Kara Lessin, LCSW, Chicago, IL | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Kara Lessin

Focus areas

Childhood Trauma

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Dissociative Disorder

Perfectionism

Gender Affirming Counseling

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Psychodynamic

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kara Lessin

People find themselves looking for a therapist for many reasons, and with all sorts of feelings about it. Sometimes it's hard to know where to start or what could be helpful. Other times, people know all too well the answer to the question ?what brings you in?? However you're feeling, I'm excited to meet you and see where we can go in our work together. Therapy can be a space that facilitates radical shifts in our relationship with ourselves, our histories and possibilities, and others. I look forward to walking with you in discovering and honoring the experiences, knowledges, and dynamics that shape your life - and cultivating meaningful ways to move with who you are and what matters to you. I hold a Master's in Social Work from The University of Chicago, which informs my approach to this work.

What should a new client know about working with you?

As a relational psychotherapist, I believe that nothing we experience or grapple with exists in a vacuum, and my sessions are informed by feminist, queer, and critical thought. With a career-long focus on trauma therapy, I interweave client-led psychodynamic sessions with acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and cognitive processing therapy (CPT) into sessions as needed in order to best serve my clients' therapeutic goals.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I value the perspectives and traditions that urge us to notice how our experience of ourselves, our relationships, and the world is contextualized by and interwoven with systems of power and inequity; spoken and unspoken knowledges and ideologies; and material and embodied experiences. Sessions look different depending on the day, but often mine are full of laughter, tenderness, and slowing down to encounter what might often be sped through or skimmed over.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
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

I am in-network with several insurances (and awaiting panelling with more), and can provide a superbill for clients with out-of-network benefits. For self-pay clients, I can currently offer a moderate sliding scale fee.

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Boundary Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety

Boundary Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Office location

Kara Lessin, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Depth Counseling

2650 W Montrose Ave, Office 113, Chicago, IL 60618

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Education and background

Practice names

Depth Counseling

Education and training

The University of Chicago, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1073965315

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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3 reviews

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Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden

April 25, 2025Elizabeth G.Verified patient

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Kara Lessin?

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

Is Kara Lessin accepting new patients?

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

Does Kara Lessin accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Kara Lessin online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Kara Lessin using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Kara Lessin work with?

Kara Lessin works with Depth Counseling.

Where is Kara Lessin's office located?

Kara Lessin has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Kara Lessin's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kara Lessin?

Kara Lessin frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Kara Lessin on their profile.

What languages does Kara Lessin speak?

Kara Lessin speaks English.

How do patients rate Kara Lessin in reviews?

3 patients have reviewed Kara Lessin. 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.