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Gayathri Cheran, Ph.D.

Pre-Licensed Professional
Balanced Awakening, P.C.
Accepting new clients Last Updated Today

Hi! I work with college students and emerging adults navigating identity, relationships, family expectations, anxiety, life transitions, and the pressure of figuring out who you are and what you want. I especially enjoy working with first-generation and BIPOC clients exploring how culture, family, and lived experiences shape the way they see themselves and move through the world. My approach is collaborative, culturally responsive, and grounded in understanding you as a whole person. Together, we can make sense of what you’re carrying, strengthen your relationship with yourself, and work toward changes that feel meaningful to you.

Specialties

Caregiver Support Chronic Pain Family Conflict Grief and Loss Identity Development Life Transitions Perfectionism Racial Identity Relationship Issues Self-esteem Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSD

Insurance & Payment

In-Network Insurance Plans

Gayathri Cheran, Ph.D. is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Aetna Student Health Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Choice Select PPO Empire BlueCross GEHA Medica Optum Oxford UMR United Behavioral Health UnitedHealthcare UnitedHealthcare StudentResources

Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1285024463

Rates

Locations

4043 North Ravenswood Avenue
Suite 301 + 302
Chicago, IL 60613
(630) 277-9158
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

Treatment Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Culturally Sensitive Existential Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Person-Centered Trauma Focused

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Communities

Activists First-Gen Immigrants International People of Color

Meeting Options

Video sessions available
In-person sessions available

Qualifications

  • Supervisor(s): Caitlin Stumpner
  • Supervisor License(s): IL-071010926

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): Asian or Asian American
  • Gender(s): Woman