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Janice Henkel Fleckman

Janice Henkel Fleckman

Skokie, IL
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Janice Henkel Fleckman is a compassionate and experienced Clinical Social Worker and therapist, holding MSW, LCSW, and BCD credentials. She has dedicated her career to supporting teens, adults, and elders through their unique struggles, particularly focusing on issues like depression, anxiety, and grief. With a graduation from Jane Addams College of Social Work in 1980, Janice combines her extensive knowledge with a variety of therapeutic modalities. She is skilled in Expressive Arts, Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic approaches, and Interpersonal and Relational therapies. Whether in individual sessions or group settings, Janice creates a safe and nurturing environment, allowing her clients to explore and express their emotions while finding pathways to healing and growth.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief
Loni Itah

Loni Itah

Skokie, IL
Counselor, MA
Loni Itah, MA, LCPC, is a compassionate and dedicated counselor who understands the struggles many face when living in a constant state of fight-or-flight. Her clients often find themselves dealing with worries, phobias, panic attacks, trauma, obsessive thoughts, and avoidant behaviors that can lead to feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. Loni recognizes that when individuals are caught in a cycle of overthinking and hypervigilance due to trauma, life can feel stagnant. She specializes in treating anxiety disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) using a variety of effective modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Through these therapeutic methods, Loni guides her clients to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, clarify their personal goals and values, and implement significant behavioral changes. With a broad spectrum of experience in the mental health field, Loni has had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Her therapeutic approach is direct yet deeply validating, offering compassion and a clear plan for progress. Clients are empowered to believe in their ability to move forward, knowing they are not alone in their journey.
Specialties
Anxiety Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma
Daniel Phillip

Daniel Phillip

Skokie, IL
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Daniel Phillip, a dedicated psychologist with a PsyD, believes in therapy as a transformative process rooted in collaboration. He provides a nurturing space for individuals to explore their emotional experiences and offers essential support throughout gender transitions. Dr. Phillip creates an environment of unconditional yet objective support, fostering authenticity and deeper self-understanding among his clients. His therapeutic approach emphasizes empathy, coping skill development, self-exploration, awareness, decolonization, and anti-oppression. Dr. Phillip is particularly focused on supporting marginalized communities, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, Black, Brown, and Indigenous folx, those engaged in diverse relationship styles, and sex-positive or kink-friendly persons, addressing various concerns from depression to gender affirmative procedures. In his practice, he strives to create inclusive space for everyone. He is eager to connect with individuals and learn how he can assist them on their journey to wellness.
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Specialties
Depression LGBTQ+
Idalia Karolina Walo

Idalia Karolina Walo

Skokie, IL
Licensed Professional Counselor, ED D
Dr. Idalia Karolina Walo is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor fluent in both Polish and English, providing individual and family therapy to clients of all ages, including preteens, children, teens, and adults. She fosters a nurturing environment where open communication and trust are paramount, allowing her clients to engage in meaningful dialogue. Dr. Walo employs a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Positive Psychology, Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered modalities. Her passion for working with children drives her commitment to help them achieve their full potential, using a range of psychological assessments to gain a deeper understanding of behavior, skills, thoughts, and personality. Additionally, she offers specialized support for those coping with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, and the challenges that arise from traumatic experiences. Dr. Walo’s empathetic approach ensures that each client feels heard and supported as they navigate their personal journeys, working collaboratively to create effective solutions in a friendly atmosphere.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression PTSD/Trauma
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Pam Katz

Pam Katz

Skokie, IL
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Pam Katz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience dedicated to assisting individuals of all ages in reducing anxiety, coping with depression, and enhancing their daily functioning. Known for her caring, supportive, and nurturing demeanor, she specializes in a variety of issues, including Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Depression, Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), School Refusal, ADHD, and Bullying Issues. Pam also provides invaluable support and training to parents, fostering improved family dynamics. Employing evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Habit Reversal Training (HRT), and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), she collaborates with her clients to enhance their coping skills. With a warm and compassionate approach, Pam empowers clients to identify their challenges, leverage their strengths, establish treatment goals, and develop the emotional tolerance and cognitive skills necessary to navigate life's stressors. She looks forward to helping individuals thrive on their journey of self-discovery and healing.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Bullying Depression Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Student Life
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Meira Katzoff

