Life doesn’t hand you a manual when your marriage starts falling apart, when anxiety takes over, or when you’re stuck in patterns you swore you’d never repeat. That’s where I come in.
I’m Sabita Nandy, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families in Chicago and throughout Illinois navigate life’s most challenging moments. Whether you’re dealing with relationship struggles, trauma, identity questions, or the weight of generational expectations, I offer therapy that’s grounded in neuroscience, compassionate, and, most importantly, effective.
Individual therapy is for when you're functioning fine on the outside, work's good, you're paying bills, people think you're "together", but inside? You're exhausted, anxious, or numb.
You used to talk for hours. Now conversations feel like navigating a minefield. Maybe you're having the same fight on repeat. Maybe you've stopped fighting altogether and just exist in parallel.
Family therapy helps when communication has broken down, when old wounds keep resurfacing, or when cultural or generational differences create constant tension.
You deserve a therapist who doesn't just "tolerate" your identity, someone who celebrates it. I provide affirming, non-judgmental therapy for lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals and couples.
You were born here (or came young), but your parents' homeland still shapes everything, expectations, guilt, the version of "success" you're chasing. You love your family, but their values sometimes feel suffocating.
Healing from sexual abuse isn't about "getting over it." It's about reclaiming your story, your body, and your sense of safety. I provide trauma-informed therapy that moves at your pace.
Self-image therapy addresses how you see yourself versus who you actually are. Maybe you've spent years performing a version of yourself that everyone else wanted or other things have eroded your sense of self.
You're supposed to be a great partner, amazing parent, career star, present daughter, supportive friend, and still look put-together. The "modern woman" narrative promised empowerment, but mostly it just feels like 17 roles and none fit perfectly.
An affair doesn't just break trust—it shatters your sense of reality. Whether you're the one who was hurt or the one who crossed the line (or both—it's complicated), infidelity therapy helps you decide: Can this relationship be saved? And if so, how?
You used to love your job, or at least tolerate it. Now just thinking about work makes your chest tight. Maybe it's toxic colleagues, impossible expectations, or a career that no longer aligns with who you are.
Anxiety isn't just "worrying too much." It's lying awake at 3am catastrophizing. It's avoiding things you used to love because "what if." It's your body constantly in fight-or-flight, even when there's no threat.
Premarital counseling isn't just for couples with problems, it's for couples who want to avoid them. We discuss the tough topics most people gloss over, and what happens when life doesn't go as planned.
Grief doesn't follow a timeline. It doesn't care that "it's been a year" or that people think you should be "moving on." Grief counseling helps you navigate loss with compassion, not judgment.
Your partner won't go to therapy. Maybe they think it's a waste of time, or they're in denial about the problems. But YOU know something has to change, and you're tired of waiting for them to realize it too.
Men's identity therapy creates a space where you don't have to perform. We explore purpose, connection, emotional well-being, and what it means to build a life that feels authentic, not just successful.
I offer a supportive, strength-based approach to help you move through life’s challenges. My focus lies in understanding your unique circumstances and empowering you to build resilience and achieve personal growth.
My therapy services in Chicago extend beyond traditional in-person sessions to include online and hybrid options, making it easier to prioritize your mental health no matter your schedule or location. Hybrid therapy offers the flexibility of combining in-person sessions with virtual ones, perfect for adapting to your busy lifestyle or other commitments.
I have a Master's in Physiology and advanced degrees in Counseling. That means I understand what's happening in your brain when you're stuck in patterns you can't break, and I explain it in ways that actually make sense for you to understand.
We don't spend years analyzing your childhood. We identify what's broken, map a solution, and get you there with laughs, tears and smiles. Most clients resolve their core concerns within 6 months because we focus on what actually works.
As an immigrant myself, I understand the unique challenges second-generation immigrants, multicultural families, and those navigating "sandwich generation" stress face. I help you honor your roots while building a life that feels authentically yours.
Most clients see meaningful progress within 6 months (approximately 24 sessions for individuals, 12-24 for couples). We check in regularly to assess progress and adjust as needed.
Let’s talk for 15 minutes (free). I’ll tell you honestly whether I think I can help with what you’re facing, and if not, I’ll point you toward resources that can.
No, I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, not a psychiatrist. However, I work collaboratively with psychiatrists and primary care doctors when medication may be helpful.
I offer Individual Relationship Therapy, you come alone, but we work on the relationship. Many clients find that when they shift how they show up, their partner becomes more open to joining later.
Yes! I provide secure online therapy throughout Illinois. Many clients prefer online sessions for convenience and flexibility.
I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, and other major insurers. Contact me to verify your specific plan coverage.
I offer flexible scheduling including evening and weekend appointments at both my Hyde Park and Downtown Chicago locations.
in-person and online options throughout Illinois.
Friday 10 AM – 8 PM
Saturday 9 AM – 3 PM
1525 East 53rd Street
Suite 433
Chicago, IL 60615
Parking: Paid parking available behind Akira and paid street parking.
Public Transit: CTA and Metra
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
11 AM – 8 PM
125 South Wacker Drive
Suite 308
Chicago, IL 60606
Parking: Paid street parking or multiple public garages..
Public Transit: CTA & Metra.
Whether you’re navigating relationship struggles, identity questions, trauma recovery, or generational patterns you’re ready to break, I’m here to help. Fill out the form, and I will reach out to you as soon as I can.
Individual Therapy | Couples Therapy | Marriage Counseling | Family Therapy | LGB Therapy | Immigrant Therapy | Infidelity Counseling | Anxiety Therapy | Depression Treatment | Role of Women Counseling | Premarital Counseling | Grief Counseling | Work Stress Therapy | Sexual Abuse Counseling | Men’s Identity Therapy | Self-Image Therapy
