Emily Lustig, LCSW, Chicago, IL | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“For my first time coming to therapy I was a little nervous but she made me feel super comfortable, and was really funny and just felt like she was listening the whole time. Definitely will be rescheduling with her:)”

Madison C.February 21, 2023Video visit

About Emily Lustig

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Childhood Trauma

Perfectionism

Anxiety

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Women's Issues Therapy

Burnout

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

EMDR

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Emily Lustig

Therapy is an opportunity to explore how to heal in order to live an empowered and fulfilling life. If you are feeling anxious and overwhelmed from your day-to-day or recovering from a traumatic event, therapy can be a supportive space to pursue various avenues for healing and growth. In our collaborative space, myself and female-identified clients at Balanced Awakening will identify what brings you a true sense of joy and belonging as well as practical skills for managing life stressors. I hold a Master's in Social Work and a Bachelor's degree from Saint Louis University, St. Louis, which inform my compassionate and client-centered approach.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My role in the therapeutic relationship is to act as a curious observer- to reflect back what I notice and to broaden our shared understanding of your experiences. I offer a non-judgmental space for you to do the therapeutic work necessary for your own healing. It is one of my most firmly held beliefs that each person is deserving of compassion and hope and I strive to help my clients honor that in themselves. Therapy can be a daunting task, but it can also be a space to explore your full range of emotion. In our shared space you can expect to have moments of sadness, relief, and laughter.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

In practice, I utilize aspects of various evidence-based modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness to support you in working towards your mental health goals. As a psychotherapist, I approach each therapeutic relationship with a trauma-informed and intersectional feminist lens. I have experience supporting clients as they explore their relationship with substance use, mental health, trauma, and life-transitions. I have a specific interest in working with those who struggle with anxiety and are ready to make meaningful change in their life. In working with clients across the lifespan, it has affirmed my belief that we are all deserving of healing.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Anxiety Disorder

Boundary Issues

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Anxiety

Anxiety Disorder

Boundary Issues

Childhood Trauma

Office location

Emily Lustig, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Balanced Awakening, PC

25 E Washington St, Ste 1505, Chicago, IL 60602

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Education and background

Practice names

Balanced Awakening, PC

Education and training

Saint Louis University, St. Louis, Master's in Social Work
Saint Louis University, St. Louis (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1457016149

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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11 reviews

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Emily is vey welcoming, easy to talk to and observant. I found the session very helpful.

More than 1 year agoStephanie S.Verified patient

For my first time coming to therapy I was a little nervous but she made me feel super comfortable, and was really funny and just felt like she was listening the whole time. Definitely will be rescheduling with her:)

February 21, 2023Madison C.Verified patientVideo visit

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Emily Lustig?

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Is Emily Lustig accepting new patients?

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

Does Emily Lustig accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Emily Lustig online?

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What practice does Emily Lustig work with?

Emily Lustig works with Balanced Awakening, PC.

Where is Emily Lustig's office located?

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

What are common reasons for patients to see Emily Lustig?

Emily Lustig frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Emily Lustig on their profile.

What languages does Emily Lustig speak?

Emily Lustig speaks English.

How do patients rate Emily Lustig in reviews?

11 patients have reviewed Emily Lustig. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.