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Center For Effective Artistry
Treatment Center
Photo of Brandon Tessers - Center For Effective Artistry, LCPC, NCC, MA, Treatment Center

Center For Effective Artistry

Treatment Center

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
1340 Shermer Road, Suite 280, Northbrook, IL 60062
(224) 328-3675
Let's Connect (224) 328-3675
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Therapy & Coaching For a Neurodiverse World
Do you find yourself overwhelmed in a world that's not designed for you? Stop designing your life around the world. Design your life around you. The Center for Effective Artistry specializes in working with clients exploring neurodivergence, ADHD, ASD, AuDHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, queerness, gender, race, religion, climate grief, and substance use. Many of our clients have tried traditional therapeutic approaches and have been left needing something more. We offer an approach that is unique to each of our fantastic clients. Our therapists hold diverse queer, neurodivergent, religious, and racial identities. Our staff are a group of nerdy creatives, who have talents in acting, play writing, singing, guitar, piano, music composition, visual art, and photography. We have therapists who have experienced trauma, racism, sexism, homophobia, fatphobia, and islamophobia. Our depth of lived experience and interests offer unique and powerful connections with clients. Additionally, we offer therapy in Spanish and Albanian. We offer in person and virtual therapy in the state of Illinois.
Experts in Therapy for Neurodivergent Clients
The founder of our center, Brandon Tessers, is a nationally-known expert in neurodiversity, creativity, and executive functioning. Executive functioning is what allows you to take any idea, desire or decision in your head and actually do something to bring it into reality. We work with our staff on developing their own unique therapeutic approaches for clients with diverse identities. There is no one-size-fits-all approach at Effective Artistry. Many of our clients come to us frustrated with the formula of the therapy industry, which oftentimes focuses on pathologies and deficiencies. Our clients come to us tired of having therapists give them an "answer" that doesn't work for them. We see the strengths in our clients. We approach our clients with unconditional positive regard, respect, and autonomy. We lead with authenticity, and cultural humility, knowing that we can't possibly know everything. Our company culture is to challenge each other to grow and continue to be on the leading edge of the therapy industry. We have therapists who are EMDR-trained. Our approach emphasizes building shared language with the client that facilitates deep, meaningful changes.
Reach Out to Get Matched With a Therapist
We are here to help you in your therapy search. Our clinicians all have unique strengths, identities, and approaches, which allows us to offer effective therapy for a wide variety of clients. Don't hesitate to reach out. We can set you up to do a free 20 minute consultation with therapists on staff. We can help guide you to find a great fit based off your goals, unique identity, and preferences. We are passionate about finding the right fit for you, so if you meet a therapist and aren't feeling like they are a good fit, we are happy to have you meet other clinicians at the practice. We pride ourselves in helping clients feel comfortable and even enjoy the process of finding a therapist. We also have fantastic executive functioning coaches on staff who can work with clients anywhere in the world. You are welcome to call or email us, and we will get back to you as soon as we can to help you start the process of making meaningful change in your life in a safe, accepting, and understanding environment.
Call or Center For Effective Artistry now for a free 15 minute consultation - (224) 328-3675

Our Facility at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Effective Artistry

1340 Shermer Road

Suite 280

Northbrook, IL 60062

(224) 328-3675
We offer expert outpatient individual, couples, and family therapy in the state of Illinois. We offer virtual and in-person sessions.
We specialize in ADHD, Autism and LGBTQ+ 
We accept insurance 
Our clients are children (6 to 10), preteens and teens  
You're welcome to reach out and we can help you find a good fit!
Center For Effective Artistry
Let's Connect (224) 328-3675
Photo of Brandon Tessers - Center For Effective Artistry, LCPC, NCC, MA, Treatment Center

Our Facility at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Effective Artistry

1340 Shermer Road

Suite 280

Northbrook, IL 60062

(224) 328-3675
We offer expert outpatient individual, couples, and family therapy in the state of Illinois. We offer virtual and in-person sessions.
We specialize in ADHD, Autism and LGBTQ+ 
We accept insurance 
Our clients are children (6 to 10), preteens and teens  
You're welcome to reach out and we can help you find a good fit!
Center For Effective Artistry

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Out of Network
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Our therapy services are in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Choice PPO. Clients have the option to pay out of pocket, and we can provide superbills to get reimbursement for out-of-network benefits. Our executive functioning coaches are only out of pocket.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 328-3675
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Center For Effective Artistry
Treatment Center
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Our therapy services are in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Choice PPO. Clients have the option to pay out of pocket, and we can provide superbills to get reimbursement for out-of-network benefits. Our executive functioning coaches are only out of pocket.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 328-3675
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Center For Effective Artistry
Treatment Center

