Hellen G. McDonald, LCSW
How I can help:
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As tough as life can get at times, I believe we all are capable of "pulling through" and doing our best. I work especially well with individuals with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and especially families adapting to the challenges of child-bearing years. My other favorite group I enjoy working with are High School and College-age students as they transition into the exciting and challenging phase of young adulthood.
Credentials and Experience
- Social Service Experience since 1988
- Masters in Social Work (MSW)- 1998
- Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Diverse Background
- Bilingual
- Experience in Inpatient and Outpatient Settings
- Experience with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults
- Experience with High School and University student issues
- Knowledge of immigrant and diversity issues
- Certificate in Peri-Natal Bereavement
- Certificate in Perinatal Mood Disorders (ie: Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, etc.)
- Adjunct Instructor, UofI, School of Social Work - Graduate level (2009-present)
- Clinical Assistant Professor, MSW Field Education Office, School of Social Work, UofI, U-C (2010-present)
Counseling/Therapy Services Offered for:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Relationship challenges (including marriage)
- Diversity Issues
- Grief and Loss
- Immigrant issues
- Life choices
- Sexuality challenges
- Substance use
- Work-related issues
- Other issues? Just call and see if my office can help you. If we cannot help you, we will certainly help you find other alternatives.
Students are Welcome! Sliding-fee scale available. Evening hours and Saturdays are also available.
