The Watchword Way
At Watchword Center we provide the best care by being:
Collaborative - We’ll meet you where you are and collaborate with you on your goals and pacing. You are the expert in your own life and we will be your partner, combining our clinical knowledge with your experience.
Authentic - We believe in supporting you by blending professionalism and clinical training with authenticity. Our therapists are real people who strive to be genuine.
Nonjudgmental - We know that emotions are part of being human. Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, so we commit to unconditional positive regard in our sessions with you.
Accepting - We want to provide a safe space that welcomes everyone. All races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, body types, nations of origin, physical abilities, and religions are accepted here.
Our Name
The Watchword Center name comes from one of the most famous Chicago maxims by Daniel Burnham, the architect and city planner.
“Make no little plans; they have no magic to stir mens’ blood and probably themselves will not be realized. … Let your watchword be order and your beacon beauty.”
Not only does this quote capture the spirit of Chicago (where we’re based), but also the spirit of the therapy process. Thinking outside of the box, learning to be more flexible, and not limiting oneself are core tenants of healthy self-care.
“Watchword” by itself means core aim or belief, one’s guiding principle. Together we’ll identify and explore what you value (aka your watchwords), and help you move towards what matters to you. We provide psychotherapy services designed to help you live your life intentionally.
What’s your Watchword?
Our People
Watchword center therapists are real people with unique skills. They have their own journeys too and know first hand what its like to work towards better mental health.