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Our Clinicians and Staff

PRA Emannuel Perakis
Emmanuel_A._Perakis,M.D.		 Emmanuel A. Perakis, M.D., Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist (Managing Partner)
Dr. Perakis is a Board Certified Psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders in adolescents and adults. He has special interest in the area of organizational and occupational psychiatry. He has provided consultation to businesses and organizations on their ability to create an environment designed to ensure employees work up to their optimal potential. Areas of expertise and specialty include: Disability and Fitness for Duty Consultations, Executive Coaching/Professional Issues, Mood Disorders, Anxiety and Panic Disorders. Dr. Perakis provides services in our Schaumburg office, to schedule an appointment, call (847) 240-2211 and press “0” to speak with our front desk staff.
PRA Steve Resis
Steve_Resis,M.D.		 Steven J. Resis, M.D., Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist (Partner)
Dr. Resis is a Board Certified Psychiatrist, specializing in the treatment of adolescents and adults with anxiety and mood disorders with a subspecialty in eating disorders. Dr. Resis graduated from the University of Illinois and completed his residency at Lutheran General Hospital. Dr. Resis coordinates treatment and works closely with therapists, referring physicians, EAP's and other referral sources to ensure quality treatment and care. Areas of expertise and specialty include: Eating Disorders, Mood Disorders, Anxiety and Panic Disorders, Occupational Disability Issues and Consultations and Adjustment Disorders. Dr. Resis provides services in our Schaumburg and Crystal Lake offices. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Resis, call (847) 240-2211 and press “0” to speak with our front desk staff.
PRA Donna M. Woods
Donna_M._Woods,M.D.		 Donna M. Woods, M.D., Board Certified Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatrist (Partner)
Dr. Woods is a Board Certified Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist who specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of individuals with psychiatric disorders or adjustment difficulties that cause problems with feelings, thinking and behavior. She assists parents and families in understanding the development, behavior, emotions or mental disorders that affect their child or adolescent. Her treatment philosophy is a comprehensive multi-modal approach emphasizing the integration of medication, psychotherapy, behavior management, parent guidance and education as well as collaboration with other significant caregivers, teachers, physicians, and social or community agencies. Treatment areas of expertise and focus are: ADHD, Mood Disorders including depression and bipolar disorders, Anxiety and Panic Disorders, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Aspergers, Adjustment Disorders, Parent-Child Conflicts, Stress Management and Disruptive Behavior Disorders. Dr. Woods provides services in our Schaumburg office. To schedule an appointment, you may call 847/240-2211 and press “0” to speak with our front desk staff.
PRA Allen Kuo Allen Kuo, D.O., Adolescent/Adult Psychiatrist
Dr. Kuo completed his residency at Lutheran General Hospital and offers a wide variety of treatment approaches, specializing in Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders. He enjoys coordination with therapists and formulating treatment plans and strategies using a holistic approach. He covers a wide variety of age ranges from adolescents to older adults. Dr. Kuo's areas of expertise and focus are: Depression, Anxiety and Panic Disorders, Behavioral Issues, Agitation, Professional Issues, Adjustment Issues, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder - Victims of Violence, Spirituality based/Christian Psychiatry, Abuse and Rape. Dr.Kuo sees Clients in our Schaumburg & Crystal Lake offices, to schedule an appointment, call (847) 240-2211 and press "O" for the receptionist.
PRA Janeen Paul Janeen H. Paul, M.D., Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist
Dr. Paul completed her residency at Lutheran General Hospital and specializes in mood and anxiety disorders, with a special emphasis on women's mental health issues. Her treatment philosophy is to develop a specific therapeutic plan that considers individuals biological and psycho-social needs. She coordinates this plan with therapists and other healthcare professionals. Dr. Paul's areas of expertise and focus include: Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, and Women’s Issues including premenstrual syndromes, post-partum depression, infertility, menopause and psychiatric disorders during pregnancy. Dr. Paul provides services in our Vernon Hills and Crystal Lake offices. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Paul, you may call 847/918-8282 and press 0 to speak to our receptionist.
