Yael Ron, LCP, LCPC
Experience CHANGE and RESOLUTION. You're not alone in your struggles.My purpose is to support you through crisis, and facilitate positive CHANGES in your life. In a warm, safe and empowering environment,I will help you gain a greater awareness of your choices,better understanding of present circumstances, and transform anxiety, frustration and anger into forward movement and action. My vast experience in providing relief from emotional pain and fear, healing wounds of trauma and loss, reducing stress, and mending love and family relationships will help you achieve an overall sense of well-being, balance and direction.
My strength lies in helping you to overcome resentment and shame, reconnect with passion and joy, and find and define your own voice. I offer you the opportunity to achieve freedom from internal constraints, and start living more healthfully and authentically. My approach is insight-oriented and strength-based.
Allow me to put fifteen years of diverse professional experience working with a wide range of people and challenges at your service.Through collaborative exploration, guidance and encouragement, you will reconnect with your internal resources of wisdom and strength and attain your personal goals. Take intiative and call me now.
Education/Training
1988 B.A. Behavioral Sciences: Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Be'er-Sheva, Israel
1995 M.A. Counseling Psychology: Adler School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL USA
2004 Doctorate in Clinial Psychology: Adler School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL USA
Certificate in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy: Adler School of Professional Psychology
Bio
Dr. Ron obtained a B.A. in behavioral sciences from the Ben-Gurion University in Be'er Sheva, Israel, and received a master's in counseling psychology and a doctorate in clinical psychology from the Adler School of Professional Psychology in Chicago.
Throughout her career, Dr. Ron has attained diverse experiences working with individuals from all walks of life and in a variety of settings. Dr. Ron started her career as a director of a local branch of a national head-hunting and vocational recruitment agency. She subsequently worked for the local diplomatic mission to the Midwest, supporting the local Israeli community and diplomatic staff on issues related to immigration and acculturation.
Upon graduation with her master's from the Adler School, Dr. Ron worked as a special needs adoption coordinator, clinician, and consultant to early childhood programs and as a clinical supervisor at the Jewish Children's Bureau. Additionally, for six years, she has provided assessment and treatment services to individuals recovering from substance abuse, trauma, incarceration, and homelessness within the inner city transitional residential program of the Chicago Christian Industrial League. Dr. Ron served as the co-director of the training program in psychology, supervised members of the professional staff and graduate doctoral students in psychology, as well as consulted to program directors and management.
Presently, Dr. Ron teaches at the Adler School of Professional Psychology, consults to businesses and corporations, and own a private practice in Skokie, and downtown Chicago, IL. Dr. Ron specializes in the treatment of dually diagnosed individuals, survivors of trauma, treatment of complex PTSD, loss and grief, self-image and identity issues, relationship issues, and life crises and transitions.
Dr. Ron is licensed in the state of Illinois as a clinical psychologist and as a professional clinical counselor. She is a member of the American Psychological Association, and serves on the board of the Mental Health Association of Greater Chicago (MHAGC).
Memberships
American Psychological Association
Psy Chi National Honor Society in Psychology
Other Languages
Hebrew
Payments Accepted
Cash, Checks, Debit/ Credit Cards
Hours:By Appointment
Cost/Session
180.00
License:71007093
Helpful Links
 Mental Health Association of Greater Chicago educates students on mental health issues:
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National Alliance for the Mentally Ill: support for families of the mentaly ill:
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Suicide Hot Line:
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Support for teens and their families:
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Introduction to Kundalini yoga--meditation to reduce stress and increase focus and productivity:
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Therapy
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Loneliness
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Adolescents
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Adoption
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Marriage Counseling
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Anger Management
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Men's Issues
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Anxiety and Panic
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Bicultural Difficulties
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Online / Teletherapy
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Body Image Issues
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Caregiver Issues
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Premarital Counseling
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Chronic Illness
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Relationship Issues
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Couples
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Depression
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Divorce
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Stress Management
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Gay or Lesbian Issues
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Trauma and PTSD
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Grief and Loss
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Women's Issues
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Life Transitions
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Work and Career Issues
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Licenses/Certifications
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Clinical Psychologist
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Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)
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Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist (State)
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