Testing and Evaluation Therapists in West Loop, Chicago, IL
I enjoy working with diverse individuals and have clinical experience from a variety of settings, like community partners, residential substance use treatment facilities, department of corrections, college counseling centers, and schools. Largely, my work has been with marginalized groups, complex trauma, and severe mental illness.
I enjoy working with diverse individuals and have clinical experience from a variety of settings, like community partners, residential substance use treatment facilities, department of corrections, college counseling centers, and schools. Largely, my work has been with marginalized groups, complex trauma, and severe mental illness.
My practice is comprised of a team of certified professionals skilled in general mental health issues, marriage and families, and neuropsychological testing.
I have been in private practice for over 20 years and have treated thousands of clients including individuals, families, children and adults. People often come in seeking relief from a range of struggles including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and family conflicts. Through my work with many families I began to also address issues of parenting and family dynamics as well as children and adolescents facing a variety of disorders, self-esteem issues, and acting out behaviors. Over the span of my career I have also treated substance abuse, bipolar, psychotic and personality disorders.
My practice is comprised of a team of certified professionals skilled in general mental health issues, marriage and families, and neuropsychological testing.
I have been in private practice for over 20 years and have treated thousands of clients including individuals, families, children and adults. People often come in seeking relief from a range of struggles including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and family conflicts. Through my work with many families I began to also address issues of parenting and family dynamics as well as children and adolescents facing a variety of disorders, self-esteem issues, and acting out behaviors. Over the span of my career I have also treated substance abuse, bipolar, psychotic and personality disorders.
Hi, I’m Dr. Nielsen, and I believe that each individual is unique as is their experience of themselves. In my work, I accompany each client on a journey to discover a greater understanding of who they are while reducing suffering and forging a more meaningful quality of life. It is from a humanistic and psychodynamic foundation of authenticity, acceptance, and nonjudgment that I approach my conceptualization of and work with each client. Deep listening and respect for the individual’s well-being as well as their problems allow me to develop strong working relationships. Therefore, I approach each session with great warmth and
Hi, I’m Dr. Nielsen, and I believe that each individual is unique as is their experience of themselves. In my work, I accompany each client on a journey to discover a greater understanding of who they are while reducing suffering and forging a more meaningful quality of life. It is from a humanistic and psychodynamic foundation of authenticity, acceptance, and nonjudgment that I approach my conceptualization of and work with each client. Deep listening and respect for the individual’s well-being as well as their problems allow me to develop strong working relationships. Therefore, I approach each session with great warmth and
I work best with BIPOC and/or queer individuals who are coping with mood, trauma, and sociopolitical struggles. My primary approach focuses on empowering individuals of marginalized communities to externalize systemic and oppressive factors so that we can focus on treating any personal difficulties that are causing you pain and suffering. Whether we focus on the past or the present, healing one part of yourself can heal many other parts because you have a story to tell. And no matter how many times or how many ways that you tell it, it is your own personal story. Let's change your story to help you become the person you want to be.
I work best with BIPOC and/or queer individuals who are coping with mood, trauma, and sociopolitical struggles. My primary approach focuses on empowering individuals of marginalized communities to externalize systemic and oppressive factors so that we can focus on treating any personal difficulties that are causing you pain and suffering. Whether we focus on the past or the present, healing one part of yourself can heal many other parts because you have a story to tell. And no matter how many times or how many ways that you tell it, it is your own personal story. Let's change your story to help you become the person you want to be.
I offer in neuro-affirming psychological testing and evaluation for adults.
I offer comprehensive psychological evaluations and use assessment tools that are tailored for each individual. My evaluations prioritize self-discovery and provide practical recommendations to help you understand yourself and your experience, and navigate life with greater confidence.
I offer in neuro-affirming psychological testing and evaluation for adults.
I offer comprehensive psychological evaluations and use assessment tools that are tailored for each individual. My evaluations prioritize self-discovery and provide practical recommendations to help you understand yourself and your experience, and navigate life with greater confidence.
With decades of experience in the mental health field and 11 years of specialized experience in assessment and testing, I integrate multiple frameworks to help individuals understand both the strengths and challenges influencing their lives.
My clinical expertise extends to relationship dynamics, including premarital assessments, exploring patterns such as narcissism in relationships, and supporting clients through transitions and recurring challenges. I also provide clinical supervision for therapists and am dedicated to supporting professionals in their career development.
With decades of experience in the mental health field and 11 years of specialized experience in assessment and testing, I integrate multiple frameworks to help individuals understand both the strengths and challenges influencing their lives.
