I am a caring and non-judgmental therapist.  I believe in empowering my clients and making them believe in themselves first and foremost.  I work with people of all ages, backgrounds, religions, creeds, and socio-economic levels.  Having worked in many settings, including hospitals, private care, and homes, I have learned to understand my clients before helping them to change.

While I tend towards cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), in which the client learns to change their behaviors to allow for a change in the thought patterns, I will use many different ideas and approaches with my clients as necessary and appropriate.  This eclectic approach allows me to treat each client individually and ensures that, as we work together, the client can discover the best in themselves. 

Referrals to other medical professionals such as internists, psychiatrists, pediatricians as needed.

Referrals accepted to Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) where applicable.
Faith based counseling available. 

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Therapy for Children and Adolescents:  Childhood Growth & Development

Individual therapy w/children ages 6-12 Explain normal developmental growth Children w/behavioral problems School issues Learning disabilities ADHD Conduct disorders Oppositional Defiant Disorders Anxiety

Therapy for Adolescents: Behavioral problems Academic issues Parent/child interaction Substance abuse Depression Anxiety Coping skills Improve social skills

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Individual Therapy for Adults: Anxiety Disorders & Trauma Therapy

Depression - how to identify and how to cope	Stress - how to identify and how to cope	Anger and Stress Management
Proper diagnosis leads to proper treatment Behavioral intervention Cognitive behavioral intervention Coping with depression Helping family members cope with depression Preventative measures Psychiatric referral if medication indicated	Organization of daily activities to reduce stress Identify acceptable levels of stress Define signs and symptoms of anxiety disorders Learn new coping techniques to manage stress Recognize signs of stress before they overwhelm	Help the individual to recognize appropriate responses to conflict Understanding healthy vs. unhealthy conflict Design programs specific to the individual to help manage anger responses in a number of settings Coping w/stress in a stressful world

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Family Therapy
"Every family has its issues. How you respond to them is up to you."

Improve group dynamics Improve communication skills Focus on positive behaviors Help with transitioning Work with blended families Divorce

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Couples Counseling

First identify problem areas Set goals to achieve Set objectives to measure change Focus on the couple in the relationship Focus on the individual in the relationship Improve communication skills Increase intimacy Increase personal understanding of each other Determine long term solutions Teach couples to identify problems before overwhelmed Teach couples how to deal with problems Engage children in the sessions as appropriate

Kenneth J. Stanek, PhD, LCPC, BCPC, SC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Board Certified - American Psychotherapy Association
Fellow, American Psychotherapy Association(DAPA)
4415 W. Harrison, Suite 307, Hillside, IL 60162
Email me
708.439.1327 \ FAX: 708.924.1328


www.kenstanek.net

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