About
Our team's journey over the past nine years as colleagues revealed a shared vision for anxiety therapy. With similar clinical styles and a deep belief in the human capacity to overcome, we've become leaders in the field, driven by a passion that began with psychology classes in high school.
We are led by Lauren Neaman and Kerry Curran, uniquely qualified professionals with years of specialized experience treating anxiety disorders and sleep problems. Our certifications, memberships, and prominent positions in the field, including with the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies and the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, represent our expertise and dedication.
Lauren Neaman
Psy.D., A-CBT
Co-Founder
Diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy
Board Member of The National Social Anxiety Center
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Illinois and Florida. I am also a member of PsyPact, meaning that I can provide virtual treatment to anyone in one of the forty-two PsyPact states. The list of affiliated states can be found here: https://psypact.org/mpage/psypactmap.
I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Colgate University and my Doctoral degree from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology with a concentration in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). My postdoctoral fellowship was at NorthShore University Health System, where I focused on working with adults with OCD and other anxiety disorders. I have served on the Board of the National Social Anxiety Center for many years, serving as Co-Chair for two years. Additionally, I am a Diplomate with the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies (A-CBT). have presented several times at national conferences on topics related to social anxiety, OCD, and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Staying current on the latest clinical research is extremely important to me, and I am active in professional organizations and local consultation groups.
Since 2010, I have specialized in treating adults with OCD and anxiety disorders using ERP and other evidence-based treatments such as ACT and Mindfulness. I also offer Inference Based CBT (I-CBT) to clients with OCD. Additionally, I am passionate about working with clients with insomnia and have advanced training in CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I) from the University of Pennsylvania’s Behavioral Sleep Medicine training program.
I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients to meet their treatment goals while also incorporating humor and warmth. I value and appreciate my role in supporting her clients to create more meaningful lives and making progress toward symptom reduction as effectively as possible. I work flexibly with clients based on their needs and perspectives and believe that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process. I provide exclusively virtual therapy to clients located in Illinois and Florida.
When not working, I love to travel, read, cook, see musicals, and spend time with my husband and pit bull.
Lauren Neaman, Psy.D., provides services through Neaman Psychological Services, PLLC.
Kerry Curran
LCSW, A-CBT
Co-Founder
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Diplomate- Academy of Cognitive Therapy
I have over 15 years of clinical experience in the mental health field as a licensed clinical social worker and Diplomate with the Academy of Cognitive Therapy (A-CBT). In my clinical work, I utilize evidence-based practices, particularly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, including OCD, panic disorder, generalized anxiety, social phobia, and specific phobias. I also have a special interest in treating sleep disorders, particularly insomnia, and have experience in providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).
I strongly believe in being a lifelong learner and the importance of staying informed on the most up-to-date research and interventions in the field. I supervise and train students and other therapists in providing
empirically supported treatments. I have also worked as an adjunct professor in the Master’s in Social Work Program at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I am a member of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America and a past presenter at their national conference. I am also on the Board of OCD Midwest.
I am passionate about therapy and believe in its transformative power. While therapy may not always be comfortable or easy, I am dedicated to supporting my clients in their journey toward positive change and personal growth. When we connect with our values, we can move our lives in meaningful directions, even in the face of adversity.
My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and infused with humor when appropriate. I take a strengths-based perspective, viewing clients as the experts of their own lives. I believe in a nonjudgmental approach and strive to create an environment in which clients feel safe bringing all aspects of themselves to therapy.
Outside of therapy, I prioritize social connection. My friends and family mean everything to me, and I’m happiest when I am surrounded by them. I love to travel, and when I’m not exploring a new city or country, I’m checking out a new restaurant in Chicago. I enjoy attending concerts, finding ways to stay physically active, listening to podcasts, and soaking up the sun whenever I can. I have a special affinity for iced coffee!
I am committed to social justice values and continually strive to understand and dismantle privilege in my personal and professional life.
Kerry Curran, LCSW, provides services through Curran Psychotherapy, PLLC.