About
Waseem is a licensed professional counselor who works out of Westmont, IL. He has achieved a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with Counseling Practice from Benedictine University and Roosevelt University, respectively. During his journey, Waseem has gained a variety of experiences working in several different environments. Most recently, Waseem was a Clinical Manager at an addiction and mental health outpatient center in Buffalo Grove. Through both academic and real-life experiences, Waseem has developed an understanding on how to individualize his approach towards each client. Waseem believes in an eclectic approach, though he places an emphasis on discussing childhood traumas. “If you cut down a plant it may regrow. But if you get to the roots, you can plant different seeds”. His style of therapy has been described as calming, genuine and non-judgmental. He uses an active listening approach engaging with his clients.
Basic Data
Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor
Organization Name: Renz Addiction Counseling Center
Gender
Male
Ethnicity
Middle Eastern
Sexuality
Straight
Client Focus
- Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
- Adults
Treatment Orientation
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- Eclectic
- Emotion Focused Therapy
Modality
- Couples
- Group
- Individuals
Education
- Roosevelt University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
- Benedictine University (Bachelor's)
Languages
- Arabic
- English
Healthcare Provider Taxonomy
- Code: 101YA0400X
- Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification: Counselor
- Specialization: Addiction
Credentials
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Practice Locations
2 American Way
Elgin, IL 60120-4341
Phone Number: (847) 742-3545
Therapists Near Elgin, IL
Doctor of Philosophy (PH D)
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)