Hello there and welcome!
My name is Amy Wu (she/her/hers), and thank you for visiting Clinical Impressions! I am a marriage and family therapist based in the Chicago area, and I created Clinical Impressions to provide high-quality headshots to mental health professionals.
Amy has been a close colleague of mine for the past decade, and I have used Clinical Impressions for photos and videos in both my corporate job and private practice. Amy artfully integrates therapy and photography in her work. Every time I work with Amy, I feel completely seen. She makes every effort to capture who I am as a clinician and person. Her warm, compassionate demeanor always makes me feel at complete ease. And her direction and photography expertise make me feel confident and poised. She clearly cares about her work, and it shines through even from behind the lens. If you want a photography experience focused on what makes you uniquely you, I couldn't recommend Amy more.
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Beth Chung, LMFT
It is more important to click with people
than to click the shutter.
Alfred Eisenstaedt
Photo by Anjali Pinto
As therapists, we have been taught that the most important part of our work occurs in the room with our clients, away from the public eye. However, in our digital world, our headshots are the first forms of connection that we build with our current and prospective clients, other mental health professionals, and referral partners.
I created Clinical Impressions to bring my experience as a practicing therapist to the photographs that I make of other therapists. As a therapist myself, I understand the importance of having a headshot that conveys warmth, empathy, and authenticity.
My approach as a photographer is parallel to my approach as a therapist. To me, it's not just about the end result of the photo; it's also about the experience of being photographed. I aim to create time and space to connect with the people I photograph, helping them feel more comfortable in front of the camera. Instead of choosing people's photos for them, I empower people to be actively involved in creating their own headshots. With affordable packages and high-quality images, I hope to help therapists increase accessibility to their desired client populations.
I have been both a film and digital photographer for almost 20 years, and when I'm not meeting with my clients, I love to go on photo adventures, collect film cameras, and make prints in the darkroom. My photographic style is natural, bright, and warm, and my goal in my portrait work is to help each of my subjects feel and look like the most authentic versions of whoever they are choosing to embody in that moment.
INVEST IN YOUR PRACTICE
I offer customized packages for solo practitioners and group practices. Click here to view an example of a group practice package.
All packages include:
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Pre-session coaching
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In-session support and image consultation
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Post-session advising and recommendations
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High-resolution digital files of your choice; additional files priced at $25 each
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Typical turnaround time of 5-7 business days total
SOLO PRACTITIONER PACKAGES
CELEBRATING YOU
$250
45-minute session
Location of your choice
Unlimited outfit changes
2 edited photos
GETTING IN AND OUT
$150
15-minute session
Indoor studio session in Skokie
One outfit
1 edited photo
GROUP PRACTITIONER PACKAGES
for two or more clinicians in the same practice
All group practitioner packages include complimentary team photos. For group practices interested in establishing a longer-term working relationship, check out my partnership package!
JUST THE BASICS
$175 PER PERSON
Approx. 15-minute session
Location of your choice
One outfit
1 edited photo
TREAT THE TEAM
$200 PER PERSON
Approx. 20-25 minute session
Location of your choice
Two outfit changes
2 edited photos
OFFICE PHOTOS PACKAGES
Book office photos with your headshots and receive 10% off the office package!
SOLO OFFICE
$150
30 minutes
Minimum of 10-15 edited photos
GROUP OFFICES
$250
45 minutes
Minimum of 20-25 edited photos
READY TO BOOK YOUR SESSION?
Where do headshot sessions take place?
When considering the setting for your headshot session, keep in mind that how you're feeling is actually much more important than the background of your photo. If you're hoping to feature the Chicago skyline in your headshot but it's cold and windy outside, we won't be able to create photos that you'll feel great about no matter how hard we try! We can work together to find a setting with conditions that help you feel the most comfortably you. After all, you are the main focus of the photo, not whatever is around you.
I have studio lights and am available to come to your space for your headshot session. If you have your own office, this could be a good option for our headshot session.
Another option is renting a studio through
Peerspace. Choose a studio space you'd like, verify the availability for the time and date, and include the link in my booking form. I will complete the booking and add the rental cost to your invoice. (Take note of any hourly minimums; I do not extend headshot session times, but you can use the studio for the entire duration of the rental.)
What should I wear for my headshots?
Do I need a makeup artist or a hair stylist?
This is entirely up to you! Some folks like being in charge of their own look; for others, it can help ease their nerves to have professionals take care of them. If you'd like referrals, let me know and I'm happy to send you suggestions for hair and makeup artists that I know and trust, though I cannot guarantee their availability.
What can I expect during the headshot session?
What are next steps after the session is done?
What is your booking process?
I manage all booking requests for individual practitioners through Calendly. The booking form includes a $100 deposit that is applicable toward the final bill.
Why can't I keep all the photos from our session?
I individually retouch every single photo that I send to the folks I work with. This includes but is not limited to: adjusting lighting, contrast, color, and tone; removing skin blemishes, stray hairs, dust or stains on clothing; smoothing skin surface and texture; and brightening teeth and dark undereye areas. Unfortunately, this process is not automated, and my prices are reflective of the amount of time and care that I put into every headshot I co-create with the therapists I meet. My goal is for you to feel that your headshot portrays a genuine, authentic, polished, and confident reflection of you!
What's your process for office photos?
I require a designated person in your practice to be available for the duration of the office photo session. Prior to our scheduled session, I recommend cleaning and tidying up your space. Dust does show up in photos, so give all surfaces a wipe. Tuck away any cords or wires that are clearly visible, and empty out your trash cans. But if you miss anything, don't worry! During my office sessions, I move around items and furniture to help your office look its best and most inviting (but I always make sure to return everything back to its original place).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS