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Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC

Susan Merl-Nachinson

Counselor, MS, LCPC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
10735 S Cicero Ave, Suite 203, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Let's Connect (708) 620-2593
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Making that first phone call is a difficult step. I assure you that I will provide you with warm, supportive professional help. It has been my goal for over 30 years to help people through a learning/healing process that can lead to lasting change and a happier life. I work hard to provide each person with a comfortable and safe environment, which enables trust and communication to flourish.
I am an Illinois licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with extensive experience in individual, family and couples counseling. My approach is practical and solution oriented. I often provide clients with homework to enhance their learning experience.
I receive many of my referrals from my clients themselves who feel comfortable and satisfied with my work in order to refer their family and friends.
Call or Susan Merl-Nachinson now for a free 15 minute consultation - (708) 620-2593

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Counseling Center and Asc.

10735 S Cicero Ave

Suite 203

Oak Lawn, IL 60453 map

(708) 620-2593

10217 Lincoln Hwy

Frankfort, IL 60423 map

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Infidelity 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (708) 620-2593
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Counseling Center and Asc.

10735 S Cicero Ave

Suite 203

Oak Lawn, IL 60453 map

(708) 620-2593

10217 Lincoln Hwy

Frankfort, IL 60423 map

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Infidelity 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Magellan
  • Out of Network
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I am in network with Blue Cross, Cigna, Magellan and Aetna. I verify all your mental health benefits before the first session so you are fully aware of all costs. I can , also, provide a superbill for my out of network clients and help with reimbursement. I am happy to work within Your budget.
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC
Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 620-2593
"
I am in network with Blue Cross, Cigna, Magellan and Aetna. I verify all your mental health benefits before the first session so you are fully aware of all costs. I can , also, provide a superbill for my out of network clients and help with reimbursement. I am happy to work within Your budget.
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC
Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 620-2593

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180-001601 Susan Merl-Nachinson
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 41 years
  • Attended Virginia Commonwealth University, M.S. Counseling
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Illinois State 180-001601
  • Certificate from The Family Institute, Northwestern University 1984
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC
Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (708) 620-2593
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC
Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (708) 620-2593

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Infidelity

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity/Affair recovery
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC
Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (708) 620-2593
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC
Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (708) 620-2593

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC
Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (708) 620-2593
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC
Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (708) 620-2593

Location

Primary Location

The Counseling Center and Asc.

10735 S Cicero Ave

Suite 203

Oak Lawn, IL 60453

(708) 620-2593

Additional Location

10217 Lincoln Hwy

Frankfort, IL 60423

(708) 620-2593
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC
Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Call for a free consultation now - (708) 620-2593
Photo of Susan Merl-Nachinson, Counselor, MS, LCPC
Susan Merl-Nachinson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Call for a free consultation now - (708) 620-2593