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Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Chicago
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to providing compassionate and evidence-based mental health support. My practice focuses on addressing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and autism spectrum disorders for clients aged 12 to 100. Utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and attachment-informed approaches, I create personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs. I offer both virtual and in-office sessions, prioritizing accessibility and flexibility for my clients.My expertise extends to crisis intervention, school-related issues, and immigration-related mental health evaluations, with a commitment to cultural competence and systemic advocacy. With licensure in Illinois since 1997 and advanced training in trauma-informed care, I strive to create safe therapeutic spaces for individuals, couples, and families seeking emotional resilience and healing.
Services
Anxiety Counseling
Depression Treatment
Couples Therapy
Autism Support
Immigration Evaluations
School Behavior Counseling
Crisis Intervention
Attachment-Based Therapy
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of clinical experience in mental health therapy
- Specialized expertise in anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorders
- Evidence-based approaches tailored to individual needs
- Flexible virtual and in-office appointment options
- Comprehensive immigration-related mental health evaluations
Services
Anxiety & Depression Counseling
Specialized treatment for anxiety and depression using evidence-based approaches including CBT and DBT. Addresses symptoms like insomnia, emotional regulation challenges, and behavioral patterns. Combines present-focused strategies with exploration of past experiences to create lasting change for clients aged 12+.
Couples Therapy
Attachment-based therapy for couples addressing communication breakdowns, parenting conflicts, and financial stressors. Utilizes Gottman-informed techniques to improve emotional connection and resolve relationship patterns. Focuses on creating safe spaces for vulnerability and mutual understanding.
Autism Spectrum Support
Tailored counseling for individuals on the autism spectrum addressing social communication challenges and emotional regulation. Enhances daily living skills through structured interventions. Supports clients in developing social strategies while maintaining neurodiversity-affirming practices.
School Behavior Counseling
Specialized services for school-related challenges including ADHD and executive functioning difficulties. Combines social-emotional learning curricula with advocacy for special education needs. Focuses on improving academic performance through behavioral interventions and family collaboration.
Immigration Evaluations
Comprehensive mental health evaluations for immigration relief cases including asylum, VAWA, and hardship waivers. Provides expert documentation of psychological trauma and expert testimony. Addresses emotional impacts of deportation proceedings and immigration-related stressors.
People
Lauren Raphael LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
LCSW with 25+ years of experience specializing in anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorders. Holds Illinois license #149008215. Master's from University of Illinois-Chicago. Provides evidence-based therapy for ages 12-100.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
I provide anxiety and depression counseling, couples therapy, autism spectrum support, school behavior counseling, and immigration-related mental health evaluations.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, I accept BCBS PPO/HMO, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, Humana, and Lyra Health. Out-of-network reimbursement options are also available.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact through the website or email to arrange virtual sessions on Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri or in-office appointments on Thursdays.
What therapy approaches do you use?
I utilize CBT, DBT, attachment theory, and family systems approaches tailored to each client's specific needs and goals.
Do you offer sliding scale fees?
Yes, sliding scale options are available to accommodate different financial situations while maintaining quality care.
