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Dr. Childs was awarded a federal government grant two times in a row as a vendor with Chicago Public Schools, SMART program working with adolescents who are at risk of not graduating from high school who have challenges with psychological and social issues. Dr. Childs is also involved with the Safe and Drug Free Title Program with the Archdiocese of Chicago. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/597bbacfb3db2b8c98106abb/24016836-8fcb-48ff-95af-91b369d2f05c/464375374_122204283416025950_5769937743817829832_n.jpg Home - Tune into The Pulse Radio on WEKG for Mental Health Matters with Dr. Alan Childs! New episodes air at 11am on the last Sunday of every month! Click Here to Listen! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/597bbacfb3db2b8c98106abb/4d853005-e1e2-451c-9041-6235505684f3/Plaque_Award.png Home - Dr. Alan P. 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Childs, M.A., Psy.D is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. He earned his B.A. in Psychology from Westminster College, New Wilmington, PA; and his Master of Arts in Professional Clinical Psychology from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania; and his Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from the Forest Institute of Professional Psychology, Wheeling, IL. He became Chairman and Clinical Director of his practice in 1994. He is a member of the Illinois Psychological Association and the American Psychological Association. Dr. Childs has extensive University teaching experience and frequently appears as an expert in divorce court hearings and a clinical spokesperson for FOX NEWS CHICAGO. Dr. Childs was awarded a federal government grant two times in a row as a vendor with Chicago Public Schools, SMART program working with adolescents who are at risk of not graduating from high school who have challenges with psychological and social issues. 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Jocelyn has training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and began her career at a community agency offering individual and family counseling services and specializing in the crisis care system working alongside local law enforcement as a mental health clinical responder. Jocelyn's approach to therapy is integrative and client centered. She believes that our personal life experiences have shaped each and every one of us in a unique way; that very unique quality in every individual is something she strongly advocates to embrace. Jocelyn's mission in her work with others is to awaken hope and possibility into their lives, and promote healing in a safe, supportive and comforting environment. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/597bbacfb3db2b8c98106abb/3ddf0066-3ea0-4dca-a751-461b7cbf778c/Screenshot+2024-09-28+at+9.10.54%E2%80%AFAM.png Team - Lisa Kuban, MA, LCPC, ASDCS, CCTS-I ASSISTANT CLINICAL DIRECTOR Lisa Kuban, MA, LCPC, ASDCS, CCTS-I is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. She received her degree from Trinity Christian College with a master’s in counseling psychology and her Bachelors in Educational Psychology from DePaul University. Ms. Kuban’s clinical experience includes individuals and couples of ages 5 to adult who are experiencing issues in anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, trauma, depression, Adjustment disorders, behavior modifications and adolescent issues. Ms. Kuban also has significant experience working on reunification cases, and co parenting coaching. She has worked extensively alongside Dr. Childs on many 604B and 215A evaluations. Ms. Kuban has a passion for helping individuals who are experiencing mental health issues coupled with chronic health issues. She is also passionate about working with individuals to develop life and coping skills in a solution focused modality that will provide them with the ability to have healthy self-growth, quality interpersonal relationships, and a more fulfilling and positive life. Ms. Kuban uses a multi-modal approach to therapy that involves collaboration with individuals to establish the best therapeutic tools based on the individuals needs and personality. Ms. Kuban believes that therapy is not something that needs to be done only when an individual is in distress but also to maintain and be proactive about coping with the everyday life stresses that enter our lives. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/597bbacfb3db2b8c98106abb/4cbd4a27-d3da-4b36-bb59-7ba9d6d8e3f8/Screenshot+2024-09-28+at+9.15.55%E2%80%AFAM.png Team - Sophia Papageorge-Karvelas, MA, LCPC, LMT, CIMPH SENIOR THERAPIST Sophia Papageorge-Karvelas, MA, LCPC, LMT, CIMHP is a multi-disciplinary licensed psychotherapist. She has a Masters Degree in Clinical Professional Psychology with a Graduate Certificate in Child & Family Studies. She is a licensed massage therapist and has a background in energy work, feng shui, and theatre. Sophia is certified in "Nutrition & Integrative Medicine for the Mental Health Professionals" (CIMHP), and recently became certified in "Functional Nutrition." These certifications allow her to focus on 'nutrition & integrative medicine' as part of her clinical approaches to a client's comprehensive mental health treatment plan. Sophia keeps up with her biannual continuing education requirements by obtaining diverse certificates in the field of Psychology, which include but are not limited to CBT, Gottman Method for couples, Gestalt, Neuroscience, Nutrition, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and more. Sophia's clinical experience for the past decade includes working with individuals, couples, and family therapy. Sophia uses her knowledge of psychology, health, nutrition, & bodywork to help people reconnect with their best selves and flourish! She focuses on a mind & body connection. Her approach to therapy draws on her diverse experience and training, and true dedication to helping people transform! Sophia's passion is to work with people on their therapeutic journey and help them overcome emotional, behavioral, and psychological issues. She is deeply committed to helping individuals develop a sense of peace and well-being, enhance their quality of life, and improve their overall health. Sophia provides warm and caring support to those struggling with life's challenges in an empathetic, challenging, and genuine manner. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/597bbacfb3db2b8c98106abb/fb0ac379-7118-4053-a79f-5c96e66c3422/Screenshot+2024-09-28+at+9.30.24%E2%80%AFAM.png Team - David Stephenson CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER David W Stephenson has been the Chief Financial Officer for Dr. Alan Childs and Associates for the past 25 years, and has maintained an active and keen interest in the business and ethical practices of our comprehensive practice. More recently, David has been promoted to the Vice President of Business Development and Standards, and is actively involved in working with the clinical and administrative staff regarding best practices in order to maintain the highest level of quality and ongoing compassion that is maintained and upheld by Dr. Alan Childs’ practice. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/597bbacfb3db2b8c98106abb/b511643d-8e77-46b1-9aa0-15deab675dfe/Screenshot+2024-09-28+at+9.28.54%E2%80%AFAM.png Team - Alex Saldivar, MA ASSISTANT PRACTICE COORDINATOR Alex is the Assistant Practice Coordinator of our practice. Alex received his Bachelor's degree in Applied Psychology from the University of Illinois at Chicago and received his Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University. During Alex’s undergraduate experience, he ran support groups for fellow students on campus and completed an internship with Northwestern University’s Institute for Sexual and Gender Minority Health and Wellbeing where he assisted in the research of healthy sexual education programs for the LGBTQ+ Community. While at Roosevelt, Alex also completed an internship with Trinity Services, a non-profit organization located in New Lenox, IL, and worked directly with dually-diagnosed adults with intellectual disabilities. Alex is passionate about working with individuals experiencing issues related to anxiety, depression, autism, and mood disorders to develop therapeutic coping techniques and establish goals to help individuals lead a healthy life.