Kanai Gandhi, MS, IL | Psychotherapist

About Kanai Gandhi

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Sexual Behavior Problems

Family Issues

Sexual Dysfunction

Infidelity Counseling

Therapy for Communication Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kanai Gandhi

Being loved is one of the most innate needs of a human being. We find safety in being accepted, validated and connected. Sometimes, in order to achieve that sense of belonging, we need to discover our most authentic self in the narrative that we build each day. My narrative is built with each new experience. So far, what I have come to realise is that a strong facet of my identity was formed when I moved from India, where I was born and brought up, to the United States to pursue my education in Psychology. Upon experiencing life here, I learned that there is a vast difference in how people form relationships; the process is heavily influenced by their cultures, upbringing, values and experiences. Importantly, I understood that while we all share the same need to love and be loved, we do it in diverse ways. The entire idea of love can be unique to every individual. To explore that concept further, I pursued my Master's in Marriage and Family therapy from Northwestern University. In my work with clients from diverse communities at Northwestern's Family Institute and a private practice in Chicago, I built upon my multi-cultural, integrative & systemic practices. I lean strongly towards Multigenerational family models, Emotion-focused couples' therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. All my clients have appreciated my direct, honest and empathic style. Using my experience of living in dual cultures that view relationships in novel ways, I have adopted a multi-cultural lense with my clients. I specialize in working with individuals and couples from minority groups. In the past, I have successfully worked with clients who have had immigrant stressors, acculturation challenges, infidelity, communication issues, family of origin issues, sexual and intimacy issues, substance use, narrative and cognitive restructuring challenges. I believe that having a space where you feel safe enough to uncover your truest, most authent

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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

Kanai Gandhi, MS also offers online video visits for patients

Chicago Center for Relationship Counseling, P.C

30 N Michigan, Ste 1008, Chicago, IL 60602

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Education and background

Practice names

Chicago Center for Relationship Counseling, P.C

Education and training

Northwestern University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1558125427

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What practice does Kanai Gandhi work with?

Kanai Gandhi works with Chicago Center for Relationship Counseling, P.C.

Where is Kanai Gandhi's office located?

Kanai Gandhi has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Kanai Gandhi's profile.

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Kanai Gandhi 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 Kanai Gandhi on their profile.