Dallis Luna

Licensed Professional Counselor

Dallis sees clients Virtually and in the Oak Park office

(she/her)

“I don’t believe in “laziness,” only in the unmet needs and untold stories of each person.”

My passion for psychology began when I was about 7 years old, sitting at our kitchen table with my grandma, recalling our dreams from the night before and digging through the pages of several "dream dictionaries," to interpret the meaning. Analyzing dreams, a concept initially sparked by the father of psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud, was my first introduction to psychology and the idea that the answers to our questions could be hiding in our subconscious mind.

Since, my love of symbolism and curiosity about the subconscious mind has grown and become more refined. I have obtained a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Trauma, from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, and have over 10 years of therapy experience. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in treating trauma, relational challenges, grief/loss, fertility, perinatal/postpartum, and issues of purpose and meaning.

 My approach to therapy has significantly evolved from my early days of dream analysis though I continue to hold that same curiosity and love of symbolism in my work with clients today. I encourage all of my clients to view the work we do as an “experiment," testing out ideas, strategies and new behaviors as a means of exploring their subconscious patterns and desires while identifying the corrective experiences that will allow them to embody their most authentic self.

I combine this approach with proven treatment methods: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Attachment Theory, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic, Trauma-Focused, and Client-Centered Therapy, adapting my approach to each individual client.

I also recognize the importance of the relationship "fit" between client and therapist in creating the environment in which trust can develop and real change can occur. I strive to meet all my clients where they are at in the process of change and sometimes this means acknowledging when therapy is not the right treatment option at this particular time or, for any number of reasons, I am not the right fit as their therapist. Whatever the case, it is always my first priority to ensure that my clients receive the best possible care to meet their individual needs.

If you share my curiosity and are ready to explore your unique patterns and desires, I look forward to partnering with you on your journey of self-exploration. My supervisor is Carly Novoselsky, LCPC, CADC.