PRA Robert Fabsik Robert Fabsik, D.O., Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist
Dr. Fabsik is a general psychiatrist with a focus in mood and anxiety disorders. He completed his residency at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital after graduating from the Chicago College of Osteopathic medicine and Northwestern University. Dr. Fabsik tailors treatment plans to individual's needs based on their biological characteristics, psychological attributes and their social/family dynamics. He uses an integrative approach through a blend of medical and psychotherapeutic treatments and values collaboration with the patient's therapist, primary care physician and family members. Dr Fabsik treats adolescents and adults. Treatment areas of interest and focus are: Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Grief and Loss, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Aging and Somatic Disorders. Dr. Fabsik sees patients in our Vernon Hills and Schaumburg office locations. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Fabsik, you may call 847 918-8282 and press 0 to speak to our receptionists.
PRA SooMi Lee SooMi Lee, M.D., M.A., Board Certified Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist
Dr. Lee is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. She completed a triple-board training program at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, where she trained in general pediatrics, adult and child psychiatry. She then obtained a Master’s Degree from the University of Chicago in Public Policy through the Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars Program. She served as faculty at the University of Chicago for two years and is currently a clinical associate in the Department of Psychiatry. Her treatment philosophy stems from taking a comprehensive look at a patient’s biological, psychological and social background and assisting in creating a treatment plan that addresses those areas. Her treatment interests and areas of focus include: ADHD, Autism, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders. Dr. Lee provides services in our Crystal Lake office, to schedule an appointment you may contact our Crystal Lake office at 815/356-5050 and press “0” to speak to our front desk staff.
PRA Donald Raden Donald R. Raden, M.D., Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist
Dr. Raden attended the University of Michigan where he received his BA in Psychology. He then continued at Loyola University where he completed his medical school prerequisites and completed medical school at the Sackler School of Medicine – New York State American Branch in 2001. Dr. Raden completed one year of pediatric residency at Lutheran General Hospital and then transferred to psychiatry where he completed his Adult Residency and Child/Adolescent Fellowship at the University of Colorado Health Services. Dr. Raden was a Senior Instructor and Attending Physician at Denver Children’s Hospital and then moved back to the Chicago area where he is also currently working at Hartgrove Hospital as an Attending Physician. Dr. Raden’s treatment philosophy is to allow for a calming, therapeutic environment in which patients and families are comfortable to discuss the nature of their concerns. In this environment, an accurate assessment is gathered to determine the proper modality of treatment which can incorporate medication options, psychotherapy, and education to support and resolve issues. Treatment areas of expertise and focus are: ADHD, Mood Disorders including depression and bipolar disorders, Anxiety and Panic Disorders, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Aspergers, Adjustment Disorders, Parent-Child Conflicts, Stress Management and Disruptive Behavior Disorders. Dr. Raden sees patients in our Vernon Hills and Schaumburg office locations. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Raden, you may call 847 918-8282 and press 0 to speak to our receptionists.
PRA Paula Comm Paula M. Comm, MA, LCPC, Practice Administrator
Paula is licensed as a Clinical Professional Counselor and has over 22 years of management and leadership experience which includes running a 24 hour psychiatric emergency room department, multiple off site intensive outpatient programs and several inpatient social service and expressive therapy departments. Along with her clinical experience, Paula has developed expertise in the areas of leadership development, executive coaching, personnel selection and hiring, employee retention, management communication and supervision & training. When not managing PRA's three offices, Paula enjoys organizational consulting where she utilizes experiential activities to engage clients in exploring their leadership skills through team building workshops or individual executive coaching. Paula can be reached at (847) 240-2211 ext. 224.
PRA Sandy Hill Sandy Hill, Business Office Manager
Sandy Hill comes to PRA as Business Office Manager with 22 years of medical office experience. Sandy brings expertise in areas of insurance and claim submission, collections and medical record management. Sandy encourages a work environment that provides excellent customer service to clients, outside professionals, vendors and internal clinicians with her positive attitude and friendly demeanor. You can reach Sandy at 847/240-2211 extension 223.
PRA Jeana Altman Jeana Altman M.S., L.C.P.C., Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Jeana Altman is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a philosophy focused on providing skilled, quality, solution-focused therapy to meet the individual needs of her clients in a supportive and confidential manner. She strongly believes in tailoring a treatment approach to each client's needs while applying a variety of therapeutic techniques from her clinical training and experiences. She provides a multi-disciplinary approach through collaboration with outside resources including psychiatrists, medical doctors, community providers and family members per client's request. Jeana works to assist people in the process of recognizing and exercising their own resources to change, grow, and cope through the therapeutic process. Her technique promotes an understanding of how thought patterns, choices and behaviors may contribute to the client's stress and difficulty in managing life events. Treatment areas of focus include: Mood Disorders, Anger Management, Stress Management, Parent-Child Conflicts/ Family Therapy, Behavioral Issues, Self-Esteem Issues, Sexually Problematic/Abusive Behaviors, Anxiety Disorders and Chemical Dependency. To schedule an appointment with Jeana Altman, who works out of our Crystal Lake office, please call her at 815-356-5050 extension 278.
