Siegal Eli-Gers Counseling
1609 Sherman Ave.
Suite 318
Evanston, Illinois 60201
(847) 868.2140
Treatment Approach
Modality: Individuals & Family
Treatment Orientation:
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Family / Marital
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Family Systems
Humanistic
Humanistic
Interpersonal
Interpersonal
IPT is a short-term psychotherapy in which therapist and client identify the issues and problems of interpersonal relationships. They also explore the client’s life history to help recognize problem areas and then work toward ways to rectify them.
There are specific Interpersonal therapies, such as Imago therapy, which focus on intimate relationships.
Interpersonal therapy is not to be confused with transpersonal psychology, which is the study of states in which people experience a deeper sense of who they are, or a sense of greater connectedness with others, nature or spirituality.
Eclectic
Eclectic
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: Since 2005
- School: University of Michigan / Master’s Social Work / 2005
- School: Indiana University / Bachelor’s Social Work / 2001
- School: Indiana University / Bachelor’s Psychology / 2000
- License No. and State: 149.012451 Illinois / 254338 Kentucky
Accepted Insurance Plans
- BlueCross BlueShield PPO
- Northwestern University Student Health Insurance Plan
Finances
- Accepted Payment Methods: Cash, Check, Credit Card, Zelle
Our Practice Focuses On:
Her specialties include working with young adults & adolescents experiencing depression, self-harming behaviors, relationship problems, including problems with peers and families, parenting work, anxiety, trauma, body image, and self-esteem. Siegal has had additional specialized training in working with adolescents and adults who are survivors of dating or domestic violence or unhealthy relationships, as well as utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy within treatment. Siegal works with Individuals, Families and Groups.
- Academic Underachievement
- ADHD
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Body Image
- Behavioral Issues
- Bullying
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Grief and Loss
- Learning Disabilities
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Peer Pressure
- Relationship (Dating & Marital)
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexuality
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma
First Session
In the initial session, you will meet with your therapist to discuss the reasons for coming to treatment and goals that you wish to achieve. In addition, when indicated, the therapist will gather individual and family history. Other members of the family and/or significant others may participate in the initial session depending on the situation.
What should I expect after the first session?
In the beginning the therapist will meet with you and depending upon the situation will involve family or significant others in the initial appointments. Generally with children and adolescents, there will be family and parent sessions plus at least one individually with the child/adolescent. After approximately 3-4 assessment appointments, the therapist collaborates with you to develop goals for therapy and will involve family or significant others as needed.
How long are sessions and how often will we meet.
Sessions will be approximately 50-60 minutes. Appointments are usually made on a once a week basis. In some situations, more frequent sessions may be arranged.
How long will therapy last?
Depending upon the goals established the length of therapy will vary. The therapist and you will review the progress of the work together. Based upon this review, goals can be renegotiated and/or treatment can be completed.
Do you accept insurance?
Siegal Eli-Gers is an in-network provider for Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and Northwestern University Student Health Insurance Plan. Documentation for out-of-network reimbursement can be provided.
Is my therapy confidential?
Yes. Everything you say in individual adult counseling remains between you and your therapist. When working with children and adolescents there will be occasions when parents will be provided general information about the progress of the therapy with their child or teen. Collaboration with other providers will require a release of information. There are a few limits to the confidentiality. These limits include: you making statements in regards to hurting yourself; hurting someone else; or someone hurting you. Your therapist is required by law to report or take necessary action to keep you and others safe. If you are currently experiencing these kinds of feelings or are being hurt , please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Do you refer out for medication, will you collaborate with a psychiatrist, school social worker or others?
Yes. If the therapist and you decide that medication would assist with treatment, the therapist will refer you to a psychiatrist. If it is determined that you or a child/adolescent needs psychological or educational testing, a referral to a psychologist will be made. Also, the therapists will collaborate with your child’s school as needed. Collaborative efforts with physicians, lawyers and other allied health professionals will occur based on your needs and/or those of the family.
Siegal Eli-Gers Counseling
1609 Sherman Ave.
Suite 318
Evanston, Illinois 60201
(847) 868.2140
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