Business Details
Clinical & Forensic Psychology Services in Chicago
We are a team of licensed clinical psychologists dedicated to providing comprehensive psychological services to individuals, couples, families, attorneys, and businesses. With decades of combined experience, we specialize in clinical and forensic psychology, offering diagnostic assessments, therapeutic interventions, and expert court testimony. Our multidisciplinary approach integrates collaboration with psychiatrists, social workers, and other mental health professionals to address complex psychological needs.As faculty members at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and other institutions, we combine academic rigor with practical expertise. Our services span individual therapy, couples counseling, addiction treatment, forensic evaluations, and custody mediation, supported by a commitment to accessibility through no-charge telephone consultations. Our teams extensive experience in legal and clinical settings ensures tailored solutions for both personal and professional challenges.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Addictive Disorders
Forensic Evaluations
Custody Mediation
Parenting Plans
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Divorce Recovery
Expert Testimony
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in clinical and forensic psychology.
- Our team includes faculty members at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
- We provide no-charge telephone consultations for accessible care.
- Our forensic expertise includes 2,000+ evaluations for legal cases.
- We combine multidisciplinary collaboration with personalized treatment plans.
Associations and certifications
- American College of Forensic Examiners
What people say
5-star rating on Zocdoc
Outstanding capacity for empathy
Highly recommended for relationship issues
Exceptional forensic expertise
Personalized and effective treatment
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored therapeutic sessions address anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. Our evidence-based approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with personalized strategies to improve mental health outcomes. Clients benefit from a supportive environment fostering self-awareness and growth.
Couples Counseling
Specialized interventions help couples enhance communication, resolve conflicts, and rebuild trust. We address relationship dynamics through structured sessions focused on mutual understanding and collaborative problem-solving for long-term relationship health.
Forensic Evaluations
Court-ordered psychological assessments include custody evaluations, fitness-for-duty exams, and expert testimony. Our forensic experts provide objective analysis and clear, defensible reports for legal proceedings and dispute resolution.
Addiction Treatment
Comprehensive programs address drug, alcohol, and behavioral addictions through individualized treatment plans. We integrate motivational interviewing and relapse prevention strategies to support sustainable recovery and address underlying psychological factors.
Custody Mediation
Neutral facilitation helps parents create child-centered custody arrangements. Our process focuses on children's needs while balancing parental rights, promoting cooperative parenting post-divorce through structured mediation sessions.
People
Alan M Jaffe, PsyD
Clinical & Forensic Psychologist
Licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin, Dr. Jaffe has 33 years of faculty experience at Northwestern University. He specializes in forensic evaluations, custody mediation, and addiction treatment, with expertise in legal testimony and corporate psychological assessments.
Melanie J. Thakkar
Assistant Director
A licensed clinical psychologist with six years of experience, Dr. Thakkar specializes in adolescent and adult therapy. She supervises at The Illinois School of Professional Psychology and provides individual and family counseling in Chicago.
Questions
What clinical services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, addiction treatment, anxiety/depression management, and forensic psychological evaluations for legal cases.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we offer both in-person and telehealth sessions for clinical psychology services in Illinois and Wisconsin.
What forensic services are available?
Our forensic services include custody evaluations, expert testimony, fitness-for-duty assessments, and litigation support for family law and criminal cases.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at (312) 346-2640 or via email for a no-charge telephone consultation to discuss your needs.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Chicago, Lake Geneva, and surrounding areas in Illinois and Wisconsin for in-person appointments.
