What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.97
Bedside manner
5.00
“Margaret is an extremely accommodating, prompt, creative, validating clinician! It truly feels like she meets you where you’re at. ”
HMLess than 3 months ago
“Margaret is extremely professional and uses her experience and knowledge to create a safe and productive environment. Love her! ”
JALess than 3 months ago
About Margaret Bick
Focus areas
Burnout
Therapy
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Groups
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Adlerian
Compassion Focused
Art Therapy
Dialectical (DBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Margaret Bick
Margaret is a trauma-informed therapist and art therapist in Chicago, Illinois, who provides warm, creative, and client-centered care for adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, identity development, and life transitions. She holds a Master’s in Counseling with a concentration in Art Therapy from Adler University and brings an integrative, compassionate approach to mental health treatment.
Margaret combines evidence-based therapy with expressive arts therapy to support clients in ways that fit their needs, preferences, and goals. With a background in fine arts and community service, she believes in the healing power of creativity, cultural humility, and genuine human connection.
Her approach is grounded in person-centered care, trauma-informed frameworks, and social justice values. Margaret incorporates both verbal and nonverbal expressive modalities to help clients process emotions, build insight, and move toward meaningful personal growth. She is known for meeting clients with compassion, curiosity, and creativity while fostering emotional safety, empowerment, and respect for each person’s complexity.
What should a new client know about working with you?
When you work with me, you can expect a welcoming, creative space where your full self is honored. As an art therapist, I believe that healing can happen through both words and image-making, and you don’t need to consider yourself “artistic” to benefit. We’ll collaborate to explore your inner world—using conversation, art materials, and mindfulness to uncover patterns, gain insight, and nurture meaningful change. My approach is grounded in compassion and curiosity, and I aim to support you in expressing, understanding, and reconnecting with the parts of yourself that may need care and attention.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My approach is collaborative and shaped by your unique needs, interests, and comfort level with creative expression. In the beginning, we’ll focus on getting to know each other, exploring your story, and identifying the areas you’d like to work on. Together, we’ll set goals and move at a pace that feels right for you—whether that involves talk therapy, art-making, or a combination of both. I draw from evidence-based practices in art therapy and psychotherapy to support your healing process. Throughout our work, I regularly check in to ensure our sessions feel helpful, supportive, and aligned with what matters most to you.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $255 for 55 minutes
Ongoing session: $205 for 55 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
More information on payments and coverage
Out-of-pocket pricing is as follows:
$255/55 minute initial session
$205/50 minute follow-up session
$102.5/25 minute follow-up session
Office location
Margaret Bick, MA, ATR, LPC also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- Art Therapy Credentials Board
Education and training
- Adler University, Master's in Counseling and Art Therapy
- University of Oregon (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1700751773
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.97
Bedside manner
5.00
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31 reviews
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Wholeheartedly recommend Margaret. A trusted colleague who combines professionalism with genuine care for her clients.
Less than 6 months agoAM
Margaret is so warm and welcoming with a wonderful sense of humor. Immediately felt safe and understood
Less than 6 months agoWA
Margaret is affirming, thoughtful, and kind. I always feel at home and supported.
Less than 6 months agoHT
Soo personably and caring, can’t wait to see Margaret next!!
Less than 3 months agoML
Margaret is an exceptional art therapist—kind and talented.
Less than 6 months agoJM
Margaret is an extremely accommodating, prompt, creative, validating clinician! It truly feels like she meets you where you’re at.
Less than 3 months agoHM
Margaret is extremely professional and uses her experience and knowledge to create a safe and productive environment. Love her!
Less than 3 months agoJA
Amazing. Best ever!!!
Less than 3 months agoJC
Margaret is truly one of the most thoughtful, caring, artistic, and compassionate people i’ve ever met. She helped me learn how to use art to help cope with my anxiety and depression….and I can honestly say she has improved the quality of my life. She was kind, patient, and so incredibly supportive-i am SO thankful for her and the progress i made with her.
Less than 3 months agoAM
Margaret is an amazing person and therapist-she made me feel so comfortable and validated during our talks, and also offered me so much insight and encouragement throughout our meetings. She has helped me process so many things i never imagined I’d work through. She made me WANT to open up and discuss things, which is something i rarely desire to do.
Less than 3 months agoMR
Margaret is an amazing listener who provides great advice. She is very easy to talk to and provides a great level of comfortability. I highly recommend Margaret!!!
Less than 3 months agoCD
Margaret was incredibly helpful to me during my rough patch. Her ability to listen and understand my emotions was something I’ve never experienced before. I really enjoyed our sessions!
Less than 3 months agoJL
It's been a pleasure working with Margaret. She brings a great deal of heart and soul to her work. She brings a thoughtful, grounded presence to her work and has a remarkable ability to help clients express and process experiences that feel difficult to put into words. Margaret is deeply attuned, creative, and intentional in how she integrates art therapy into the therapeutic process, always meeting clients where they are.
As a colleague, she is collaborative, reflective, and committed to ethical, compassionate care. I consistently see her approach her work with curiosity, respect, and genuine care for the people she serves. I would confidently recommend Margaret to anyone seeking a skilled and supportive art therapist.
Less than 3 months agoKM
I find Margaret to be supportive and intuitive.
Less than 6 months agoLK
Creative, compassionate, skilled art therapist.
Less than 6 months agoDB
I've learned so much from Margaret!
Less than 6 months agoMB
Margaret's amazing - she's kid, attentive, and incredibly easy to speak with. I'd highly recommend seeing her if you're considering it!
Less than 6 months agoJC
It has been amazing working with Margaret. She has showed me how beneficial art therapy can be. Truly gifted in the field. She is an incredible therapist!
Less than 6 months agoGH
Amazing art therapist - one of a kind!
Less than 6 months agoFW
Margaret brings a remarkable blend of warmth, creativity, and clinical skill to her work as an art therapist. She creates an atmosphere where clients feel truly seen and supported while using art and expressive methods to help them explore, process, and heal. Her natural talent and compassion shine through in every session. Margaret’s presence is grounding, kind, and deeply affirming. Our clients often share how much they value her creativity, insight, and the sense of safety she fosters. Nourishment Works is so lucky to have her on our team.
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What practice does Margaret Bick work with?
Margaret Bick works with Nourishment Works.
Where is Margaret Bick's office located?
Margaret Bick has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Margaret Bick's profile.
Which board certifications does Margaret Bick have?
Margaret Bick is certified by Art Therapy Credentials Board.
What are common reasons for patients to see Margaret Bick?
Margaret Bick 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 Margaret Bick on their profile.
What languages does Margaret Bick speak?
Margaret Bick speaks English.
How do patients rate Margaret Bick in reviews?
31 patients have reviewed Margaret Bick. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.97/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.