assef accepting new patients?

Emily Assef generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Emily Assef's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Emily Assef accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Emily Assef online?

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What practice does Emily Assef work with?

Emily Assef works with Mk Counseling and Wellness.

Where is Emily Assef's office located?

Emily Assef has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Emily Assef's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Emily Assef?

Emily Assef frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Emily Assef on their profile.