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The building of Promontory Point in Chicago’s Hyde Park Neighborhood was not easy… which is very similar to therapy at times…. likewise…

Both involve a deliberate and intentional process: The building of Promontory Point required careful planning, design, and construction to ensure that it was structurally sound and would serve its intended purpose. Similarly, therapy involves a deliberate and intentional process of helping individuals address emotional, behavioral, or mental health concerns.

Both require a commitment to the process: The construction of Promontory Point required a significant investment of time, resources, and effort from the architects, engineers, and construction workers involved in the project. Similarly, therapy requires a commitment to the process from both the individual seeking therapy and the therapist providing it.

Both involve overcoming obstacles: The building of Promontory Point faced several obstacles, including funding, logistical challenges, and environmental concerns. Similarly, therapy often involves helping individuals overcome obstacles such as negative thought patterns, limiting beliefs, and unhelpful behaviors.

Both can provide a sense of accomplishment: The completion of Promontory Point was a significant accomplishment that provided a new and unique space for people to enjoy. Similarly, therapy can provide a sense of accomplishment as individuals make progress in addressing their concerns and improving their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Both offer long-term benefits: The construction of Promontory Point has provided long-term benefits for the community, serving as a popular gathering spot and recreational area for generations. Similarly, therapy can provide long-term benefits for individuals, helping them develop new coping skills, gain self-awareness, and improve their overall quality of life.

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Promontory Psychotherapy

So why is this therapy practice called, “Promontory Psychotherapy?”… What does therapy have to do with Promontory Point?

The building of Promontory Point in Chicago’s Hyde Park Neighborhood was not easy… which is very similar to therapy at times…. likewise…

Both involve a deliberate and intentional process: The building of Promontory Point required careful planning, design, and construction to ensure that it was structurally sound and would serve its intended purpose. Similarly, therapy involves a deliberate and intentional process of helping individuals address emotional, behavioral, or mental health concerns.

Both require a commitment to the process: The construction of Promontory Point required a significant investment of time, resources, and effort from the architects, engineers, and construction workers involved in the project. Similarly, therapy requires a commitment to the process from both the individual seeking therapy and the therapist providing it.

Both involve overcoming obstacles: The building of Promontory Point faced several obstacles, including funding, logistical challenges, and environmental concerns. Similarly, therapy often involves helping individuals overcome obstacles such as negative thought patterns, limiting beliefs, and unhelpful behaviors.

Both can provide a sense of accomplishment: The completion of Promontory Point was a significant accomplishment that provided a new and unique space for people to enjoy. Similarly, therapy can provide a sense of accomplishment as individuals make progress in addressing their concerns and improving their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Both offer long-term benefits: The construction of Promontory Point has provided long-term benefits for the community, serving as a popular gathering spot and recreational area for generations. Similarly, therapy can provide long-term benefits for individuals, helping them develop new coping skills, gain self-awareness, and improve their overall quality of life.

Photo from the Hyde Park Historical Society Archives

Therapy in Hyde Park Chicago

Valerie Harris, LCSW CADC CODP is joining the team as a Hyde Park Chicago Therapist at Promontory Psychotherapy. She will be Accepting New Clients for telehealth or inperson sessions. To schedule an intake please email us!

Therapy in Hyde Park Chicago

Katie Baron, LCSW is joining the team as a Hyde Park Chicago Therapist at Promontory Psychotherapy.  She will be Accepting New Clients for telehealth sessions. To schedule an intake please email us!

Promontory Psychotherapy was founded by Mallory Price. Connect with her on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mallory-price-chicago-il/706008