Free 20‑Minute Consultation – start healing with licensed therapists in Andersonville who welcome all identities.
We welcome LGBTQ+, nonbinary, neurodivergent and kink communities.
EMDR, somatic, polyvagal and other trauma‑informed therapies tailored to your needs.
Major insurance accepted; in‑person and secure telehealth options.
At Velvet & Vine Counseling, we specialize in helping LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and trauma survivors find relief, connection, and confidence through inclusive, evidence-based care.
Founded by Dr. Leesa Contorino (she/they) and Dr. Kristin Kazyaka (she/her), our Andersonville practice was created as a safe, trauma-informed sanctuary for queer and marginalized voices seeking genuine healing.
Our work is grounded in unconditional positive regard, intersectional feminism, and cultural competence. Whether you’re navigating trauma, exploring your gender identity, seeking sex-positive therapy, or in need of psychological testing, you’ll receive care that is affirming, confidential, and free of judgment.
You deserve therapy that sees and celebrates you.
Take the first step toward relief and reconnection today.
A soft, sacred space to meet yourself in all your layers. We hold room for your healing, not in a rush to “fix,” but in the rhythm of becoming.
We are a team, gathered by choice and commitment. Each of us brings our own story, lineage, and embodied knowing. At Velvet & Vine, we honor the multiplicity of becoming, and we believe that healing happens in relationship.
We’re located in the heart of Andersonville at 5015 N Paulina St, Suite 204, Chicago, IL 60640. Easy to reach by public transportation — CTA bus and Red Line (Argyle stop). Telehealth sessions are available anywhere in Illinois. Beyond Andersonville, we proudly serve clients from:
We center LGBTQIA+ individuals, creatives, and those seeking affirming, inclusive care. All identities are welcome here, especially those who have felt unseen or misunderstood in traditional settings.
We offer individual therapy, sex therapy, queer healing sessions, gender and identity exploration, and trauma recovery. Our therapeutic include narrative therapy, somatic approaches, mindfulness-based practices, and other integrative methods tailored to your needs.
Yes. All therapists at Velvet & Vine are either members of the LGBTQIA+ community or are deeply committed to affirming, trauma-informed care grounded in lived experience and cultural competence.
Yes, we currently offer televideo sessions to ensure accessible, safe care. For therapy, individuals must be physically located in Illinois.
Yes. Velvet & Vine accepts many major insurance plans. We’ll verify your benefits during the free consultation and discuss any out‑of‑pocket costs.
You’ll meet with a clinician for about 20 minutes to share your goals, ask questions and determine whether our services are a good fit. No therapy occurs during this call; it’s an opportunity to connect and decide next steps.
Click here to Schedule Free Consultation to pick a time that works for you, or call us at (312) 888-8463. We look forward to supporting your healing journey.
