Professional life · Individual therapy · Chicago
Therapy for Researchers
Research can involve long stretches of uncertainty before any result feels clear. Setbacks, scrutiny, and limited control over opportunities may leave you questioning more than the project itself.
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
- Taking criticism as a judgment of your worth
- Difficulty resting during unfinished work
- Feeling isolated in a competitive environment
Your experience may look different. These examples are starting points for a conversation.
How we can work on this
We can explore the emotional impact of uncertainty, feedback, and comparison. Our work may include responding differently to self-criticism and creating room for a life that is not entirely organized around the next result.
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 you need expertise in my research field?
You can explain the context that matters. The focus of therapy is your experience and well-being, rather than evaluating the technical merits of your work.
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