In my 45 plus years of practice, I have found that most patients, before coming to see me may have tried to the best of their abilities to solve their problems. They may have consulted other psychotherapists or other allied professionals before coming to see me. The central task is for us to identify the nature of their psychological puzzle, and to find ways to collaborate in finding solutions to them. I have a particular interest in people who may have neurocognitive deficits. Also, I have an interest in children and adolescents whose parents are in the divorce process.

I have been working for 20+ years with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I am a certified alcohol and drug counselor. I also focus on depression, anxiety, ADHD, adolescent turmoil, adoption issues, healthy parenting, and family/relationship issues. My passion also includes working with young adults and adults on exploring personal growth and life management issues. I have created an alternative to suspension program in numerous local high schools.

Are you having the same arguments over and over? Do you feel like you can never make your partner happy? Are you frustrated and disappointed with your relationship? Is the loneliness and isolation overwhelming? I can help you figure out how to get out of the cycle of repetitive, unproductive communication and get to the heart of the matter. Talking to your partner with a third person in the room gives you courage to say things and the opportunity to listen and respond in a way that you might not have before.

If you are suffering with erectile dysfunction, male and female loss of desire, unconsumated marriage, retarded or premature orgasm, dyspareunia and/or issues of marital distress such as difficulty communicating and disconnection, we offer one of the most experienced sex and marital therapists in the country. We specialize in rapid and consistent success for cases that have failed in previous marital therapy. Chicago Magazine's Top 500 physicians referred their own patients for 30 years. The Center's reputation is built on its commitment and success at offering the most effective and rapid treatments available.

Transitional times in your life sometimes creates angst and stress, which can show up in our bodies in a physical way, as well as, in our relationships. This is an ideal time to engage in therapy. These transitions can occur anywhere in your life; relationship conflict, a break-up, parenting concerns, navigating a new job or a geographical move, graduate school, divorce, family concerns, and health crises, as well as others, which all might result in anxiety or depression.

I treat clients aged 17 and up. I work best with clients who are ready to invest in meaningful change through a collaborative and thoughtful process. We all face challenges, and need support along the way. My process involves identification of intentions and values that support small gains in the moment that result in the achievement of larger goals over time. I start with a detailed assessment. Together we will create a treatment plan that is designed to help the client observe and experience the changes both large and small.

Choosing a therapist for yourself or a family member can understandably be a very difficult decision. Reading bios and looking at photographs of therapists can be helpful, but I believe it is essential that you feel as comfortable as possible before committing to working with any therapist. Without commitment or fee, I invite those interested in therapy to speak on the phone or meet with me in my office and talk about their concerns. My intention is to provide you with the best assurance that I am understanding of your needs and can be of help to you or your family member.

You are undoubtedly tired of having the same argument over and over again without any resolution. Or your relationship may have lost it's spark and you really want it back! Perhaps you and your partner have different interests sexually and you want to work those out. Or, if there has been infidelity, you may want to repair, heal the wounds before you decide to end the relationship for good. For some, relationships just don't seem to work out and you want to figure out why. Whether you come alone or with your partner,We are here to help.

On the journey through life we ride the path through an ever changing landscape. We encounter both predictable challenges precipitated by typical life cycle events as well as the unpredictable and unexpected. Sometimes we veer off course, lose our way or hit a road block. Lifecycle Therapy provides the guidance needed to try a new path and find our way forward again.

As a therapist for over twenty-five years, I've learned that people are often unaware of how their current issues are connected to experiences and feelings encountered earlier in their lives. I work with patients to help them identify and explore repeating patterns in their lives and how these patterns can be evaluated and changed to improve personal and professional outcomes. My patients have found that therapy is a valuable experience and together we make the process productive and fulfilling.

Are you worried about your child? Struggling to be the best parent you can be? Not feeling satisfied with family relationships? I believe in the mutuality of healthy relationships, in which people are able to have their own needs met as well as to respond to the needs of their loved ones. Respect, empathy, validation, and reflection are essential components of a successful therapeutic relationship and form the cornerstone of my practice. My special areas of expertise are in work with children and parents, challenges related to parental separation/divorce, as well as individual adult personal growth issues.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, educator, and former teacher. I believe the power of healing lies in being connected to others, and collaboration is the heart of my practice. The stresses of life can isolate and alienate us from those we rely on for support. A therapeutic relationship is one where you can be connected and understood without the judgment inherent in your other relationships. Therapy should be a place where you can be comfortable being yourself and learn the tools and skills to improve your satisfaction with life.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you have trouble staying focused, concentrating, functioning normally? Has this pandemic left you feeling easily triggered into fear? Most people that seek out my expertise do because they're either in crisis or struggling, and within a few sessions, they are feeling more in control, more peaceful, and more aware of their capabilities to manage their lives and relationships better.

Scheduling an appointment for therapy is a personal choice, reflecting a desire for improvement and/or change. Often goals for therapy relate to improving a relationship with someone who matters greatly. One might schedule an appointment after a critical incident, crisis, or a long-standing distance issue that has resulted in a loss of closeness or security. For others, seeking therapy relates to the frustration one feels after repeated efforts have not led to desired results.

Shaquille O'Neal says, "Dr. Lombardo is my head coach for happiness." Every truly great athlete gets coached in not only physical skills but also the mental side of their sport. Why? Because it helps take them to the next level. As baseball great Willie Mays said, “What you are thinking, what shape your mind is in, is what makes the biggest difference of all.” And as tennis star Chris Evert described, "Competitive toughness is an acquired skill." Whether it is improving confidence, coping with the pressures of competition, managing emotions, dealing with setbacks/errors or recovering from an injury, sports psychology can help you.

"We shall not cease from exploration and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time" T. S Eliot I believe that self-knowledge and understanding leads to self-compassion. Gently exploring aspects of the your experience within a collaborative relationship with a therapist in a warm, safe, nurturing, and empowering environment can move you toward a greater sense of connection to self. This can lead to more authentic, connected relationships with others-which as human beings is what we ultimately seek.

You've come this far in life, but now you're at a crossroads. You may be facing a new set of challenges in physical health, relationships, or other aspects of life. I listen with compassion and share coping strategies with seniors and adults dealing with illness.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide a nonjudgmental and safe therapeutic environment for my clients and I value client-therapist alliance above anything else. I have a direct yet empathetic therapy style, collaborating with my clients to help achieve their goals. I love working with couples who struggle with communication and connection, who want to learn how to reconnect or "fight better". I also love empowering partners to find their voice and express their needs in a relationship.

“Why am I overwhelmed? What’s wrong with me? I should be over my anxiety by now.” Can you relate? My name is Candice Beaton and I am an expert in all things anxiety. By coming to a session with me, you will finally be able to grasp your situation and learn tools to manage anxiety and stress in relationships with yourself and others, at work, and with family.