Dr. Emily Blitz

Therapy with me is steady, collaborative, and relaxed. I provide psychodynamic therapy that goes beneath the surface—exploring emotional patterns, attachment experiences, and major life transitions—so insight and change can unfold in ways that feel both deep and supportive.

We begin by tending to what feels most pressing—reducing symptoms like anxiety, low mood, or relational stress so you can feel more grounded. As therapy unfolds, we can explore your history to understand how your symptoms came to be and how you show up now, creating space for insight and meaningful, lasting change.

My clients describe me as warm, reliable, and direct—someone who provides a consistent, thoughtful presence while keeping our work approachable and real.

I specialize in working with people who want to understand patterns shaped by early relationships and how they continue to influence the present. I specialize in psychodynamic therapy that emphasizes depth, curiosity, and emotional honesty. I have advanced psychoanalytic training, having completed a fellowship at the Chicago Center for Psychoanalysis.

Therapy is my work, but on a personal level, I value the small, everyday moments that make us human. Noticing these moments is part of my approach in therapy and also how I move through life. Outside of work, I'm usually trying out a new recipe, diving into a novel, or connecting with family and friends. I’ll never turn down a long walk with a cup of coffee.