PRA Jeff Bondora Jeff Bondora, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Jeff Bondora earned his Master’s degree in clinical social work at Loyola University Chicago. Jeff has clinical experience working with children, adolescents and adults and treats individuals, groups and families. Jeff uses an empathic, consultative and collaborative approach to therapy. Jeff’s theoretical foundation lies in psychodynamic theory, but his philosophy employs a tailored approach to the individual and incorporates techniques such as crisis intervention, family systems and cognitive behavioral therapies. Jeff has experience addressing needs of diverse populations in settings including schools, agencies, a psychiatric hospital, residential center and crisis center. Areas of expertise and focus include but are not limited to: Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Family Conflicts and Parenting Issues, Abuse, Addictions, School Related Issues, Learning Disabilities, Behavioral Issues, Developmental Disabilities, Stress Management, Adjustment Issues and Personal Development/Coaching. Jeff has evening and weekend availability. To schedule an appointment with Jeff, who works out of our Schaumburg office, please call him at 847- 240-2211 extension 235.
PRA Stephen Borgman Stephen Borgman, M.A., L.C.P.C., Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Stephen Borgman is a licensed clinical professional counselor who has spent twelve years working with children, adolescents and adults in residential, hospital and educational settings. Stephen's approach is relational, cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused. His aim is to help clients manage problem situations and develop unused resources and opportunities effectively. Areas of expertise and focus include child/adolescent treatment, anger management, developmental disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, parenting/family issues, men's issues, chemical dependency and dual diagnosis. Stephen Borgman has office hours in our Schaumburg and Vernon Hills offices. To schedule an appointment, you may contact him directly at 847/240-2211 at extension 251.
PRA Ginger Cantore Ginger Cantore, Psy.D, LCPC, CADC, Doctor of Psychology
Dr. Cantore offers a supportive, empathic and collaborative approach to treatment. Her theoretical orientation incorporates cognitive behavioral, insight oriented and solution focused techniques. She believes therapy provides an opportunity for individuals to learn and develop skills which enable them to reach their potential and successfully meet life's challenges. Dr. Cantore works with adults and adolescents. Her areas of focus include depression, anxiety and panic disorders, addictions and substance abuse, women's issues, adjustment issues, stage of life issues and relationship issues. Dr. Cantore sees patients in our Schaumburg and Crystal Lake offices. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Cantore, you may contact her 847/240-2211 extension 245.
PRA Liz K. Cooper Liz K. Cooper, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Liz Cooper is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who completed her Master’s at University of Illinois – Jane Addams School of Social Work. Liz has over 20 years of experience providing therapy to individuals/families and couples. Her approach is strength based, helping clients to recognize and utilize their individual, family and community resources as they look ahead toward change. Liz provides a supportive environment and uses a collaborative approach with other professions involved with her clients. Liz works with adults, children and adolescents. Areas of treatment focus include Mood Disorders, Adjustment issues, Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Relationship Issues, Stage of life and Transition Issues, Marital/divorce Concerns, Parenting/Family Issues and Women’s issues. To schedule an appointment with Liz Cooper, who works out of our Vernon Hills and Schaumburg offices, please call her at (847) 918-8282 extension 254.
PRA Michael Cullen Michael “Mick” Cullen, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Mick Cullen specializes in the treatment of substance abuse, anxiety and mood disorders, dual diagnosis and family/relationship issues. Mick works from a cognitive-behavioral perspective, helping people identify their negative thinking patterns and using this knowledge to work with individuals to modify their attitudes, emotions and behaviors. Mick works with children, adolescents and adults utilizing individual therapy as well as group, couples and family therapy when needed. To schedule an appointment with Mick who works out of our Vernon Hills office, call 847/918-8282 extension 279.
