Business Details
6 Years
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Emergency
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Specialist Anxiety Treatment in Hinsdale
Verdandi Anxiety Clinic & Consulting is a boutique psychology practice founded by Dr. Ellen Jorstad-Stein, a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of specialized experience in cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety disorders. Our practice integrates evidence-based approaches including CBT, mindfulness-based interventions, and motivational enhancement to address anxiety, depression, and related conditions across the lifespan. We serve clients from older children to adults, offering comprehensive assessment, individual therapy, and specialized consulting services. Our evidence-based methodology draws from exposure and response prevention for OCD, cognitive processing therapy for PTSD, and mindfulness techniques grounded in MBSR and ACT frameworks. Located in Hinsdale, Illinois, we provide accessible care to residents of Western Suburbs communities while maintaining strict adherence to clinical excellence and ethical standards.Our team combines academic rigor with practical application, having trained under pioneers in CBT and contributed to peer-reviewed research in anxiety treatment. We prioritize personalized care that meets clients where they are, fostering collaborative therapeutic relationships to facilitate meaningful life changes. Our practice philosophy emphasizes present-focused awareness while honoring individual histories and values. We maintain active professional memberships and continuously update our clinical approaches based on the latest scientific developments. Our commitment to community extends beyond clinical work through educational advocacy and service on local school councils.
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Virtual Therapy Sessions
Psychological Assessment
Exposure Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Interventions
OCD Treatment
PTSD Therapy
Social Anxiety Treatment
Consulting Services
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of specialized CBT experience for anxiety disorders
- Our treatment integrates evidence-based methods with mindfulness techniques
- We provide both in-person and virtual therapy options for accessibility
- Our psychologist trained under CBT pioneers including Aaron Beck's colleagues
- We serve clients from older children through older adults with tailored approaches
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders using evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy techniques. Our approach combines exposure therapy, cognitive restructuring, and mindfulness practices to address generalized anxiety, panic attacks, and related conditions. Treatment focuses on developing practical coping strategies while addressing underlying thought patterns contributing to anxiety symptoms. Services are available for clients aged older children through adults.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Structured psychotherapy approach focusing on identifying and modifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. Our CBT programs incorporate exposure and response prevention for OCD, cognitive processing therapy for PTSD, and behavioral activation techniques. Treatment is tailored to individual needs with measurable goals and skills development for long-term symptom management across various anxiety disorders.
Virtual Therapy Sessions
Secure telehealth sessions providing accessible mental health care during the pandemic. Our virtual platform maintains therapeutic effectiveness while following CDC guidelines. Sessions include the same evidence-based interventions as in-person visits, with flexibility for clients who prefer remote treatment options or have mobility constraints.
Psychological Assessment
Comprehensive diagnostic assessments for anxiety disorders and related conditions. The evaluation process includes clinical interviews, standardized assessments, and formulation of personalized treatment plans. We assess for co-occurring conditions like depression and provide detailed feedback to guide effective intervention strategies tailored to each client's specific needs.
Exposure Therapy
Specialized intervention for phobias and anxiety disorders using gradual exposure techniques. Our structured program helps clients confront feared situations in a controlled therapeutic environment. Treatment includes psychoeducation about anxiety mechanisms, development of coping skills, and systematic desensitization to reduce avoidance behaviors and improve quality of life.
People
Dr. Ellen Jorstad-Stein
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Jorstad-Stein is a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience in cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety disorders. She received her Ph.D. from Temple University and completed specialized training at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital and University of Illinois at Chicago. Her expertise includes evidence-based treatments for anxiety, OCD, and PTSD.
Questions
What anxiety disorders do you treat?
We treat generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, specific phobias, panic disorder, health anxiety, and trauma-related conditions using evidence-based therapies.
Do you offer virtual therapy sessions?
Yes, we currently offer virtual therapy services following CDC guidelines while maintaining our commitment to effective anxiety treatment.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Hinsdale and surrounding Western Suburbs communities including Downers Grove, Lisle, Oak Brook, and Elmhurst, with convenient access from major interstates.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our primary approach is cognitive behavioral therapy, supplemented by mindfulness-based interventions and motivational enhancement techniques tailored to each client's needs.
Do you accept new clients?
Yes, we are currently accepting new clients for virtual therapy sessions and will update our policy as guidelines change.
