About
I have a depth of knowledge and experience in a number of areas including adult children of alcoholics, alcoholism, family of origin issues, victims of abuse, and trauma. Having worked in community services for over 30 years I have treated a wide range of populations. I enjoy working with individuals toward a more meaningful and satisfying life. I believe I can listen, learn, provide trust, make sound professional assessments and help the individual achieve goals.
My original orientation to therapeutic approaches and methodology was Rogerian, client centered therapy. This afforded me a sound basis to utilize other methods which incorporate cognitive and behavioral therapies. I use a variety of techniques to help the client work through problems, self defeating habits and ineffective ways of coping.
My work has made me very aware of the differences in areas of socio economic, ethnic, religion and gender. My work and private practice is a continual learning experience for me and hopefully for the individual in treatment. Have a CADC certification in the state of Illinois.
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Entity Type: Individual; Sole Proprietor
Organization Name: Blain And Associates, PC
Gender
Male
Client Focus
- Preteens/Tweens (11 To 13)
- Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
Therapy Specialties
- ADHD
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bipolar
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ Issues
- Life Coaching
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep Or Insomnia
- Stress
- Trauma And PTSD
Treatment Orientation
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- Existential
- Gottman Method
- Imago
- Jungian
- Mindfulness Based Approaches
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Psychodynamic
Modality
- Couples
Years in Practice
25 years
Languages
- English
Faith
- Christian
Healthcare Provider Taxonomy
- Code: 101YM0800X
- Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification: Counselor
- Specialization: Mental Health
Credentials
- Master of Science (MS)
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
- Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
Practice Locations
135 N. Greenleaf
#212
Gurnee, IL 60031
Phone Number: (224) 398-3117
Therapists Near Gurnee, IL
Master of Science (MS)
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)