Dear Womencare friends and colleagues,
In the past two years, we have relied on remote services to keep us all safe, and we have continued to provide dedicated care for our clients via teletherapy. Some of our therapists are back taking in-person sessions. Teletherapy will remain an option for our clients into the future and plans for our return to in-person mental health services are underway.
As we begin to create a new model of offering both in-person and teletherapy services, the health and well-being of our clients and wider community remains a top priority. We will work within the CDC and City of Evanston public health guidelines.
We are here for you if you are looking for professional support and / or need help problem solving during this unprecedented time. Please reach out to Andi at scheduling@womencarecounseling.com and we will forward your request to one of our expert therapists.
Sincerely,
Womencare Staff
Women’s Voices During COVID-19
— Laurie Kahn

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