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. Prior to entering private practice, Dr. Manoff worked in a variety of clinical settings including community mental health centers and psychiatric hospitals. Dr. Manoff’s past clinical experiences, prior to CORE include treating at risk youth, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, substance use, conducting long-term/evidence-based individual and group therapy, and supporting underserved populations with severe mental health concerns.

Dr. Manoff works with individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds, drawing from a multicultural lens when developing treatment plans. He enjoys exploring the underlying patterns and histories that might contribute to current difficulties—such as the repetition of trauma or relational wounds—while honoring each person’s or family member’s inner wisdom and courage. While therapy may involve discomfort, Dr. Manoff believes in pacing the process appropriately, with care and attunement. His hope is to guide clients toward re-emergence, personal growth, and a deeper connection to their authentic selves.

Dr. Manoff believes that life disruption, sudden change, and loss are inevitable parts of being human. He specializes in purpose-driven therapy to support individuals through grief, loss, and major life transitions—such as heartbreak, divorce, emerging adulthood, or significant shifts like becoming newly married or starting a new chapter. 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. 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. Clients often come to see Dr. Manoff during pivotal life shifts, when old ways of coping no longer work and something new is trying to emerge. His approach is compassionate and intentional, centered on helping clients navigate these challenging moments with presence and a sense of meaning. The underlying philosophy that guides his work is: Pain is inevitable; suffering is optional.

Ashi is an active member of the following Professional Organizations:

• Illinois Psychological Association