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Stephanie Bonza

Psychologist, PsyD
Illinois
Couples and marital counseling-Parenting issues-Attachment issues-Family issues- Relationship issues-Life purpose & meaning-

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Professional statement

Stephanie Bonza is a clinical psychologist located in the Ravenswood neighborhood of Chicago. She provides both in-person and remote individual, couples, and family therapy services to clients across the lifespan.

Stephanie approaches her work with her clients with enthusiastic curiosity and genuine care. She understands the importance of creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where her clients feel respected, understood, and valued. Stephanie works collaboratively with her clients to help them unlock their innate strengths, regain a sense of purpose, and overcome barriers to change. She does this by providing practical research-backed knowledge, direct feedback, and empathic guidance.

Stephanie's work is relational in nature, meaning that fostering healthy and rewarding relationships and personal empowerment are central themes addressed in her sessions. Sessions often focus on resolving feelings of resentment, unworthiness, shame, or anxiety that can result from difficult life experiences and relationship challenges. Through this important work, Stephanie's clients learn how to develop an intimate and gentle connection with their inner self, manifest fulfillment in their relationships with other people, and grow the confidence to create the happy life that they deserve.

Stephanie believes that therapy should be an exciting and empowering journey of self-discovery. She is happy that you are here and looks forward to helping you bring joy and authenticity into your relationships with other people and most importantly, with your self.


Message to clients

Healthy and rewarding relationships are the foundation of personal success and happiness. When we experience challenges in our relationships, we can develop underlying feelings of anxiety, hopelessness, shame, or self-doubt. My passion is empowering individuals, couples, and families to regain satisfaction in their relationships through assertive communication skill-building and effective strategies for coping with change and conflict. I believe that with the right support and guidance, everyone has the potential to find meaning and purpose and to create a life of authenticity and fulfillment.

I enjoy working with children and adults experiencing family issues, stress and anxiety, women’s issues, men’s issues, and parenting challenges. The individuals, couples, and families I support are seeking to resolve issues related to communication, parenting, trust, unresolved childhood trauma, and identity.

My goal is to establish a genuine and supportive therapeutic relationship built on mutual respect and understanding. I enjoy collaborating with my clients using humor, honest feedback, and creativity to identify attainable goals and expectations. I invite you to visit my website or contact me if you think my style would be good fit for you or your family.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 9 years

Zeal Family Wellness, PLLC, Founder, Clinical Psychologist
TCS Forensic Department , Adjunct Faculty

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, PsyD, 2015
University of Michigan, BA, 2008
Schoolcraft Community College, Associates degree, 2006

Licensure

Illinois: 071.010064

Languages

English

Specialties

Couples and marital counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Parenting issues - Helping parents develop and implement strategies to address challenges that arise throughout childrearing; managing stress and increasing support

Attachment issues - Development of effective relational and communication skills; insight into family attachment patterns;fostering healthy family relationships.

Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Life purpose & meaning - Exploring one’s beliefs and values around life purpose, meaning, and spirituality; addressing the barriers to living a life that feels fulfilling, including instigating change or developing new habits




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

I am excited to now offer both in person and remote options for all current and new clients.


Insurance

Stephanie Bonza is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$165 (50min)
  • Initial session:$165 (50min)
  • Couples sessions:$165 (50min)
  • Family sessions:$165 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed

Client testimonials

"Stephanie had good communication, answered all my questions, and was easy to talk to."
- Zencare client September 2020
"Very Friendly, Listened and upfront with information"
- Zencare client November 2021

Book a Free Initial Consultation

The practice will call you for a free 10min phone call to discuss your needs and ensure a match!

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