My clinical expertise extends to relationship dynamics, including premarital assessments, exploring patterns such as narcissism in relationships, and supporting clients through transitions and recurring challenges. I also provide clinical supervision for therapists and am dedicated to supporting professionals in their career development.
We utilize the latest technology and a variety of testing to achieve maximum results.
The current healthcare industry has failed many people living with chronic physical and mental health diseases. People are faced with a large push for psychiatric medication, misdiagnosis, and a one-dimensional approach to treatment. It is time for a more holistic, whole-body solution to people’s health. This is the pledge that Nelmar Health Centers have made. No matter what you are struggling with, Nelmar Health Centers can help you live a happier and healthier life. We offer comprehensive diagnostic measures, counseling, Neurotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, dietary and herb management, yoga, and meditation under one roof.
We utilize the latest technology and a variety of testing to achieve maximum results.
The current healthcare industry has failed many people living with chronic physical and mental health diseases. People are faced with a large push for psychiatric medication, misdiagnosis, and a one-dimensional approach to treatment. It is time for a more holistic, whole-body solution to people’s health. This is the pledge that Nelmar Health Centers have made. No matter what you are struggling with, Nelmar Health Centers can help you live a happier and healthier life. We offer comprehensive diagnostic measures, counseling, Neurotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, dietary and herb management, yoga, and meditation under one roof.
We utilize the last technology and a variety of testing to achieve maximum results.
The current healthcare industry has failed many people living with chronic physical and mental health diseases. People are faced with a large push for psychiatric medication, misdiagnosis, and a one-dimensional approach to treatment. It is time for a more holistic, whole-body solution to people’s health. This is the pledge that Nelmar Health Centers have made. No matter what you are struggling with, Nelmar Health Centers can help you live a happier and healthier life. We offer comprehensive diagnostic measures, counseling, Neurotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, dietary and herb management, yoga, and meditation under one roof.
We utilize the last technology and a variety of testing to achieve maximum results.
The current healthcare industry has failed many people living with chronic physical and mental health diseases. People are faced with a large push for psychiatric medication, misdiagnosis, and a one-dimensional approach to treatment. It is time for a more holistic, whole-body solution to people’s health. This is the pledge that Nelmar Health Centers have made. No matter what you are struggling with, Nelmar Health Centers can help you live a happier and healthier life. We offer comprehensive diagnostic measures, counseling, Neurotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, dietary and herb management, yoga, and meditation under one roof.
You may look like you’re holding it together, but inside feel overwhelmed, burned out, anxious, or exhausted by chronic pain, illness, or stress. We specialize in helping adults and professionals who are tired of living in survival mode. Our practice offers trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy with a mind-body focus, helping you better understand your patterns, calm your nervous system, and feel more grounded, connected, and like yourself again.
You may look like you’re holding it together, but inside feel overwhelmed, burned out, anxious, or exhausted by chronic pain, illness, or stress. We specialize in helping adults and professionals who are tired of living in survival mode. Our practice offers trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy with a mind-body focus, helping you better understand your patterns, calm your nervous system, and feel more grounded, connected, and like yourself again.
I also complete psychological testing and workplace support evaluations.
My clinical and testing offerings are as follows:
1) Workplace support evaluations
2) Adult psychological testing services
3) Individual and adult family/couples psychotherapy services (Evidenced based care in CBT, DBT, CPT, IPT, IBCT).
I also specialize in targeted psychological evaluations (e.g., Peace Corps Mental Health Evaluations).
I also complete psychological testing and workplace support evaluations.
My clinical and testing offerings are as follows:
1) Workplace support evaluations
2) Adult psychological testing services
3) Individual and adult family/couples psychotherapy services (Evidenced based care in CBT, DBT, CPT, IPT, IBCT).
I also specialize in targeted psychological evaluations (e.g., Peace Corps Mental Health Evaluations).
I became a clinician because I know what it is like to feel unheard and disconnected from my communities, and I wanted to provide a space where people could come and feel seen and heard. I believe that therapy is about healing, which comes primarily from being understood, valued, and heard as your authentic self. I am continuing to grow in my own journey and am passionate about helping others navigate through their journey in ways that feel meaningful and supportive.
I became a clinician because I know what it is like to feel unheard and disconnected from my communities, and I wanted to provide a space where people could come and feel seen and heard. I believe that therapy is about healing, which comes primarily from being understood, valued, and heard as your authentic self. I am continuing to grow in my own journey and am passionate about helping others navigate through their journey in ways that feel meaningful and supportive.
You could be someone who feels there is one or two things standing in your way of being healthy…or you could be struggling to be seen and heard in your work, home and family relationships. You may find yourself near or in burnout from stress. In my 20 years of studying ways of being, I work with folks to embrace these challenges and improve their self awareness to bring healing to their lives.
