Dr. Ashi Manoff, Psy.D

Preferred Pronouns:

He/Him

Email: dr.ashimanoff@core-chicago.com
Tel: (312) 470-4302 (Chicago)

Dr. Manoff is a postdoctoral fellow at CORE. He earned his Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology in 2024 from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, Los Angeles. He received his Bachelor’s degree in 2016 from the University of California, Los Angeles. At CORE, Dr. Manoff sees individuals, couples, and families. Prior to entering private practice, Dr. Manoff worked in a variety of clinical settings including community mental health centers and psychiatric hospitals. He completed his doctoral internship at Adler Community Health Services in Chicago, Illinois, where he provided individual therapy at a youth shelter for at-risk teenagers under the care of the Department of Children and Family Services, many with posttraumatic stress disorder and developmental disorders.

Dr. Manoff has provided psychotherapy for clients with a variety of diagnoses including mood and depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, trauma, and personality disorders. He has also treated underserved populations who struggled with a variety of presentations such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dissociative disorders, and clients impacted by the criminal justice system. He has experience working with highly diverse populations including veterans, clients experiencing homelessness, and previously incarcerated clients or those impacted by the criminal justice system.

Dr. Manoff’s approach to therapy is rooted in humanistic, psychodynamic, and relational approaches, emphasizing his clients’ culture and autonomy, and the impact of relational systems and experiences. He guides clients through the process of understanding and undoing unhealthy patterns which helps them to discover new ways of relating to themselves and others. He also integrates existential perspectives, supporting clients in finding meaning and purpose in their lives, even in the face of difficulties. While he encourages clients to embrace discomfort as a natural part of the healing journey, he does so with compassion, respecting each person or family’s pace and comfort level. Dr. Manoff aims to help clients navigate life’s inevitable challenges with resilience and grace. He believes in the power of courage and inner wisdom, and he is dedicated to helping clients tap into these qualities as they move towards greater well-being. In his free time, Dr. Manoff enjoys playing drums, reading memoirs and books on psychology, listening to “djent” metal music, and running.

Ashi is an active member of the following Professional Organizations:

• Illinois Psychological Association