PRA Vicki Custer Vicki Custer, MA, LCPC, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Vicki believes that a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship between the counselor and the client is a key indicator of client satisfaction with the counseling process. Vicki’s treatment style is to help clients understand the causes of their problems and to guide them toward the best possible outcomes in order to experience improvement in their quality of life. She incorporates insight-oriented, solution focused and cognitive behavioral techniques into the counseling process. Common issues addressed include: anxiety, depression, stage of life adjustment, parenting and family issues, grief and loss, anger management and stress management. Vicki provides services in our Schaumburg and Vernon Hills offices. For further information or to schedule an appointment, call Vicki directly at (847) 240-2211 X255.
PRA Ellen Erlichman Ellen Erlichman, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Ellen Erlichman earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana in 1994. Since that time Ellen has focused her work with children and adolescents and family therapy. Ellen utilizes play therapy in her approach when working with young children. Ellen's theoretical orientation is cognitive behavioral approach with the goal of helping her clients change their thoughts and behaviors/actions. Ellen believes strongly in patient education on their diagnosis and symptoms which she believes is essential in the treatment approach. Areas of expertise and focus include but are not limited to: Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Family Conflicts and Parenting Issues, Abuse, Addictions, School Related Issues, Learning Disabilities, Behavioral Issues, Developmental Disabilities, Stress Management, Adjustment Issues and ADHD. Ellen has day and evening availability. To schedule an appointment with Ellen who works out of our Crystal Lake and Schaumburg office locations, please call her at 815 356-5050 extension 256.
PRA Robbie Frankel Roberta Frankel, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Robbie Frankel has been in practice for over 20 years. Her goal in treatment is to help individuals become aware and understand their own behavior so they may gain control and lead more satisfying lives. Robbie's treatment style is empathic, analytic and interactive. She works with adults of varying ages and concentrates her practice in the following areas of expertise: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, women's issues, stage of life issues, marital issues and professional issues. She has day and evening hours at our Schaumburg and Vernon Hills office locations. To schedule an appointment with Robbie Frankel, you may contact her directly at 847/240-2211 extension 226.
PRA Dianne Gerard Dianne Gerard, MS, LCPC, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Dianne completed her Master's degree in Human Services/Counseling from National Louis University. She enjoys working with adults and adolescents who may be struggling with a variety of emotional issues but has specific expertise in the area of eating disorders. Dianne's philosophy of treatment is client based and eclectic utilizing varied treatment approaches depending on the present concerns and needs of the client. She is mindful of the importance of developing a collaborative, therapeutic relationship that is based on trust, respect and confidentiality. Treatment areas of focus include: Eating Disorders, Anger Management, Stress Management, Post Partum Depression, Self Esteem Issues, Women's issues, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders and Couples and Marital Issues. To schedule an appointment with Dianne Gerard who works out of our Crystal Lake office, please call her at: (815) 356-5050 ext. 282.
PRA Felicia Glick-Oberwise Felicia Glick-Oberwise, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Felicia Glick-Oberwise is a caring, objective psychotherapist with a friendly, enthusiastic demeanor and interactive style that allows even the most difficult topics to be explored. Felicia maintains convenient day, evening and weekend hours in our modern Vernon Hills location, and providing proactive coordination with insurance and other providers. When working with children and adolescent, Felicia strives to make therapy fun, playful and confidential while keeping parents involved in the process. Treatment can be provided for Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and Process Addictions such as Eating, Gambling and Spending; Eating Disorders; Stress and Anxiety; Mood Disorders; Postpartum Depression, Marriage, Divorce, Menopause, Greif and Loss; Children’s Social Skill Enhancement; Family and Peer Conflict; Parenting Issues; and Attention Deficit Disorders. Felicia graduated from Loyola University of Chicago receiving a Masters degree in Social Work. She holds a LCSW from the State of Illinois and has over 20 years of clinical experience. When she is not treating patients, she can be found providing training on Interpersonal Communication, Assertiveness and Relaxation Techniques. Felicia’s varied therapeutic approaches can include Brief/Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, Interpersonal, Psychodynamic, Dialectical and Psycho educational. Felicia Glick-Oberwise has office hours in our Vernon Hills office location. To schedule a life changing appointment, contact her at 847/918-8282 extension 271.
