
Melanie Schwaba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
222 S. Prospect Ave., 324, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Let's Connect (847) 925-7298

Everyone deserves empathetic help and support. Clients who are experiencing addiction or are in recovery, as well as their loved ones, are my specialty. Clients affected by anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma are also a population I frequently work with, especially younger adults. No matter what you are coming to therapy for, I strive to build a collaborative relationship with my clients, and to help you to make the changes you are seeking for your life and overall well-being.
I integrate different modalities (CBT, DBT, ACT, and EMDR), depending on what you as the client need at the given moment. Utilizing mindfulness, breathing, and meditation both in and out of session has proven to be helpful. A focus on the resilience and capability each client has is also important.
Every client has the capacity to reach and maintain peace and contentment. I strive to be a supportive guide as you do the day-to-day work of making the changes you want to see in yourself. Empathy, unconditional positive regard, and humor are the hallmarks I use in building relationships with clients. Please reach out to begin your therapy journey!
Take the first step to help. Call or Email
Melanie Schwaba
now - (847) 925-7298
Let's Connect (847) 925-7298

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Blue Choice
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
- PPO only (no HMO)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
If you see your insurance listed, please ask me to verify coverage when you arrange your first visit.

Melanie Schwaba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist,
LCSW,
CADC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.021659
- Certificate from Illinois Certification Board 35102 / 2020
- Attended Loyola University Chicago, Master's in Social Work
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Chronic Relapse
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Eating Disorders
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Substance Use
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen
,
Adults
,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied
,
Gay Allied
,
HIV / AIDS Allied
,
Lesbian Allied
,
Non-Binary Allied
,
Queer Allied
,
Sex Worker Allied
,
Single Mother
,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen
,
Adults
,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied
,
Gay Allied
,
HIV / AIDS Allied
,
Lesbian Allied
,
Non-Binary Allied
,
Queer Allied
,
Sex Worker Allied
,
Single Mother
,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Strength-Based
Location
Primary Location
Email me
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Take the first step to help. Call now - (847) 925-7298

Melanie Schwaba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist,
LCSW,
CADC
Last Modified: 24 Jun 2023