LISA KATONA, LCSW, CST
Psychotherapist & Certified Sex Therapist
Lisa Katona, LCSW, CST

I believe that choosing the right therapist is essential. It takes courage to examine our challenges and learn from them. I want to offer you a space to enhance your emotional and psychological well-being. Through the therapeutic process I hope to help you determine what you really want for yourself and work towards achieving those goals.

I look forward to meeting you so we can work together to make real and lasting change.

About Lisa

After earning my Master’s degree from the University of Michigan, I became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker through the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). I am also a Certified Sex Therapist through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT). I am also trained as a Level I provider of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, through the Sensorimotor Processing Institute (SPI).  With over a decade of experience in community mental health and as a sex therapist, I have worked successfully with a broad spectrum of people and a wide range of challenges.

I am an engaged and empathic therapist who works to ensure that your experience is one free from judgment or criticism. Because each person is unique, I offer you individualized care as an active and collaborative therapist. I believe that therapy should be a safe space to grow into the person you hope to be.

Services

Psychotherapy
As a psychotherapist, I have training and experience working with a range of presenting concerns which include: anxiety, depression, life transitions, sexual orientation, gender identity, non-monogamy, grief and loss, navigating conflict and a range of other issues that can impact both individuals and couples.  I look forward to working with you.

Sex Therapy
As a sex therapist, I aim to provide specialized care in the areas of sex therapy and couples therapy.   Sex therapy focuses on creating or restoring more satisfying, safe, and positive sexual experiences for clients. It never includes nudity, intimate touch, or any sexual contact between the therapist and client(s), or between clients when the therapist is present. Sex therapy specific issues include: relationship distress, sexual health concerns, intimacy, desire, communication, trauma, compulsive behavior, difficulty with orgasm, erection difficulties, and pain during sex. I look forward to working with you, however you express your gender, your love, and your life.

Appointments

Scheduling
I am available Monday-Thursday by appointment. My appointments are 50 minutes. In some instances, a longer session can be arranged. If I do not have availability that meets your needs, I am happy to offer referrals to a trusted colleague.

Health Insurance
I am not in-network for any insurance plans, so seeing me will be considered ‘out-of-network.’ I am happy to provide you with a monthly statement for reimbursement. I recommend contacting your insurance company if you wish to use insurance to ask about your out-of-network mental health benefits. However, you are ultimately responsible for full payment of the session at the time of service.

Fees
Individual Session – $150
Couple/Family Session – $185

Contact

Please contact me by phone or email to learn more about my services.

*Would you be interested in hearing me speak to your group, event, conference, or workshop on healthy sex, sex and your business, or LGBTQ wellness? Please contact me for more info.*

Lisa Katona, LCSW, CST
4256 N Ravenswood, Ste 213
Chicago IL 60613
T: 312.532.8061
E: lisa@lisakatona.com