Meira Katzoff

Skokie, IL
LCSW
Meira Katzoff, LCSW, is an experienced therapist specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy in Skokie. With extensive expertise in working with adult clients facing challenges such as anxiety, panic disorders, depression, and relationship issues, she is committed to fostering resilience and growth. Meira has also supported families in distress and children dealing with difficulties at home and school. Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, she prioritizes the development of meaningful, quality relationships with each client, enabling them to navigate through anxiety and panic disorders effectively. Meira employs a diverse array of therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, the Gottman Method, and multicultural strategies, to tailor her work to the unique needs of her clients. Her compassionate and person-centered approach provides a safe space for individuals and couples to explore their concerns and develop pathways to healing.
Specialties
Anxiety Bipolar Depression Family Stress Panic Attacks Perinatal Mood Disorder Relationship Stress
Olga Kilstein

Olga Kilstein

Skokie, IL
PSYD
Dr. Olga Kilstein understands that when the family-building journey doesn't unfold as one hopes or dreams, it can leave individuals with complex emotions and experiences needing care. She recognizes that finding a partner, navigating parenthood, and reconciling family relationships can often be emotionally overwhelming. Through her compassionate therapeutic support, clients can find the space and guidance necessary for maintaining physical and mental wellbeing. Specializing in family-building processes, Dr. Kilstein offers assistance for those struggling in relationships, requiring pre-marital support, undergoing fertility treatments, managing parenting challenges, or facing difficulties in family dynamics. Employing an evidence-based, warm, and caring approach, she is dedicated to helping clients move through their suffering and feelings of being stuck, working collaboratively to find clarity and healing.
Specialties
Family Stress Parenting Relationship Stress
Jeanette Kuhns

Jeanette Kuhns

Skokie, IL
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Jeanette Kuhns is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor, holding an MA and MBA, who understands how life's demands can leave individuals feeling anxious, overwhelmed, frustrated, and confused. She creates a safe, nurturing, and nonjudgmental space for clients, ensuring they feel heard, understood, and supported. With a passion for helping adults aged 18 and older, Jeanette focuses on increasing resilience, self-compassion, and self-efficacy to empower her clients to achieve their therapeutic goals, ultimately fostering a greater sense of ease and fulfillment in their lives. Her specialties encompass mood and anxiety-related disorders, life-stage transitions, stress reduction, perfectionism, past trauma, and the management of difficult emotions tied to underlying health issues. By integrating mindfulness, gentle movement, and meditation into her practice, Jeanette guides clients toward achieving a deeper sense of peace and balance in their emotional well-being. For those feeling overwhelmed by life's circumstances, considering professional help with Jeanette can be a transformative step towards healing and growth.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Managing Emotions Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma
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Kevin Lanham

Kevin Lanham

Skokie, IL
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA
Kevin Lanham is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who understands that relationships are fundamental to health and happiness. He believes that the challenges people face in therapy often arise from difficulties in connecting with others, whether in romantic, interpersonal, peer, parent-child, or work contexts. Kevin fosters a safe, open, and honest therapeutic relationship, viewing it as essential for promoting personal mental health and encouraging healthy relationships in life. His expertise includes interpersonal therapy for individuals, couples, and groups, with a particular passion for supporting young men embarking on their careers, gamers, and adolescents. Kevin has undergone extensive clinical training at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, where he developed skills to assist adolescents dealing with depression, feelings of isolation, bullying, divorce, and other challenges. He has also led anger management groups and therapeutic sessions for men, couples, and individuals facing learning disabilities. Understanding that the connection between client and therapist is the most significant predictor of positive change, Kevin welcomes and encourages client feedback to cultivate a safe, healing environment. He recognizes the daunting task of entering therapy and finding the right counselor and is committed to supporting clients throughout their journey.
Specialties
Addiction Depression Relationship Stress
Mona Manning

