Barrett Kern

Barrett KernPsychologist, PsyD

Chicago, IL 60601

In-Person & Online

About

My expertise as a therapist include treating difficulties related to mood (depression, bipolar disorder), chronic pain/complex health conditions (EDS, POTS, MCAS), traumatic events (past or recent), anxiety, and psychosis. My therapy style is warm and collaborative but also humorous and active. I identify as queer and offer clients an LGBTQIA+ friendly, gender affirming, and body/sex positive therapy space. Members of the kink, BDSM, and ethical non-monogamy communities are welcomed and respected in our work. I am AuADHD and love working with neurodivergent clients, especially those diagnosed later in life. To increase overall health and wellness, I take a big picture approach and use a wide variety of therapeutic interventions. I focus on identifying practical solutions and building skills to minimize distress (e.g. CBT, DBT, ACT techniques) but also explore how the brain/nervous system, relationships, and past trauma may influence current wellbeing.

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH