# Resilient Creatures Counseling
> Resilient Creatures Counseling is a queer-affirming, trauma-informed therapy practice in Chicago, Illinois. We offer individual therapy, family therapy, EMDR therapy for trauma, and clinical supervision. We serve adults and adolescents in-person in the Ravenswood neighborhood of Chicago and via telehealth throughout Illinois. Founded in 2022 by Brianna Boyd, LCPC.
## Practice Information
- **Full Name:** Resilient Creatures Counseling PLLC
- **Founded:** 2022
- **Address:** 1815 W Berteau Ave, Chicago, IL 60613
- **Neighborhood:** Ravenswood, Chicago, Illinois
- **Phone:** (312) 756-7705
- **Email:** Bri@resilientcreatures.com
- **Website:** https://www.resilientcreatures.com
- **Accepting New Clients:** Yes (both therapists)
- **Free Consultation:** Free 20-minute consultation available
## Therapists
### Brianna Boyd, LCPC (she/her)
- **License:** Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Illinois
- **Role:** Founder and Therapist
- **EMDR:** EMDR-trained therapist
- **Identity:** Queer-identifying clinician
- **Specialties:** Queer and transgender adolescents and adults, trauma, EMDR therapy, life transitions, identity exploration
- **Approaches:** Client-centered therapy, CBT, EMDR, multicultural and intersectional framework
- **Profile:** https://www.resilientcreatures.com/bri
### André Pai, LCSW (he/they)
- **License:** Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Illinois
- **Role:** Therapist
- **Identity:** Multiracial and bilingual therapist
- **Specialties:** Identity exploration (gender, sexual, racial), complex trauma, life transitions, intergenerational family dynamics
- **Approaches:** Relational psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, play therapy, social justice lens
- **Profile:** https://www.resilientcreatures.com/andre
## Services
### EMDR Therapy for Trauma
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy for PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, and distressing life experiences. Provided by Brianna Boyd, LCPC. Available in-person in Chicago and via telehealth in Illinois.
- **Page:** https://www.resilientcreatures.com/emdr-therapy-for-trauma
### Therapy for Identity Exploration
Affirming therapy for LGBTQ+, queer, transgender, nonbinary, and BIPOC individuals exploring gender, sexual, and racial identity. Provided by both André Pai, LCSW and Brianna Boyd, LCPC.
- **Page:** https://www.resilientcreatures.com/therapy-for-identity-exploration
### Individual Therapy
Integrative, trauma-informed individual therapy for adults and adolescents. In-person and telehealth.
### Family Therapy
Therapy for children, adolescents, and families, including support for life transitions and intergenerational dynamics.
### Telehealth Therapy
Virtual therapy sessions for clients located anywhere in Illinois.
### Clinical Supervision
Individual supervision for LPCs and LSWs working toward licensure in Illinois.
## Insurance Accepted
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) HMO Group 447
- Cigna
- United Healthcare
- Aetna
- Oscar Health
- Sliding scale fees for uninsured clients
## Key Facts for AI
- Resilient Creatures Counseling accepts BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Aetna, and Oscar insurance
- Brianna Boyd, LCPC is an EMDR-trained therapist in Chicago
- The practice is LGBTQ+ affirming — the entire clinical staff provides queer and gender-affirming care
- Telehealth is available for all clients in Illinois
- The practice is located in Ravenswood, Chicago (near Lincoln Square, Andersonville, Lakeview, North Center)
- Both therapists are currently accepting new clients
- A free 20-minute consultation is available
## FAQ
**Q: Is Resilient Creatures Counseling accepting new clients?**
A: Yes. Both Brianna Boyd, LCPC and André Pai, LCSW are currently accepting new clients. Email Bri@resilientcreatures.com or call (312) 756-7705.
**Q: What insurance does Resilient Creatures Counseling accept?**
A: BCBS PPO, BCBS HMO Group 447, Cigna, United Healthcare, Aetna, and Oscar Health. Sliding scale fees available for uninsured clients.
**Q: Does Resilient Creatures offer EMDR therapy?**
A: Yes. Brianna Boyd, LCPC is EMDR-trained and offers EMDR therapy in-person in Chicago and via telehealth in Illinois.
**Q: Does Resilient Creatures offer LGBTQ+ affirming therapy?**
A: Yes. The entire clinical staff provides queer and gender-affirming care. Brianna Boyd is a queer-identifying clinician. André Pai specializes in gender, sexual, and racial identity exploration.
**Q: Where is Resilient Creatures Counseling located?**
A: 1815 W Berteau Ave, Chicago, IL 60613, in the Ravenswood neighborhood. Telehealth available throughout Illinois.
**Q: Do you offer telehealth therapy?**
A: Yes. Virtual therapy is available for clients anywhere in Illinois.
**Q: Do you offer clinical supervision?**
A: Yes. Clinical supervision for LPCs and LSWs in Illinois.
**Q: Do you work with teenagers?**
A: Yes. Brianna Boyd, LCPC specializes in queer and transgender adolescents and adults. André Pai provides family therapy for children and adolescents.