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Illinois / 180.013285
  • In Practice for 4 Years
  • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Masters in Marriage and Family Counseling, Graduated 2015
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Our therapists include credentials such as Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Social Worker, National Certified Counselor, Masters of Social Work, and Masters of Art. We have EMDR-trained clinicians. Our therapists are experts in neurodivergence.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 328-3675
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Center For Effective Artistry
Treatment Center
"
Our therapists include credentials such as Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Social Worker, National Certified Counselor, Masters of Social Work, and Masters of Art. We have EMDR-trained clinicians. Our therapists are experts in neurodivergence.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 328-3675
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Center For Effective Artistry
Treatment Center

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • LGBTQ+

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Child
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Executive Functioning
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Mood Disorders
  • Neurodivergence
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • School Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Video Game Addiction
  • Women's Issues
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We specialize in working with clients exploring neurodivergence, ADHD, ASD, AuDHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, queerness, gender, race, religion, climate grief, and substance use. Our neurodivergent therapists hold diverse queer, cultural, religious, and racial identities. We offer services in Spanish and Albanian. We offer in person and virtual therapy.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 328-3675
Photo of Brandon Tessers - Center For Effective Artistry, LCPC, NCC, MA, Treatment Center
Center For Effective Artistry
Treatment Center
"
We specialize in working with clients exploring neurodivergence, ADHD, ASD, AuDHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, queerness, gender, race, religion, climate grief, and substance use. Our neurodivergent therapists hold diverse queer, cultural, religious, and racial identities. We offer services in Spanish and Albanian. We offer in person and virtual therapy.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 328-3675
Photo of Brandon Tessers - Center For Effective Artistry, LCPC, NCC, MA, Treatment Center
Center For Effective Artistry
Treatment Center

3 Endorsements

Amy Springer Robinson
Amy Springer Robinson
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LSW
Effective Artistry is a phenomenal group practice that takes a special interest in supporting clients, and employees, in a neurodiverse world through approaches that break away from the medical model and towards a more inclusive and aware social model.
Caitlin Ruby Miller
Caitlin Ruby Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Effective Artistry is a completely unique and important force in the therapy industry. I can't imagine a better place to work, learn, be in community, and grow. I have full confidence in our shared intention to help our diverse, fantastic clients.
Brandon Tessers
Brandon Tessers
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
The Center for Effective Artistry is a culmination of my passion and life's work. I aim to continue to lead with curiosity and creativity, helping to guide the therapists at Effective Artistry to do meaningful work with our unique clients.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Deaf Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Albanian , 
Spanish

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Deaf Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Albanian , 
Spanish

Programs and Services

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Neurodivergence-Affirming
  • Person-Centered
  • Trauma Focused
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Our group practice offers couples, individual, and family therapy. Our diverse group of therapists include folks from various ethnic, religious, cultural, sexual, gender, and queer backgrounds, including therapists who speak Spanish and Albanian. We are in the process of developing groups. We have EMDR-trained clinicians, as well as social workers, counselors, and executive functioning coaches.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 328-3675
Photo of Brandon Tessers - Center For Effective Artistry, LCPC, NCC, MA, Treatment Center
Center For Effective Artistry
Treatment Center
"
Our group practice offers couples, individual, and family therapy. Our diverse group of therapists include folks from various ethnic, religious, cultural, sexual, gender, and queer backgrounds, including therapists who speak Spanish and Albanian. We are in the process of developing groups. We have EMDR-trained clinicians, as well as social workers, counselors, and executive functioning coaches.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 328-3675
Photo of Brandon Tessers - Center For Effective Artistry, LCPC, NCC, MA, Treatment Center
Center For Effective Artistry
Treatment Center

Location

Primary Location

Effective Artistry

1340 Shermer Road

Suite 280

Northbrook, IL 60062

(224) 328-3675

Email us

Our Website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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We offer expert outpatient individual, couples, and family therapy in the state of Illinois. We offer virtual and in-person sessions.
Call for a free consultation now - (224) 328-3675
Photo of Brandon Tessers - Center For Effective Artistry, LCPC, NCC, MA, Treatment Center
Center For Effective Artistry
Treatment Center
"
We offer expert outpatient individual, couples, and family therapy in the state of Illinois. We offer virtual and in-person sessions.
Call for a free consultation now - (224) 328-3675
Photo of Brandon Tessers - Center For Effective Artistry, LCPC, NCC, MA, Treatment Center
Center For Effective Artistry
Treatment Center