Gwen E. Ginski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today

1 Endorsed

23908 W. Main Street, Plainfield, IL 60544

(815) 313-4161

Not accepting new clients

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Everyone faces challenges in life. Seeking help for yourself, your child or relationship when experiencing difficulty is a strength which leads to creating a more fulfilling, healthy & happy life. With 18+ years' experience, I have helped many to overcome anxiety, trauma, depression, anger, loss, etc. I have helped couples restore intimacy/connection and learn ways to communicate. Children/teens learn ways to cope and manage social/school stress. Parents learn ways to connect, manage behaviors and heal their relationships with their children. Families heal from loss, life's transitions, substance abuse, divorce, mental illness.

I specialize in treating couples/families using the Gottman Method (Level 2), Emotion Focused Therapy, and Family Systems. My background is in working with children, teens and parents/families. I use play, game, and art to engage children and teens. I have a special interest in ADHD, and blended families. I also have expertise in school and work issues.

I have specialized training in treating trauma/PTSD with Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT-12 session therapy); Eye Movement Desensitization/Reprocess(EMDR); Trauma Focused-CBT. Having experienced the loss of a child and spouse to health issue, I offer an empathic perspective. I invite you to take the next step of your journey to improve your life!

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Gwen E. Ginski now - (815) 313-4161

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

A New Day Family Counseling

23908 W. Main Street

Plainfield, IL 60544

(815) 313-4161

A New Day Family Counseling

Shorewood, IL 60404

I am In-Person and accepting Telehealth requests. I have mainly day time appointments available and there is a wait for evenings.

I specialize in Child, Trauma and PTSD, and Marital and Premarital

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (815) 313-4161

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

A New Day Family Counseling

23908 W. Main Street

Plainfield, IL 60544

(815) 313-4161

A New Day Family Counseling

Shorewood, IL 60404

I am In-Person and accepting Telehealth requests. I have mainly day time appointments available and there is a wait for evenings.

I specialize in Child, Trauma and PTSD, and Marital and Premarital

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $175
Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
BlueCross and BlueShield
Medicare
Optum
UMR
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

I will file your insurance claims when I am in network with your plan. If I am out of network, I will provide you with a claim to submit.

Email me or call with questions - (815) 313-4161

Gwen E. Ginski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW

I will file your insurance claims when I am in network with your plan. If I am out of network, I will provide you with a claim to submit.

Email me or call with questions - (815) 313-4161

Gwen E. Ginski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.014868
In Practice for 19 Years
Certificate from Gottman Relationship Institute Level 2 Trained / 2020
Certificate from EMDR International Institute 20 hours / 2020
Attended Loyola University Chicago, Social Work, Graduated 2007

Priviliged to have served in community mental health, hospital and school settings. Awarded Social Worker of Year-2015, NASW Calumet.

Email me or call with questions - (815) 313-4161

Gwen E. Ginski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW

Priviliged to have served in community mental health, hospital and school settings. Awarded Social Worker of Year-2015, NASW Calumet.

Email me or call with questions - (815) 313-4161

Gwen E. Ginski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Child
Trauma and PTSD
Marital and Premarital

Expertise

ADHD
Anger Management
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Career Counseling
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Dual Diagnosis
Education and Learning Disabilities
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
Infidelity
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Thinking Disorders
Women's Issues
Women's Issues

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (815) 313-4161

Gwen E. Ginski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (815) 313-4161

Gwen E. Ginski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW

Endorsement

Nanette M Stokes

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Gwen is a colleague whom I deeply respect and admire. She is compassionate, tenacious and resourceful. She goes above and beyond for her clients and gives them the best possible treatment outcomes. I can whole heartedly endorse her as a clinician. High...

Client Focus

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Cancer ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Veterans

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Cancer ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Veterans

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Art Therapy
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Eclectic
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Gottman Method
Humanistic
Integrative
Interpersonal
Intervention
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative
Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
Person-Centered
Play Therapy
Positive Psychology
Reality Therapy
Relational
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Structural Family Therapy
Trauma Focused

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (815) 313-4161

Gwen E. Ginski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (815) 313-4161

Gwen E. Ginski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW

Groups

Sisters Circle: Rising Strong in Uncertain Times

Hosted by

Gwen E. Ginski

Come join small women's group to discuss the book Rising Strong: How the Ability to Reset Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent and Lead by reknown social worker, Brene Brown. We will explore our struggles and vulnerabilities to strengthen our courage and forge our values and Rise Strong together! Groups meet on Saturday mornings at 9-10:30 am. In Person Groups forming now! Please call or email anewdayplainfield@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Free but donations are accepted. Grab your book and bring your coffee!

Expertise

Divorce

Relationship Issues

Women's Issues

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Group Meets

Every Sat 9 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.

Location

A New Day Family Counseling

23819 W Mill Street

Plainfield, IL 60544

Email Gwen E. Ginski about this group or call - (815) 313-4161

Worry Wise: Kids Anxiety Group

Hosted by

Gwen E. Ginski

Worry Wise is an interactive, engaging therapeutic small group of 3-8 children, aged 8-12 years that will run for 12 weeks. It is based on the empirically supported treatment of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to teach your child how to recognize and understand their emotional and physical reactions to anxiety, understand their thoughts and feelings in anxious situations, and develop a coping plan that can be self-evaluated and self-reinforced. Parents will be an important part of the process. Groups forming on the first Saturday of the month! Reserve your child's space now!

Expertise

ADHD

Anxiety

Child

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Age

Preteen

Session Cost

$20

Group Meets

Every Sat 11 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.

Location

Gwen Ginski, LCSW

23819 Mill Street

Suite 9

Plainfield, IL 60544

Email Gwen E. Ginski about this group or call - (815) 313-4161

Location

Primary Location

A New Day Family Counseling

23908 W. Main Street

Plainfield, IL 60544

(815) 313-4161

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Additional Location

A New Day Family Counseling

Shorewood, IL 60404

(815) 313-4161

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I am In-Person and accepting Telehealth requests. I have mainly day time appointments available and there is a wait for evenings.

Take the first step to help. Call now - (815) 313-4161

Gwen E. Ginski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW

I am In-Person and accepting Telehealth requests. I have mainly day time appointments available and there is a wait for evenings.

Take the first step to help. Call now - (815) 313-4161

Gwen E. Ginski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW

Last Modified: 1 Dec 2023