Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Addiction, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Body Dysmorphia, Caregivers, Codependency, Anger Management, Career Counseling

Couples/Marriage Counseling, Individual Counseling

Online in Illinois

29 years in practice

Ages served: 14-65+

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Ron accepts 26 insurers

Aetna

Aetna Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | PPO

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | PPO - Blue Choice

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Carelon

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Compsych

Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Medica

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Oscar Health

Poppins Health

Quest Behavioral Health

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Uprise EAP

SELF-PAY COSTS

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200

first session

$170

subsequent sessions

About Ron

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 29 years of experience helping adolescents and adults navigate anxiety, depression, and mood disorders such as bipolar disorder. My goal is to provide a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel understood and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives. I approach each session with empathy, insight, and a focus on practical strategies that build emotional awareness, strengthen coping skills, and promote lasting personal growth.

I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Aurora University. My therapeutic style integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and behavior modification to help clients manage emotions, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and achieve goals aligned with their personal values and life aspirations.

I bring warmth, humor, and authenticity to each session, fostering a safe and supportive space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves. My goal is to make therapy both productive and enjoyable while empowering clients to overcome obstacles and rediscover hope. I believe that with the right support, anything is possible.

"I understand life can be challenging at times, and pursuing therapy can be a tough decision for some, but the goal is for you to receive the help that you deserve."

Get to know Ron

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

I believe the mind can be our greatest tool, and understanding why we behave the way we do, can influence the choices we make. I enjoy helping people and believe we all have the right to seek help from others.

What types of clients do you work best with?

Anyone who wants to be better themselves.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?

We all have the ability to make change, sometimes we just need someone to talk to, bounce ideas off of, and need that helping hand to guide them to a better you.

What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?

Someone who is caring, will listening, and support them.

What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?

Working in a diverse background but with mental health patients for over 20 years.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

I work with clients to develop personalized goals that meet their needs. We work on behavior modification to achieve positive outcomes through any strength based techniques.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesBehavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Addiction, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Body Dysmorphia, Caregivers, Codependency, Anger Management, Career Counseling, Military / Veteran, Domestic Abuse, LGBTQIA+, Infidelity, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Life Transition, Relationships, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Self-Harming, Domestic Violence, Dual Diagnosis, Emotional Disturbance, First Responders, Gambling, Impulse Control Disorders, Infertility, Marital & Premarital, Mood Disorders, Open Relationships / Non-Monogamy, Panic Attack, Peer Relationships, Performance Anxiety, Psychosis, Social Anxiety, Step-Family / Blended Family Issues, Suicidal Ideation, Teen Violence, Dissociative Identity Disorders (DID), Gender Identity / Transgender, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), Substance Use, Family Conflict, Parenting, Racial Identity, School Issues, Divorce, Grief

ApproachesFamily Systems, Any / Eclectic, Family / Marital, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy