Open Book Therapy - Chicago

I don’t have a prepared speech or eloquent post regarding the results of the 2024 election. I can only say that as a therapist who has now worked through three tRump elections, that I was still unprepared for this sadness. I was unprepared for this overwhelming sense of dread. But I am here with all of you in this. This is not a post trying to pander to gaining business and social media attention to the OBT brand - but simply a message that I am with you. I hear you. I will still fight with you. I don’t have much to offer but a sincere and literal shoulder to cry on and with and the dogs will be in the office this week to offer cuddles and support. We can still stand together. We can still fight. We can still love those that will see us authentically for who we are and love us back.

Please take care of yourself today.

Attached below I have listed Mental Health Hotlines for those who may need extra support over the next few days.

988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
988
988 is the a three-digit dialing code that will connect callers in crisis to trained counselors that will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary.

Crisis Textline
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a volunteer Crisis Counselor
Free 24/7 support at your fingertips.

January is Mental Wellness Month! Check out the next few slides to see how we can take care of our mental wellness during this month!

Open Book Therapy is sending love to everyone during this winter holiday season. Remember to take time for yourself and be gentle during these times where often we feel great pressure to measure up to expectations we didn’t agree to. ❤️ Photos from:

Happy December Everybody! Here are a few updates for the month. We look forward to meeting with you all whether it is in person or through Telehealth.