Ally Bremer

Qualifications

Ally grew up in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She completed her clinical training at Evanston Hospital and at a therapeutic high school in the Northwest Suburbs.

Specialties

Ally has been the owner of Cutting Edge Counseling of the North Shore since 2016 and has been practicing in the mental health field since 2009. Since starting her private practice in 2016, she has worked extensively with children, adolescents, teenagers, parents, families, young adults, and adults.

She supports individuals navigating relationship challenges, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other difficult life events. Ally focuses her work on helping people identify and overcome the challenges that may be preventing them from living a happier and more fulfilling life.

Ally chose this field because she recognized a significant need for support among families. Often, both children and adults benefit from having someone who can guide them, help them develop insight, and support them in learning how to help themselves.

Her passion is helping individuals build the skills and confidence they need so they eventually no longer need therapy. Her goal is to empower people to support themselves and navigate life’s challenges independently.

Ally has been licensed as a Clinical Social Worker since 2014. Prior to working in private practice, she worked in several school settings supporting children of various ages who were experiencing emotional and mental health challenges. She also worked at Linden Oaks Behavioral Hospital, where she helped adults identify their struggles and develop coping skills to overcome daily obstacles.

Therapy Techniques

Ally truly believes that having a good relationship and feeling comfortable with your therapist is an essential part of therapy.  She provides a relaxed casual environment where you’ll feel you can express yourself openly without judgment knowing that she will warmly but honestly guide you through your journey of change, adjustment, and growth.  Her approach is to help guide and teach individuals to overcome struggles and eventually not need the help of a therapist anymore.

More About Ally

Ally is known for her warm, supportive personality and her ability to help people feel comfortable and understood. She values living an active lifestyle and enjoys challenging both her mind and body. Outside of her work, Ally loves traveling, exploring new places, and spending meaningful time with friends and her three children. These experiences help keep her grounded and allow her to bring energy, perspective, and authenticity to the work she does with her clients.