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Jared Pulley, LPC
Children, Adolescents, College, Young Adult, Adults, Couples, Parents
Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness, Career Counseling, Infertility, Life Transitions, Couples, Men’s Issues, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Spirituality, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma informed care, LGBTQIA+ affirming
Hi! My name is Jared. As a father, husband and mental health professional for nearly 15 years, I have seen the power of counseling through safety, curiosity, and compassion for healing and growth.
I grew up in a small city in Indiana and moved to the northwest suburbs and have enjoyed making it our home for our family. I have always had an appreciation for art and initially went to school for graphic design. I found that doing art for a living took the joy out of it and out of a desire to do something meaningful and to give back, I went into the field of mental health getting my Masters from Trinity International University. I have been in the field for over a decade and have come to see therapy as both the art and science of helping others.
I invite you to read through my experiences and approach to see if anything resonates with you. Finding a therapist you relate to and trust can be difficult. My goal is to honor your experience and meet you where you are by creating a safe and welcoming space.
My Approach
At the heart of my work is a stance of compassion. Often, compassion feels foreign to us or is confused with societal messages of weakness. I learned its importance as I entered the helping field and realized that I treated others with more compassion than I treated myself. To truly help others, I had to learn to approach myself with the same compassion I extended to others. I aim to create a non-judgmental and receptive space for each person to explore their reality while honoring and validating that experience.
For Fun…
I try to find joy in the small things of life, like watching my son learn a new skill and seeing the delight on his face when he gets it. I also enjoy walks with my wife and our two poodle mix dogs as well as reading and being out in nature.
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