You could be someone who feels there is one or two things standing in your way of being healthy…or you could be struggling to be seen and heard in your work, home and family relationships. You may find yourself near or in burnout from stress. In my 20 years of studying ways of being, I work with folks to embrace these challenges and improve their self awareness to bring healing to their lives.
I also offer neurodiversity-affirming Autism and ADHD testing and psychological assessment for those looking to clarify concerns.
Does it feel like you or your relationship are stuck in a cycle that isn't working for you? By recognizing and repairing these patterns, we can cultivate lasting change in our relationship to ourselves and others. Most of my clients want to improve their relationships, sex lives, explore their identities, and move into ways of being that work better for them. I specialize in sex and relationship therapy, enhancing intimacy and desire, improving mismatched libido, out of control sexual behavior, and working through pain or dysfunction, particularly within the queer community.
I also offer neurodiversity-affirming Autism and ADHD testing and psychological assessment for those looking to clarify concerns.
Does it feel like you or your relationship are stuck in a cycle that isn't working for you? By recognizing and repairing these patterns, we can cultivate lasting change in our relationship to ourselves and others. Most of my clients want to improve their relationships, sex lives, explore their identities, and move into ways of being that work better for them. I specialize in sex and relationship therapy, enhancing intimacy and desire, improving mismatched libido, out of control sexual behavior, and working through pain or dysfunction, particularly within the queer community.
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I have been in practice since 2002, helping adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. I work collaboratively with clients from a biopsychosocial perspective, using the interrelationship between the mind and body as a focus for treatment. As a medical psychologist on hospital staff, I diagnose and treat psychological issues in outpatient or inpatient therapy.
I have been in practice since 2002, helping adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. I work collaboratively with clients from a biopsychosocial perspective, using the interrelationship between the mind and body as a focus for treatment. As a medical psychologist on hospital staff, I diagnose and treat psychological issues in outpatient or inpatient therapy.
In addition, I provide adult neuropsychological testing services and psychotherapy supervision.
As a therapist, I aim to help you reshape the narrative imposed by childhood and societal pressures, empowering you to break free from unhelpful patterns and reclaim your agency. I bring my authentic self to each session, creating a space for deeper connection and personal growth.
I believe in reducing the power differential between therapist and clients, fostering a collaborative environment where you are the expert on your lived experience. Together, we will work on dismantling internalized oppression and embrace self-acceptance, supporting your healing journey without judgment.
In addition, I provide adult neuropsychological testing services and psychotherapy supervision.
As a therapist, I aim to help you reshape the narrative imposed by childhood and societal pressures, empowering you to break free from unhelpful patterns and reclaim your agency. I bring my authentic self to each session, creating a space for deeper connection and personal growth.
I believe in reducing the power differential between therapist and clients, fostering a collaborative environment where you are the expert on your lived experience. Together, we will work on dismantling internalized oppression and embrace self-acceptance, supporting your healing journey without judgment.
For me, testing is not merely an assessment tool but the beginning of a journey to unravel the mysteries of each individual's unique experience.
Whether you are seeking insights into the beauty of neurodiversity, navigating the complexities of disorders across various life stages, or bravely coping with the aftermath of a brain injury or stroke, know that you are not alone—I am here to walk beside you. With a deep understanding of how the brain functions and its impact on daily functioning, my expertise encompasses evaluations with a wide range of disorders, including neurodevelopmental, neuropsychiatric, and psychological disorders.
For me, testing is not merely an assessment tool but the beginning of a journey to unravel the mysteries of each individual's unique experience.
Whether you are seeking insights into the beauty of neurodiversity, navigating the complexities of disorders across various life stages, or bravely coping with the aftermath of a brain injury or stroke, know that you are not alone—I am here to walk beside you. With a deep understanding of how the brain functions and its impact on daily functioning, my expertise encompasses evaluations with a wide range of disorders, including neurodevelopmental, neuropsychiatric, and psychological disorders.
Additionally, I offer Spanish speaking services, testing, somatic therapy, optimal performance and focus in sports, existential dilemmas, and intersecting identities.
Seeking out therapy can feel very vulnerable, my hope is that if you are contemplating therapy as an option you are wanting a change in your life. Whether you are trying to gain more awareness about yourself, changing behavior patterns, contextualizing intersecting identities, identifying therapy as an option is the first step. My hope is to foster a safe space that helps shed light on the parts of yourself that you know, and other parts that are less unexplored. With curiosity and care, my role as a clinician is to support, validate your experience and challenge us to become better versions of ourselves in the process of therapy.