Mona Manning

Skokie, IL
LCSW
Mona Manning, LCSW, views therapy as a vital opportunity for fostering personal growth and achieving emotional maturity. Understanding that everyone faces various challenges and struggles, she recognizes that failing to overcome these can lead to feelings of anxiety and depression, ultimately impacting relationships with family and friends. While the past cannot be changed, Mona helps clients uncover long-standing patterns and behaviors that impede fulfilling connections with themselves and others. With her expertise as a Jungian analyst, she actively engages in understanding the underlying aspects of her clients' symptoms. Together, they establish a connection to the unconscious, exploring dreams, feelings, relationship patterns, and family history to assist in discovering their authentic selves. Her training in Analytical Psychology equips her to attune to each client's unique needs and listen deeply to their psyche's quest for wholeness. The healing process is enriched by the therapeutic relationship as they engage in dream analysis, journaling, and other expressive therapies. Sessions typically occur once a week, providing a consistent space for growth and healing.
Specialties
Anxiety PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Becca Meyer

Becca Meyer

Skokie, IL
Psychologist, PSYD
Becca Meyer, PsyD, is a compassionate and dedicated psychologist specializing in providing support to adults navigating through stress, anxiety, and relationship challenges. With a rich background in mindfulness-based approaches, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Becca is equipped to guide her clients through a variety of life transitions, including those related to infidelity, divorce, and parenting. Her expertise also extends to addressing issues such as mood disorders, self-esteem, and grief, all while honoring the diverse experiences of her clients, including those from LGBTQ+ communities. Becca's integrative approach ensures that each individual's journey is met with empathy, understanding, and tailored strategies for personal growth and resilience.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ Parenting Spirituality
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John Muszynski

John Muszynski

Skokie, IL
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
John Muszynski is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist who specializes in helping individuals navigate the complexities of trauma-related anxiety and depression. His approach emphasizes collaboration, aiming to guide clients towards resolution and a more fulfilling, healthy life. Understanding the profound effects trauma can have on various life aspects, John focuses on equipping clients with the tools needed to manage stressors effectively and foster healthier relationships. In his couples therapy sessions, he skillfully addresses unhealthy relationship patterns, promoting conflict resolution and cultivating a sense of safety within partnerships. An expert in Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, and numerous cognitive-behavioral approaches, John tailor his methods to meet the unique needs of each individual or couple. He recognizes that many seek therapy only after enduring significant struggle, and he honors this journey by providing hope and support as clients work towards renewed vitality.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression General Mental Health PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Fraida Nathan

Fraida Nathan

Skokie, IL
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LCSW
Fraida Nathan is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist, holding credentials as an LCSW, CADC, and ICDVP. With a wealth of clinical knowledge and therapeutic skills, she collaborates closely with her clients to help them achieve their personal and relational goals. Fraida understands that challenging and stressful situations are an inherent part of life, whether they arise from difficult relationships or unexpected life changes. Through her extensive experience in hospital, agency, and residential settings, she provides a compassionate environment to address feelings of stress, confusion, and pain. Fraida possesses specialized training, having completed three years at Loyola's Sexual Dysfunction Clinic and a four-year fellowship at the Chicago Center for Psychoanalysis. Her expertise extends to couples therapy, enriched by her Gottman Level 3 Training. In her therapeutic practice, Fraida creates a safe, warm, and accepting environment where she attentively listens to each individual's needs. By taking into account the integration of mind, body, and spirit, she helps individuals anchor their lives in reality, foster personal growth, and nurture healthy, mature relationships.
Specialties
Alcohol/Drug Use Domestic Violence General Mental Health Relationship Stress

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