Counseling

Phil Chmielewski, MA, LCPC

Every person is unique. The life circumstances of each person are unique as well. My approach reflects this perspective and so, in a sense, each person I meet with is “brand new” to me. One size does not fit all when it comes to counseling, so I do my best to meet each person with flexibility in my approach.

How I can help

I have worked in the field of mental health in one capacity or another since 1987. I have worked and done research on psychiatric units in Chicago and locally. I have worked with the neuropsychology services of both local hospitals, and I was a Youth Services case manager at the Pavilion for 6.5 years. I have worked with children and their adoptive families in a non-profit agency for over 8 years and have worked in two different private practices.

Having worked with children, adults and seniors has helped me learn to be flexible and well rounded, I believe. If you or a loved one is in need of someone to talk to, we are here to help.

Professional Experience

  • Major Psychiatric Disorders

  • Neurologically related issues: (e.g., Head Injury, Stroke, Dementia)

  • Childhood Disorders: (e.g., ADHD, Learning Disorders)

  • Adoption related issues

  • Depression, Anxiety, and issues of everyday life

Education

BA – University of Illinois at Chicago
MA – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

With the exception of the doctoral thesis, I have completed all the requirements for a Ph.D in Clinical Psychology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Licensure

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (since 1999)

You may contact me at Family Service, (217) 352-0099 or by email at pchmielewski@familyservicecc.org