Heather D. Plastaras, Psy.D.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP)

Dr. Plastaras works with adolescents & adults dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, body image, sexual trauma & life transitions.

Overview

Dr. Plastaras is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Illinois. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Emory University. She received her Masters and Doctoral degrees from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at the University of Miami Counseling Center, and did post-doctoral work in a private practice in Chicago.

Heather D. Plastaras sees patients at the following location(s):

Chicago, Illinois

Heather D. Plastaras, Psy.D.
600 W. Fulton, Ste. 304
Chicago, Illinois 60661
Phone: (773) 580-3879
Web: www.drplastaras.com

Personal Statement

My goal is to provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental environment in which to help you reflect and examine issues in order to bring about personal growth and change. Because you will be putting a good deal of energy, time, and money into therapy, you should choose a therapist carefully. The therapeutic relationship is a crucial part of the growth and healing that occur in therapy, so I believe you should feel comfortable with the therapist you choose, and hopeful about the therapy.

I have experience in a variety of settings, so I am able to provide various types of treatment, depending on what you need. Therapy can be brief, in order to problem-solve around a specific situation, or it can be longer-term, in order to focus on deeper or more complex issues. I work with a variety of people - adolescents and adults, individually and in couples - confronting a variety of issues. I respect individual differences, and enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds.

I would welcome the opportunity to talk with you further.

Treatment Areas

Dr. Plastaras has experience treating the following areas: Aging, Anxiety Disorders, Assertiveness, Bereavement, Career Issues, Childhood Sexual Abuse Victims, Depression, Emotional Growth and Development, Identity Issues, Life Management Issues, Low Self-Esteem, Midlife Issues, Relationship Issues, Seniors' Issues, Sexual Assault Victims, Stress, Unplanned Pregnancy and Women's Issues.

Treatment Modalities

Dr. Plastaras provides Client-Centered Psychotherapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Individual Psychotherapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. She works with Adolescents, Adults and Seniors.

Affiliations

Dr. Plastaras is a provider for Blue Cross Blue Shield, Corphealth, Humana PPO and Magellan Health Services.