Divya Chand

BIPOC Identifying

Therapist

Gender Identity: nonbinary

Short Biography

As a queer immigrant of color, I'm passionate about supporting immigrants, people of color, and LGBTQIA+ communities to access quality mental health support. Whether you feel stuck in overwhelm or numbness, or in cycles you want to break out of, I will work to support you in transforming the parts of yourself that you believe no longer serve you. This work includes exploring the context behind what makes you think and feel in the ways that you do. I aim to support you to find your own definitions of healing and wellness, and build your own unique paths towards joyful and fulfilling lives.

Therapy Philosophy

My practice is rooted in decolonial and healing justice oriented frameworks. I work to co-create a therapeutic space for you to express yourself, unpack your experiences, and exist in all your complexity. My goal is to support you in building honest and authentic relationships - with yourself, and with the people and places around you.

Special Training & Certifications

I use relational-cultural and narrative approaches, psychodynamic theory, liberation psychology and CBT. I have worked extensively with adult survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. I have also worked with people navigating an array of interpersonal struggles, including interpersonal trauma, impact of childhood experiences, depression, grief etc.

Clinical Focus / Specialties

Trauma Anxiety Depression Persistent sadness or low motivation Post-traumatic stress (PTSD) Childhood abuse or neglect Sexual trauma Domestic or intimate partner violence Relationship conflict Communication difficulties Family conflict Low self-esteem Self-criticism Perfectionism Assertiveness difficulties Identity exploration Stress & Life Adjustment Relationship loss Complicated grief Sexuality & Gender-Related Concerns Sexual identity exploration Coming out support Feeling stuck Loss of meaning or direction Personal growth “Not feeling like myself”

Therapist Methodology

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Informed Therapy Narrative Therapy Feminist Therapy Relational Cultural Therapy

Core Values

Social Justice & Equity Values

Anti-racist Liberation-oriented Feminist-informed Queer- and trans-affirming Racial equity-focused Culturally responsive Immigrant and refugee-affirming Anti-oppressive practice Intersectional awareness Abolitionist mental health lens Decolonial / decolonizing approach Healing justice framework

Identity, Community & Belonging Values

LGBTQIA+ affirming Gender-expansive aware BIPOC-affirming Centering marginalized voices Multicultural sensitivity Cultural identity exploration Affirming intersectional identities

Relational & Healing Philosophy Values

Trauma-informed Client-centered Collaborative Authentic and transparent Relational and attachment-oriented Emotions as information Dignity and respect Transparency and repair Co-created healing relationship

Mind & Body Spirit & Holistic Healing Values

Somatic / body-based awareness Creative expression in therapy Grief as transformation Connection between personal and systemic healing Grounded presence

Practice Ethics & Professional Integrity Values

Accountability and integrity Transparency in process Anti-carceral and anti-pathologizing lens Restorative justice-informed Therapist as co-learner

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✅ Free consultation available

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Practice Information

Experience: 10 years
Availability: Online & In Person
Languages: English, Hindi
Session Cost: $175 – $250
Accepts Insurance: Yes
Aetna (including Student Health) PPO Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) PPO Cigna Optum Oxford United Behavioral Health
Populations Served: 18+,BIPOC clients,LGBTQIA+ clients,Immigrant and First Generation

Credentials

License:
License verification pending or self-certified

Office & Contact Info

Phone:
6314285604
Email:
divya.vchand@gmail.com
Physical Location(s):

📍 Chicago, Illinois
1300 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
United States