PRA Rob Green Robert A. Green, Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Green's training includes a broad range of treatment approaches employed over more than 30 years of clinical experience. His clients learn to apply non-judgmental attention to various aspects of their experience -emotion, cognition, habits and patterns of behavior - in order to enhance self-awareness and cultivate conditions for change. Utilizing techniques including insight-oriented and cognitive therapies, meditation, stress-reduction and hypnosis, Dr. Green gives clients tools for exploring the components of perception and for discovering alternatives to self-defeating perceptual sets. He specializes in treating clients experiencing depression, anxiety and stress-related disorders and treats individuals, couples and families. Dr. Green is credentialed as a Certified Medical Hypnotherapist. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Green who provides services in our Schaumburg office, call (847) 240-2211, extension 268.
PRA Craig Jock Craig W. Jock, PsyD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Jock treats adults, adolescents and children and conducts individual, couples and family therapy. He believes that therapy is a partnership, in which the therapist and the client work together to discover the causes of the client’s difficulties and to arrive at the best solutions. Dr. Jock will also work collaboratively with other professionals and family members when appropriate to ensure the most effective care possible. Dr. Jock also conducts psychological testing to help clarify treatment issues and to help both clients and other treatment professionals determine the best course of action. Areas of expertise and focus include: Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Personality Disorders, Stress Management, Schizophrenia and Relationship Issues. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Jock in our Schaumburg Office, you may contact him directly at 847/240-2211 extension 252.
PRA Kimberly Kerley Kimberly Kerley, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Kerley's theoretic approach incorporates cognitive behavioral, insight oriented and solution focused techniques, while tailoring to the individual needs of each client. She focuses on assisting clients to build upon their strengths, develop unused resources and learn new skills to decrease symptoms, increase their effectiveness in managing their everyday lives and/or improve their quality of life. Dr. Kerley's treatment approach is interactive, supportive and respectful to the individual and is presented in the spirit of collaboration. Dr. Kerley works with adults and adolescents. Her treatment areas of focus include: Depression, Bipolar and other Mood disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Stress Management, Relaxation Skills Training, Self-Esteem Issues, Assertiveness Training, Relationship Issues, and Personal Exploration and Development. Dr. Kerley has office hours in our Schaumburg and Crystal Lake offices. To schedule an appointment, you may contact her directly at 847/240-2211 extension 248.
PRA Michelle Kukla Michelle Kukla, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Kukla works from the core belief that change is a process that unfolds through a series of stages. She possesses specialty training in treating children, adolescents, and adults with health-related conditions and medical illnesses. She helps families cope and adjust to the challenges facing them while caring for loved ones with chronic medical issues. Dr. Kukla's other areas of focus and expertise includes: Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Physical and Sexual Violence, Eating Disorders, Stress Management, Adjustment Issues, Behavior Problems, and Developmental Disorders. Dr. Kukla also conducts psychological and neuropsychological testing for children through older adults. Dr. Kukla has office hours in our Schaumburg and Vernon Hills locations. To schedule an appointment, you may contact her directly at 847/240-2211 extension 249.
PRA Nanette Lasco Nanette Lasco, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Nanette Lasco has many years of practice in an outpatient setting. Ms. Lasco's philosophy is to help people help themselves, as they work through emotional issues that compromise their daily functioning. Coordinating care with psychiatrists, other medical doctors, community professionals and family are routinely provided. A team approach is most effective. Ms. Lasco works with adults and adolescents. Areas of expertise and focus include: Mood Disorders, Adjustment Problems, Women's Issues, Physical and Sexual Abuse, Eating Disorders, Individual, Couples and Family Treatment (14 years and up). Nanette provides services at our Crystal Lake office. For further information or an appointment contact Ms. Lasco at (815) 356-5050 extension 260.
PRA Barry Lipin Barry C. Lipin, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Lipin works within the framework of a collaborative, consultive and caring relationship. He helps individuals meet life's challenges more effectively by integrating several modalities into a holistic approach. The goal is to help individual's find workable solutions by focusing on strengths and advancing one's inherent potential. Dr. Lipin works with adults and adolescents. Common issues addressed include: Adjustment Issues to Life Events, Stage of Life Issues, Professional Issues, Addictions, Behavior Issues, Family Issues, Marital/Couples Issues, Depression, Anger Management, and Chronic Worry. To schedule an appointment in our Schaumburg office, you can call Dr. Lipin directly at (847) 240-2211 extension 230.
