4147 North Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60613, United States
Our Therapists
Jessica Mead, LCSW, CADC
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). I have worked with a variety of individuals and families in my 15 years’ experience as a psychotherapist. I have spent most of my career working with children and adults who have experienced trauma and loss. I also work with individuals and families to help them repair relationships, reduce anxiety and depression, reduce or eliminate substance use, sort out past experiences, and work to understand themselves within the context of their values.
I seek connection with each individual client I counsel, and I have special interests in emerging adulthood, anxiety (adults and children), grief/loss, substance use and parent/child attachments. I am certified in Child Parent Psychotherapy, I have been trained as a Certified Trauma Professional, I am Triple P parenting coach, and I am also a SPACE trained therapist (a program for parents with anxious children).
I attended the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign and received a BS in psychology. I obtained a master’s degree in social work from the University of Illinois-Chicago. I live in Chicago with my three children and spouse. I like cooking, long bike rides, and spending time outside with my family.
Recent Publications include:
Mead, Jessica (2018). “Competing Developmental Demands Among Suicide Bereaved Emerging Adults.” Journal of Death and Dying, 81 (1), 155-169.
Danielle Renyer, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have spent my career providing therapeutic support to individuals and families all over the Chicagoland area. I spent the first half of my career providing brief treatment to children and adolescents on an inpatient psychiatric unit before transitioning to long term individual therapy. I am well versed in providing trauma informed care to individuals and families. I have special interests in working through life transitions, relationship issues such as divorce, processing abuse and neglect, supporting individuals experiencing suicidal ideation and self-harming, and working with clients (children and adults) experiencing anxiety and depression.
I take an empathetic and client centered approach to therapy, recognizing that it takes a lot of courage and vulnerability to take the steps towards making positive changes in your life. I believe that all individuals have the tools to be successful in life and empower clients to use their strengths to make change. I value the therapeutic relationship and take a collaborative approach to working with children and adolescents.
I attended the University of Arizona and have a BS in Family Studies and Human Development, and obtained my Master’s degree in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. I am certified in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
Kelly Fatten, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with experience providing therapeutic and case management services across the lifespan. I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and develop insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
I take a compassionate and strengths-based approach in helping clients address symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. As a queer, nonbinary therapist, I love working with clients who are part of the LGBTQ+ community on their mental health goals. I have a special interest in supporting adolescents and young adults navigate life stages, particularly in developing tools and supports for those with ADHD and ASD. I am an EMDR-trained clinician, and my therapeutic style integrates other evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and TBRI in helping clients move forward and achieve their goals.
I attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and received a BA in psychology. I obtained a master’s degree in social work from the University of Illinois-Chicago, with a focus on evidence-based practice with children. I currently live in Chicago with my partner and my always-active border collie.
Tiffany Bowlby, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have more than ten years of experience providing therapy for children, adolescents, and families. I help people heal from stressful or upsetting experiences and build resilience to face life’s challenges. My style is supportive and non-judgmental. I help clients take a closer look at their thoughts and feelings to figure out what might be getting in their way. Together, we build coping skills aimed at restoring peace, joy, and connection.
I have worked in various settings, including in a hospital setting, where I worked with children with chronic illnesses and their families. This continues to be a special area of interest for me. I also have training and experience treating depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, and parenting concerns. I am trained in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Circle of Security Parenting (COS-P).
I received my BA in Anthropology from Connecticut College. I graduated from Washington University in St Louis with a master’s degree in social work. I live in Chicago with my partner and our child. I enjoy spending as much time outside as possible and especially love hiking, stand-up paddleboarding, and reading in a hammock.
Support Staff
Cristen McCarty, Billing Manager
I hold a master's degree in social work from the University of Illinois- Chicago and bring seven years of experience in case management within the medical insurance industry.
Outside of work, I live in the Chicago suburbs with my spouse and two young children.
For billing questions, email billing@jmmcounseling.com.
Services provided
-Individual counseling for children, adolescents and adults
-Parent Coaching
-SPACE groups
- Court related services including reunification counseling
-Trauma-Informed Services
-Addictions Counseling
-Clinical supervision for developing therapists
-In-person and telemedicine appointments
Certifications:
Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) 2021
Triple P Parenting Coach 2018
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) 2010
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) 2019
Specialties include:
Child/Parent Attachment
Child Development
Divorce
Parenting
Emerging Adults
Adolescents
Complex and Single Incident Trauma
Grief and Loss
Addictions
Depression/Anxiety
Relational struggles
ADHD
Women's issues