Additionally, I offer Spanish speaking services, testing, somatic therapy, optimal performance and focus in sports, existential dilemmas, and intersecting identities.
Seeking out therapy can feel very vulnerable, my hope is that if you are contemplating therapy as an option you are wanting a change in your life. Whether you are trying to gain more awareness about yourself, changing behavior patterns, contextualizing intersecting identities, identifying therapy as an option is the first step. My hope is to foster a safe space that helps shed light on the parts of yourself that you know, and other parts that are less unexplored. With curiosity and care, my role as a clinician is to support, validate your experience and challenge us to become better versions of ourselves in the process of therapy.
The task of finding a new therapist to walk with you in your journey toward growth, hope, and healing can be so difficult! My style is relational and dynamic, meaning that I hold the past and present together as we work through your story to examine places you feel stuck or want to make changes. Your safety in the therapeutic relationship is important in order to facilitate the exploration of what can be painful thoughts, feelings, and memories. I integrate evidence-based techniques, cultural humility, and a nonjudgemental perspective to help you find your strengths and meet your life goals.
The task of finding a new therapist to walk with you in your journey toward growth, hope, and healing can be so difficult! My style is relational and dynamic, meaning that I hold the past and present together as we work through your story to examine places you feel stuck or want to make changes. Your safety in the therapeutic relationship is important in order to facilitate the exploration of what can be painful thoughts, feelings, and memories. I integrate evidence-based techniques, cultural humility, and a nonjudgemental perspective to help you find your strengths and meet your life goals.
My name is Jennifer and I co-own a group practice that specializes in treating complex trauma and dissociative disorders. I use an insight-oriented, relational approach with an emphasis on collaboration, connection, and empowerment. The therapeutic relationship facilitates growth by identifying and exploring both past and present patterns that keep people feeling stuck. I see therapy as a collaborative effort that allows people observe and more deeply understand themselves, their relationship patterns, and their characteristic ways of thinking and feeling.
My name is Jennifer and I co-own a group practice that specializes in treating complex trauma and dissociative disorders. I use an insight-oriented, relational approach with an emphasis on collaboration, connection, and empowerment. The therapeutic relationship facilitates growth by identifying and exploring both past and present patterns that keep people feeling stuck. I see therapy as a collaborative effort that allows people observe and more deeply understand themselves, their relationship patterns, and their characteristic ways of thinking and feeling.
The Office of Applied Psychological Services (OAPS) is a mental health clinic in the Psychology Department at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). We offer therapy and psychological assessment using approaches that are based on scientific theory and supported by scientific evidence, with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques. OAPS serves the UIC community, including faculty, staff, and students, as well as people living or working in the greater Chicago area.
The Office of Applied Psychological Services (OAPS) is a mental health clinic in the Psychology Department at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). We offer therapy and psychological assessment using approaches that are based on scientific theory and supported by scientific evidence, with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques. OAPS serves the UIC community, including faculty, staff, and students, as well as people living or working in the greater Chicago area.
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What is a psychological evaluation?
A psychological evaluation is a test or assessment most commonly administered by a trained psychologist that is intended to be used in the diagnosis of specific psychological conditions, such as ADHD, mood disorders, personality disorders, dementia or Alzheimer's, and learning disabilities. Psychological evaluations can help inform future treatment decisions and help direct clients to professionals and resources that may be most helpful, such as potential therapy options or additional school supports.
Can psychological evaluations be done on individuals of any age group?
Psychological evaluations are conducted on individuals of all ages and can be beneficial to individuals across the lifespan. However, specific types of evaluations may be most frequently conducted on individuals of certain age groups. For instance, ADHD or learning disability testing is often conducted in children ages 4-12--the period of time when ADHD symptoms most commonly emerge. In contrast, cognitive functioning assessments, such as those conducted to diagnose dementia, are most commonly conducted in elderly individuals. Clients should ensure that the psychologist they are seeing has specific expertise in conducting evaluations in their age group to ensure they receive a correct diagnosis.
How long does a psychological evaluation take?
Psychological evaluations vary in length depending on the test being administered and the goals of the evaluation; however, most evaluations are 2-4 hours in length. Some evaluations may take as long as 8 hours but can often be spread across multiple days. In some cases, clients will also attend an intake session or interview, which can help the psychologist assess client functioning outside of the testing environment.
How should I prepare for a psychological test and evaluation?
Individuals do not need to prepare for psychological tests or evaluations in most cases, as they are intended to measure a client's baseline psychological status without test-specific preparation. However, clients may want to brainstorm a list of questions for their psychologist about any tests they are receiving prior to the assessment, including what potential outcomes may mean for what next steps the client should take.