About Me

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Marilynn is an experienced psychotherapist whose work over the past 25 years has taken her across a wide realm of diverse and varied people and issues. She has had the privilege of working with people at all developmental levels. She works full time in private practice with offices in Evanston and Chicago. Enjoys working with people from all backgrounds and experiences and has developed a particular focus on young adults and Creative high achievers. Her practice has evolved and includes intensive psychotherapy as well as mindfulness, cognitive behavioral strategies and sometimes coaching as needed. In her spare time she enjoys learning new things, listening to music, reading and spending time with family and friends.

Education:

  • MSW -University of Illinois at Chicago
  • Phi Kappa Phi Honor society
  • BA- psychology Elmhurst College

Clinical Background:

  • LCSW
  • Illinois License 149.006227
  • Private Practice 1997 to present
  • Post Graduate ongoing Clinical Training
  • The Contextual Behavior Therapy Fellowship
  • U of Chicago Certificate
  • The Advanced Psychodynamic Fellowship in Clincal Practice U. of Chicago Certificate
  • Handrup and Associates
  • Jewish Family and Community Services
  • Virginia Frank Child Development Center