PRA Rana Michaels Rana V. Michaels, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Michaels provides a solution focused approach to treatment incorporating a variety of modalities to meet each individual's needs most effectively. Dr. Michaels utilizes a directive approach toward crisis intervention and initial symptom relief. Subsequent treatment is provided in a supportive and collaborative environment to help each client progress toward specific goals in an atmosphere of confidentiality and respect. Treatment areas of expertise and focus: Crisis Intervention, Adjustment Issues, Depression, Stress Management, Grief and Loss, Stage of Life Issues, Women's Issues, Couples/Marital Issues. Dr. Michaels provides services in our Schaumburg office location. To schedule an appointment, call (847) 240-2211 extension 240.
PRA Lindsey Perper Lindsey Perper-D’Avanzo, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Lindsey Perper-D’Avanzo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker whose treatment philosophy is based on a holistic system approach. The goal of therapy is to solve issues by working on interactions within the system. Lindsey's style is eclectic, utilizing different therapeutic interventions to provide the most effective treatment. She coordinates with other healthcare, school and organizational professionals in order to provide continuity of care for her clients. Lindsey Perper-D’Avanzo’s areas of expertise and focus include: Children, Adolescents and Adults Eating Disorders, Self-Esteem Issues, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD), Gay and Lesbian Issues, Adoption, Divorce, Anger Management, Anxiety, Relationship Issues. Lindsey provides services in our Crystal Lake office. For further information or to schedule an appointment call, Lindsey Perper-D’Avanzo directly at (815) 356-5050 extension 242.
PRA Nancy Peterson Walz Nancy Peterson Walz, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Nancy Peterson Walz is a graduate from Loyola University at Chicago where she received her Masters in Social Work. Nancy has over 25 years experience in the field of Social Services. Nancy has extensive experience working with individuals, couples, families and groups. Her experience includes working with individuals with a diverse clinical diagnosis, ethnic and religious backgrounds, gay/lesbian populations and developmental disabilities. Nancy works with individuals who range in age from 7-70 years. She believes in using an individualized multi-disciplinary approach based upon the assessed needs of her clients. She is proactive in her treatment approach using a wellness model which allows her clients to understand their limitations therefore working proactively to develop skills and awareness that make these same limitations become their strength. Nancy believes in a holistic approach, which also includes coordination of services with professionals in the community. When working with children and adolescents, Nancy believes that it is important to work closely with the parents while maintaining the confidentiality of the minor client. Nancy's work includes but is not limited to: Depression, Bi-polar Disorder, ADD/ADHD, Parent/Child Conflict, Parenting Issues, Divorce Issues (Adults, Children, and Adolescents), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Women's Issues, Adult Sexual Abuse, Anxiety, Development Disabilities, and Victims of Bullying. Nancy Peterson Walz has office hours in our Crystal Lake office. To schedule an appointment, you may contact her directly for either office at 815/356-5050 ext. 293.
PRA Christine Pierozzi-Matusek Christine Pierozzi-Matusek, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Christine Matusek has been working with children and adolescents for twelve years in both urban and suburban settings. She has extensive knowledge of schools, special education laws and process. Christine is an empathic, down to earth individual who creates a safe, relaxed and warm environment for her clients. As a mother of two young children, she understands how difficult it can be to be a parent. Her approach is to help act as a coach/ collaborator for parents by helping support them manage emotional and behavioral issues. Christine looks at the entire picture with regards to her client’s lives family, school and peer relations as well as biological, developmental, cultural, psychological and other factors that have occurred or are occurring in the child’s life. She works to help her clients be the best they can be in all of their life settings. Through the development of learning new skills and techniques children/adolescents can be empowered to deal with the stresses of life, growth and development. Her areas of focus include: Depression, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Autism Spectrum Disorders/Asperger’s, Developmental Issues, Cognitive Impairments, Grief and Loss, Divorce, Parent/Child Conflict, Parenting Issues, Social Skills, Peer Related Issues, and Bullying/Teasing. Christine works out of our Vernon Hills office with evening and Saturday availability. You can contact Christine directly at 847 918-8282 x246.
PRA Paula Sabin Paula L. Sabin, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Paula Sabin specializes in grief counseling, marital therapy and trauma work. She works with clients who are grieving the death of a loved one. She also works with clients who have suffered childhood abuse or other trauma, using a variety of therapeutic techniques; including EMDR (She has a level 2 certification in EMDR). Ms. Sabin integrates a variety of techniques to provide the most effective treatment. Her other areas of expertise include Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment to Divorce and other Losses, Stress Management and Adjustment to Chronic Medical conditions. To schedule an appointment with Paula Sabin in our Schaumburg office location, you can contact her directly at (847) 240-2211 extension 267.
