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Elke Luken
Counselor, MA, LCPC
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Elke Luken

Counselor, MA, LCPC (she, her)

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Des Plaines, IL 60016
Let's Connect (224) 263-6888
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Either if you are looking for individual, couples, or family therapy, my sessions offer a safe and compassionate place to explore the root causes of the struggles that keep getting in the way of your life goals and a joyful existence. I am a firm believer that healing our inner child leads to self-compassion and compassion to others, healing one relationship at a time. Therefore, sessions offer an opportunity to explore traumatic events and maladaptive patterns that create anxiety, depression, codependency, or addiction, among others. These reflections will lead to understanding, acceptance, and healing.
I provide therapy in English and Spanish. My approach on healing is holistic and compassionate. I incorporate Eastern and Western philosophy in my practice, utilizing a trauma-informed approach to create meaning of hurtful experiences that may be hindering progress and fulfillment.
If my therapy modality resonates with you and your needs, reach out and let's have a conversation to address your feelings, needs, goals, and ways to get there.
Call or Elke Luken now for a free 15 minute consultation - (224) 263-6888

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Luken Therapy (Hablo Espanol)

Des Plaines, IL 60016

(224) 263-6888

4201 Lake Cook Road

Northbrook, IL 60062 map

My website
Use the comfort of your home to do sessions and explore your own journey to healing.
$80 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (224) 263-6888
Photo of Elke Luken, Counselor, MA, LCPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Luken Therapy (Hablo Espanol)

Des Plaines, IL 60016

(224) 263-6888

4201 Lake Cook Road

Northbrook, IL 60062 map

My website
Use the comfort of your home to do sessions and explore your own journey to healing.
$80 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $80
  • Couple Sessions $110
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I accept insurance and/or self-pay.
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Elke Luken
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 263-6888
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I accept insurance and/or self-pay.
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Elke Luken
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 263-6888

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180.017529 Elke Luken
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended North Park University, Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Interpreter with the Illinois Court System 2015
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Extensive experience in drug addiction treatment. Trauma-trained therapist.
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Elke Luken
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 263-6888
"
Extensive experience in drug addiction treatment. Trauma-trained therapist.
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Elke Luken
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 263-6888

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Caregivers
  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
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Sessions offer my clients an opportunity to explore the causes of suffering, attachment, and maladaptive patterns, among other things.
Photo of Elke Luken, Counselor, MA, LCPC
Elke Luken
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 263-6888
"
Sessions offer my clients an opportunity to explore the causes of suffering, attachment, and maladaptive patterns, among other things.
Photo of Elke Luken, Counselor, MA, LCPC
Elke Luken
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 263-6888

Endorsement

Molly Litwicki
Molly Litwicki
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLCSWLISW
Elke is a deeply empathetic therapist with a gift for building quick, genuine rapport. Clients feel safe and understood in her care. I love working with her and confidently recommend her to anyone seeking thoughtful, compassionate support.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Adlerian
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Jungian
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
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Approaches I use vary from Motivational Interviewing to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Systems, Internal Family Systems, and Behavioral Couples Therapy, among others.
Photo of Elke Luken, Counselor, MA, LCPC
Elke Luken
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 263-6888
"
Approaches I use vary from Motivational Interviewing to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Systems, Internal Family Systems, and Behavioral Couples Therapy, among others.
Photo of Elke Luken, Counselor, MA, LCPC
Elke Luken
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 263-6888

Location

Primary Location

Luken Therapy (Hablo Espanol)

Des Plaines, IL 60016

(224) 263-6888

Additional Location

4201 Lake Cook Road

Northbrook, IL 60062

(224) 263-6888
"
Use the comfort of your home to do sessions and explore your own journey to healing.
Photo of Elke Luken, Counselor, MA, LCPC
Elke Luken
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Call for a free consultation now - (224) 263-6888
"
Use the comfort of your home to do sessions and explore your own journey to healing.
Photo of Elke Luken, Counselor, MA, LCPC
Elke Luken
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Call for a free consultation now - (224) 263-6888