Libertyville
Park Ridge
Wilmington, North Carolina
I am a life-long native of the Chicago area. I earned my B.S. from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a major in psychology. I went on to pursue my Masters and Doctoral degrees at Argosy University/Illinois School of Professional Psychology. I've worked in the behavioral health field in a variety of capacities since 1993, obta
I am a life-long native of the Chicago area. I earned my B.S. from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a major in psychology. I went on to pursue my Masters and Doctoral degrees at Argosy University/Illinois School of Professional Psychology. I've worked in the behavioral health field in a variety of capacities since 1993, obtaining my doctoral degree in 2003. From multipally-diagnosed, residentially-placed adolescents to domestic violence offenders to private practice settings, the range of my experience is broad, varied, and comprehensive. In addition to my clinical work, I serve as an adjunct professor, teaching Masters and Doctoral students at Roosevelt University as well as undergraduates at the College of Lake County. Whenever possible, I continue to design and present training, workshops, and seminars for educators and fellow behavioral health professionals.
My approach to therapy is holistic and non-pathologizing. Rather than focusing on a client’s diagnosis and symptom presentation, I focus on and learn from the client’s story. I and my client examine the meaning that has been made from and the lessons that have been learned from the client’s experience. Problematic and disempowering stori
My approach to therapy is holistic and non-pathologizing. Rather than focusing on a client’s diagnosis and symptom presentation, I focus on and learn from the client’s story. I and my client examine the meaning that has been made from and the lessons that have been learned from the client’s experience. Problematic and disempowering stories can then be “co-edited” so that the plot becomes more solution oriented and empowering. I take a collaborative approach to my clients, focusing on the quality of the client – therapist relationship, and making a priority of acknowledging and honoring the client’s perspective. I stress the connection of Mind – Body – Spirit in my work. I am a staunch advocate / ally of the LGBTQ community. The thread of Social Justice weaves its way through my clinical and academic work.
I'm excited to announce a collaboration between my practice and Point Being Wellness. Point Being Wellness is a holistic massage & healing venture recently launched by Sherry Hoffman RN, LMT, CCST. Besides serving as a cross referral source and professional colleague, she also happens to be my wife. Sherry is a Registered Nurse (RN) by trade. She has worked across settings; hospital med/surge units, inpatient addiction treatment and critical home health care. She is a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), well versed in several modalities, including Manual Lymphatic Drainage. She is also a Level 3 Reiki practitioner and a Certified Cosmetic Surgery Therapist (CCST). Sherry is a natural healer who takes a personal, comprehensive holistic approach to healing the body, mind and spirit. She and I will be referring clients to one another as we develop a healing alliance across our respective practices. I encourage you to check her out at her website, Pointbeingwellness.com. Email her for information at Pointbeingwellness@gmail.com, or call her directly at 847.596.1461. Of course, I'll do my best to answer any questions you may have as well. Thank you all.
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Illinois - United Behavioral Health/Optum - Aetna - Cigna - Blue Cross/Blue Shield Community Health (Medicaid)
Please contact me directly with any questions, comments, or scheduling inquiries you may have.
Monday - Thursday: 11:00A - 7:00P
Friday: 10:00A - 4:00P
Saturday: 10:00A - 2:00P
Sunday: Closed
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