Hellen G. McDonald Counseling

Postpartum Depression Information And Support Group

Hellen G. McDonald, LCSW

Credentials and Experience

• Social Service Experience since 1988
• Masters in Social Work (MSW)
• Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Diverse Background
• Bilingual
• Experience in Inpatient and Outpatient Settings
• Experience with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults
• Experience with University student issues
• Knowledge of immigrant and diversity issues
• Certificate in Peri-Natal Bereavement

Counseling Services Offered for:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Diversity Issues
• Grief and Loss
• Immigrant issues
• Life choices
• Substance use
• Work-related issues

Students are Welcome! Sliding-fee scale available. Evening hours and Saturdays are also available.

Janel Wager, LCPC

I believe therapy is a place for people to find the safety and acceptance that will allow them to explore their feelings and thoughts in a constructive and supportive atmosphere. Through the relationship developed with the therapist you can attempt and explore solutions, learn and practice skills, and process and incorporate your experiences. I am comfortable with a cognitive behavioral and interpersonal approach.

How I Can Help

I am comfortable working with all ages and races of people. I have experience providing play therapy to young children, working with adolescents, individuals and couples.

Professional Experience

• Parenting Issues
• Play Therapy
• Abuse and Neglect
• Relationship issues
• Depression and Anxiety
• Grief and Loss

Education

• MA in Counseling Psychology from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, IL
• BS in Psychology, University of Illinois

Licensure

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

Professional Organizations

• American Association of Christian Counselors