About

Being a therapist is a huge responsibility that I do not take lightly. I know that being vulnerable in therapy can be a challenge. The change process can also be difficult. Having said that, I do this work because I have seen change and healing happen throughout my career. Before this process can begin, it is useful to know the underlying contributing factors to the problems ; as those factors should influence therapy. It can be difficult to change something that you do not understand. As a therapist I feel it is important to say what I see. Confronting unwanted behaviors can leave one feeling exposed. These are times, however, can lead clients to change; and ultimately these moments come from a place of compassion and not judgment. Therapy can be a beautiful journey. Finding yourself is not simply reaching a particular destination. Paying attention to the personal development and change that happens along the way to reaching your goals – that is what is important.

Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor

Organization Name: Presence Behavioral Health

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Asian

Client Focus

  • Adults

Therapy Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Substance Use

Treatment Orientation

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing

Modality

  • Individuals

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare

Education

  • University of Chicago, Master's in Social Work

Languages

  • English

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 101YM0800X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Counselor
  • Specialization: Mental Health

Credentials

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Practice Locations

1414 Main St

Melrose Park, IL 60160-3902

Phone Number: (708) 681-0073

Fax Number: (708) 681-4738

Therapists Near Melrose Park, IL

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Laura A. Eichstaedt

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Melrose Park, IL 60160
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Alyssa Charmelo

Mental Health Counselor

Melrose Park, IL 60160
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Alexis Acevedo

Counselor

Melrose Park, IL 60160
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Brittany Wells

Mental Health Counselor

Melrose Park, IL 60160
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Christine Messino

Mental Health Counselor

Melrose Park, IL 60160