Ary Christofidis, Ph.D., LCP Founder & Director - Phone: (312) 593-3294 Locations: Park Ridge: 1440 Renaissance Drive, Suite 250, Park Ridge, IL 60068 Northbrook: 215 Revere Dr., Northbrook, IL 60062 Dr. Christofidis is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. He sees people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, marital conflict, and family discord. Christofidis regularly works with clients who have cancer, assisting them with the many challenges that accompany this disease. In addition, Dr. Christofidis treats youth who are struggling with emotional and family issues. His approach in working with clients includes elements of Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic and Family Systems therapies. A JOURNAL OF ORTHODOX FAITH AND CULTURE ROAD TO EmmAUs Help support Road to Emmaus Journal. The Road to Emmaus staff hopes that. The foundation of his approach to therapy comes from his three years of study at Hellenic College/Holy Cross School of Theology and the teachings of the Orthodox Christian Church. Christofidis received two graduate degrees from the University of Pittsburgh: a Masters in Clinical Social Work and a Ph.D. In Counseling Psychology. He has worked in two psychiatric hospitals, three university and community counseling centers, and a residential treatment facility. Christofidis received intensive training in family therapy from The Family Therapy Center at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. His most recent clinical experiences include working six years as a contract psychologist at The Family Institute of Northwestern University and seven years as a part-time psychologist at the Cancer Wellness Center. Christofidis is a nationally recognized speaker within the Pan-Orthodox community and has been a guest speaker on “Come Receive the Light” radio program on the Orthodox Christian Network. He has led clergy and clergy wives retreats and Family Synaxis seminars. He is a regular guest speaker at parish events in the Chicago area. In 2013 he was a keynote speaker at the 'Pastoral Challenges in Marriage' Conference at Holy Cross Seminary. In 2014 his Eminence Metropolitan Iakovos of Chicago appointed Dr. Christofidis to be the permanent representative to the Network of the Ecumenical Patriarchate for Pastoral Health Care. Randa Karadsheh Anderson, Ph.D., LCP Phone: (847) 650-3952 Location: 5101 Washington St, Suite 1102, Gurnee, IL 60031. Convenient north/south access via Highway 94 or Route 41 and east/west access via Grand Ave or Route 120. Anderson is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who treats children, adolescents, and adults. She works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief & loss, divorce, and relationship conflicts. Managing stress, anger, and adjustments to significant life changes are also a frequent focus of treatment. Anderson often treats women struggling with parenting issues and life transitions. With a background in Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, she works collaboratively with clients to improve emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. She offers a safe and supportive environment in which to explore underlying issues contributing to current problems. Anderson received her Doctorate in Psychology from The University of Chicago. She completed her clinical psychology training at the University of Chicago Hospital and at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center. Since 1998, she has been a staff psychologist at the Bradley Counseling Center in Lake County where she has provided outpatient psychotherapy, as well as taught child psychotherapy seminars and supervised graduate students. Allena Barbato, JD, AMFT Phone: (847) 986-9314 Location: Grayslake: 11 S. Lake St., Grayslake, IL 60030 Allena is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. She works with families, couples, and single parents, focusing on relationship-building, conflict resolution, and improving parent/child communication and interactions. She is a certified Positive Discipline Instructor and works with families to teach the fundamentals of positive parenting. Allena has experience in crisis intervention, especially with adolescents in emotional distress. She assists adolescents in finding their way through the maze of life, healing from abuse issues, and she guides them through the pain of suicidal ideation, unlocking the keys to positive living. Allena creates an atmosphere of trust and personal responsibility in order to assist individuals in seeking to know their past and facing the challenges of the present to build a healthier, happier more desirable future. Allena received her Master of Arts in Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology. As part of her training, she worked in a college counseling center, a childcare center and a family service agency, providing individual and group therapy, parenting skill development, and community outreach. Prior to becoming a marriage and family therapist, Allena received her Doctorate in Jurisprudence from Southern Illinois University. She practiced family law and worked in detention centers with juvenile delinquents.
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