Kristina Ehrhart (she/her/hers)

Graduate Clinical Intern

My Background:

I am a graduate clinical intern pursuing my Master of Social Work at the University of Chicago. I have long been interested in how early experiences and relationships shape human behavior, emotional well-being, and life satisfaction. My own life experiences, as a woman, a parent, a sister, and aunt, have deepened my desire to support women and parents in their journey. I believe that insight gained within a trusting therapeutic relationship can foster lasting growth, and I strive to integrate these perspectives with a collaborative, strengths-based approach that honors each client's unique story, values, and goals.

Why I’m a therapist:

I believe the journey to parenthood is one of life's most transformative experiences, bringing not only joy and excitement, but also vulnerability, uncertainty, and an opportunity to better understand ourselves. My goal is to create a warm, curious, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe exploring their thoughts, emotions, and relationships.

I am especially passionate about helping clients explore how their own histories, early relationships, and family dynamics shape the way they experience parenthood. I believe that when we better understand and care for ourselves, we become more able to navigate life’s challenges, nurture our relationships, and parent in ways that feel authentic and aligned with our values.

I understand that the path to parenthood can be complex. I am committed to providing a compassionate space to hold both joy and grief, and to supporting individuals and couples during their reproductive journey.

My education/training:

I am currently completing my Master of Social Work at the University of Chicago. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Indiana University and later completed a Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology at New York University. The first part of my professional life was as a management consultant, helping organizations strengthen leadership, workplace culture, and employee well-being. While this work centered on understanding people within organizations, I found myself increasingly drawn to supporting individuals more deeply and personally, ultimately leading me to pursue training as a clinician. I also have a passion for supporting women experiencing domestic violence and have spent many years as both a volunteer and board member for domestic violence agencies in Chicago.

Areas of specialization:

My clinical training is focused on psychodynamic and relational approaches, with an emphasis on attachment, family systems, and the enduring influence of early experiences.