Personal growth · Individual therapy · Chicago
Emotional Awareness
Sometimes you know that something is wrong before you can name what you feel. You may notice tension, irritability, or a wish to disappear into work rather than a clear emotion.
Explore a free consultation ↗Start with your experience.
You do not need the perfect explanation. We can begin with what has been difficult and what you would like to understand.
What you may be noticing
- Finding it hard to describe your experience
- Noticing feelings only after they build up
- Judging emotions before understanding them
Your experience may look different. These examples are starting points for a conversation.
How we can work on this
We can slow down specific situations and look at thoughts, body sensations, impulses, and needs. Over time, this may help you recognize more choices between having an emotion and acting on it.
I am Sam Rustum, LCPC. My work is collaborative: we will discuss your priorities, choose a starting point, and check whether our approach is useful to you.
A question you may have
Do I have to talk about childhood immediately?
No. We can start with your current experience. Earlier patterns may be relevant, but we will discuss when and how exploring them could serve your goals.
Talk about your next step.
A free 15-minute consultation is a chance to ask questions and discuss fit. Sessions are $300 for one hour. Contact me to confirm availability, location, and payment options.
Request a consultation ↗Sam Rustum, LCPC · Rustum Therapy, LLC · Chicago
$300 for a one-hour session · Free 15-minute consultation