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Mental Health Counselor / Therapist in Crystal Lake, IL

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Mark Myers, LCSW

Mark Myers, LCSW | Mental Health Counselor / Therapist photo
Counseling the Whole Person
LCSW, CADC
Myers Counseling Group was started in August of 1999. Mark and Janet initially worked out of the Gurnee office. As our practice grew, we included Crystal Lake in our service area. Currently, Mark Myers and Angela Lacalamita LCPC work exclusively at Crystal lake providing the staffing needs of our clients. Our philosophy, has not changed since we first started working in the helping profession. We work with where our clients are at, using whatever resources we can. We support them through their journey in recovery.
Education/Training
Education
BA: Northeastern Illinois University
MSW: Loyola University
Certified Alcohol and other Drug Counselor
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Bio
Mark Myers received his Master of Social Work Degree from Loyola University in 1987. He has been practicing in the helping profession since 1981. He is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1990. Also, since 1988, he is a Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor. Mr. Myers provides counseling to individuals, couples, and adolescents for a variety of areas including: drug and alcohol abuse, parenting issues, marital issues, depression, anxiety, and anger issues. He presents workshops and consultations to mental health professionals and the community from the mental health and addictions fields.

Professional Orientation
His professional approach focuses on behavior and thought. Mr. Myers uses strategies to enhance problem solving skills, communication, and coping skills. According to research findings, there is a strong relationship between our thoughts and our emotions. By understanding and becoming more aware of this relationship, individuals will be able to redirect unproductive thought and behavioral patterns. Mr. Myers also encourages tapping into our own resources using handouts, readings, and therapeutic exercises. He works in partnership with individuals to change behaviors and thoughts. This approach allows individuals to continue to grow even after therapy ends.

Mr. Myers has provided numerous presentations to schools, business professionals, and community members. He has offered lectures in the following areas: substance abuse, anger management, communication skills, stress management, general wellness, and steroid abuse. He has also consulted to school districts, hospitals, corporations and agencies in various capacities.


Publications
Exercise Addiction and Steroid Abuse. January 1990 (Hazelden Publications).
Memberships
Affiliations
National Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapists
National Association of Social Workers
Payments Accepted
Cash, Credit, Check
Hours:Day, Evening, and Weekend
Cost/Session
Take most insurance. Flexible fee schedule if no insurance
License:149002705
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
 Therapy  Loneliness
 Addiction  Marriage & Family Therapy
 Adolescents  Marriage Counseling
 Anger Management  Men's Issues
 Anxiety and Panic  Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
 Asperger's Syndrome  Online / Teletherapy
 Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)  Play Therapy
 Caregiver Issues  Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
 Children's Counseling  Relationship Issues
 Chronic Illness  Self-Esteem Issues
 Couples  Seniors and Elder Care Issues
 Depression  Stress Management
 Divorce  Trauma and PTSD
 Grief and Loss  Work and Career Issues
 Life Transitions
Licenses/Certifications
 Certified Substance Abuse Counselor  Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Location
300 Memorial Drive, Suite 200
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