Business Details
Expert Psychological Services in Libertyville
At Growth Psychological Services, our team of compassionate and knowledgeable clinicians is dedicated to supporting personal growth through comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations and therapy services. We specialize in addressing neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism, as well as emotional and behavioral concerns, learning differences, and giftedness. Our collaborative approach ensures assessments and interventions are tailored to individual needs, fostering self-awareness and resilience.With expertise in evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and art therapy, we serve children, teens, and adults, prioritizing a strong therapeutic alliance to drive meaningful change. Our clinicians bring decades of combined experience in psychological testing, family therapy, and school consultation, ensuring clients receive actionable insights and personalized strategies for success.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Art Therapy
Psychological Testing
Neuropsychological Evaluations
Giftedness Testing
School Consultation
Substance Abuse Counseling
Sand Tray Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized neuropsychological evaluations with actionable recommendations.
- Our team includes bilingual clinicians and specialists in neurodivergence.
- We utilize evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and art therapy.
- Our clinicians have decades of combined experience in mental health care.
- We provide school consultation services for educational accommodations.
What people say
Exceptional personalized care
Expertise in neurodivergence
Compassionate clinicians
Actionable insights
Supportive environment
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy sessions addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT to build coping strategies and improve mental well-being. Sessions foster self-awareness and resilience for adults and children aged 3+.
Neuropsychological Testing
Comprehensive evaluations measuring cognitive abilities, emotional functioning, and learning styles. This service identifies ADHD, autism, learning disorders, and giftedness, providing tailored recommendations for educational and therapeutic support. Results guide interventions for children through adults.
Family Therapy
Therapy sessions addressing family conflict, communication challenges, and relationship dynamics. Our clinicians use family systems approaches to improve understanding and collaboration, supporting healthier interactions and conflict resolution for all family members.
Art Therapy
Therapeutic approach integrating art-making with traditional counseling techniques. This service supports self-expression and emotional regulation for individuals with neurodivergence, cognitive disabilities, or trauma. Sessions combine creativity with clinical expertise to address mental health challenges.
School Consultation
Collaborative services for schools including psychoeducational testing, behavior management strategies, and staff training. We provide FBA/BIP guidance and workshops on neurodiversity, executive functioning, and classroom interventions to support diverse learners.
People
Dr. Tom Malia
Founder
Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in neuropsychological testing for ADHD, autism, and giftedness. Focuses on emotional functioning and interpersonal styles across the lifespan.
Dr. Anuja Gadgil
Testing Clinician
Bilingual psychologist offering evaluations and therapy for learning difficulties, anxiety, and autism. Specializes in socio-emotional functioning and cross-cultural assessments.
Katie Papierniak
Therapist
25-year veteran therapist using CBT, DBT, and creative interventions. Specializes in ADHD, trauma, and emotional dysregulation for children and adults.
Karen Thompson
Therapist
Licensed social worker providing individual and family therapy. Integrates CBT and motivational interviewing to address mental health and relationship challenges.
Sarah Mocco
Therapist
Specialist in adult mental health and substance abuse counseling. Uses CBT and client-centered approaches to support recovery and emotional well-being.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and art therapy using evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic therapy for children, teens, and adults.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network with Aetna, CIGNA, United Healthcare, and Blue Cross PPOs for therapy and evaluations. Giftedness testing and academic testing are self-pay services.
What does neuropsychological testing involve?
Testing includes an initial interview, assessment sessions, and a feedback meeting. It evaluates cognitive abilities, emotional functioning, and learning patterns to identify ADHD, autism, learning disorders, and giftedness.
What are your cancellation policies?
Therapy sessions require 24-hour notice for cancellations; testing appointments require 3-day notice. Late cancellations incur fees of $50 (therapy) or $500 (testing).
Do you offer school support services?
Yes, we provide psychoeducational testing, behavior management strategies, and staff training for schools. Our services support IEP development and classroom interventions.
