Counseling Services

• Individual Counseling for adults and older adolescents 
• Marital / Couples Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Provision of culturally-relevant counseling in multiple languages to Caucasians and minorities including African Americans, Hispanics, Asians, Arabians, and Muslims. 

Conditions Treated 

• Psychotherapy for a wide range of emotional problems 
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) 
• Depression 
• Marital / Couples Issues 
• Anxiety Disorders 
• Anger Control Problems 
• Domestic Abuse 
• Divorce and Separation 
• Loss and Grief
• Eating Disorders and Weight Control Problem 
• Parenting Issues 
• Acculturation Issues

Education

• Psy.D. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL.
• M.A. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL.
• PMDCP Institute of Clinical Psychology, Karachi University, Pakistan.
• M.A. University of Peshawar, Peshawar, Pakistan 

Experience

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at Wolfe Behavioral Health, 
  New Lenox, IL.
• Mental Health Counselor at Mental Health Services Division of Cermak Health Services, Cook County Department of Corrections 
• Clinical training and experience from Greater Lawn Mental Health Center, Chicago Department of Public Health, Chicago 
• Clinical training and experience from Institute of Clinical Psychology, Karachi University, Pakistan 
• Former Clinical Psychologist at Rawalpindi General Hospital, Pakistan

Professional Memberships

• Member – American Psychological Association 
• Member – Illinois Counseling Association
• Member – Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association

Counseling Philosophy

The overwhelming emotional strain resulting from the unavoidable difficult life circumstances, emotionally traumatic past experiences, or conflictual / abusive relationships can lead to exhaustion, diminished ability to cope with everyday life, and development of certain psychological conditions over time that require treatment. 

The foundation of my therapeutic work is embedded in my belief that, if provided a right treatment opportunity in a safe and confidential therapeutic environment, each one of us has a strong potential to resolve complex psychological issues and develop effective ways of coping with everyday life to achieve greater satisfaction and meaningfulness.

The central focus of my practice is the provision of counseling for conditions originating mainly from the emotionally overwhelming experiences such as childhood physical, emotional or sexual abuse, sexual assault, domestic abuse, marital/couple issues, divorce and separation, sudden unexpected death of loved one and the devastating loss of any kind. Such experiences may result in helplessness, guilt, or low self-esteem.

Since psychological problems are often complex and diverse, I carefully select the therapeutic approaches and styles that best meet the needs of my patients to help them achieve their treatment goals.

Phone 708-429-6999 to make an appointment.

Contact Dr. Raja by e-mail