PRA Andrea Smolin Andrea Smolin, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Andrea Smolin's treatment philosophy is holistic and solution focused. Exploring person’s individual strengths allows for the development of new skills for problem solving. Building on these new skills also allows for the increase in personal competency, power and control. Andrea's treatment approach is interactive, supportive and respectful to the individual; and is presented in the spirit of consultation. Andrea routinely coordinates care with other health care, school and organizational professionals in order to provide continuity of care. Areas of expertise and focus include: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Adjustment Issues, Developmental Disabilities, Impulse Control, Marital/Couples Issues, Phase of Life Counseling including work with older adults and their families. Andrea provides services in Spanish in our Schaumburg office. To schedule an appointment with Andrea Smolin, contact her directly at (847) 240-2211 extension 265.
PRA Janice Spangler Janice Spangler, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Spangler's treatment philosophy is to work with clients to develop goals and agree on the most effective strategies to attain those goals. She believes people have an innate desire to attain their true potential and therapy provides an opportunity to learn and develop skills that are useful throughout the life span. Taking a consultant role, Dr. Spangler uses the approach that best fits each person, couple and/or family. Areas of expertise include: Adolescents, Eating Disorders, Depression, Survivors of Trauma, Sexual Identity Issues, and Family/Parenting Issues. Flexible and prompt scheduling in our Crystal Lake office. Please contact Dr. Spangler directly at (815) 356-5050 extension 264 to schedule an appointment or to discuss a referral.
PRA Debbie Stern Deborah H. Stern, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Stern has been practicing at PRA for 15 years. She uses a supportive, active, collaborative approach to help clients work through challenges in their lives which are interfering with their emotional, relational and social well-being. Treatment areas of expertise include: Conflictual couples, relationship problems, family therapy, stress management, adjustment problems, depressive disorders, eating disorder, abuse survivors and self-injury. Dr. Stern provides the most comprehensive and effective care by integrating a variety of treatment interventions, drawing from psychodynamic, family systems, cognitive-behavioral and supportive approaches to treatment. Dr. Stern is committed to quality care in a safe environment which emphasizes confidentiality and respect. Dr. Stern has office hours in our Schaumburg and Vernon Hills offices. To schedule an appointment or to discuss a referral, please contact Dr. Stern directly at (847) 240-2211 extension 225.
PRA David Welch David Welch, M.A., L.C.P.C., Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor/Certified Hypnotherapist
David Welch is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 10 years of clinical experience. David recently became Certified as a Hypnotherapist. David's treatment focus is to help individuals identify and change the negative patterns in their lives. David's treatment style is both solution focused and cognitive behavioral. He works with children, adolescents and adults who may be struggling with mood disorders, substance abuse, anxiety and panic disorders, ADHD and relationship issues. David provides services in our Crystal Lake Office. To schedule an appointment with David, you may call 815/356-5050 extension 250.
PRA Jo Wolthusen Jo Wolthusen, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Wolthusen is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years of clinical experience. Dr. Wolthusen believes that therapy is a collaborative endeavor that takes place within a supportive, empathic environment. Through the process of the client achieving insight and increased self-awareness, the ultimate goal of therapy is self-empowerment. Dr. Wolthusen’s approach to therapy is holistic and integrative primarily utilizing cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused techniques. She is experienced with a broad range of treatment areas and clinical populations including adolescent, adults and families. Treatment areas of expertise include: Women’s Issues, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. Dr. Wolthusen provides services at our Schaumburg location. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Wolthusen, call her directly at (847) 240-2211 extension 272.
PRA Brian Zercher Brian J. Zercher, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Zercher has more than 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. Dr. Zercher utilizes a combination of relational and cognitive/behavioral therapies to assist clients in developing new ways of understanding issues and implement problem solving strategies. Dr. Zercher specializes in couples, children, adolescent and family treatment and has many years of experience working with parents. His theoretical orientation is systemic and he emphasizes the need to integrate psychotherapy and medical intervention when both are utilized. Treatment areas of expertise and focus are: Child/Adolescent Treatment, Marital/Couples Therapy, Developmental Disorders, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Family Therapy, and Single Parenting Issues. Dr. Zercher is trained in Neuro Linguistic Programming and Hypnotherapy. Dr. Zercher provides services in our Schaumburg and Crystal Lake offices. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Zercher, call (847) 240-2211 extension 231.
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