Business Details
Trusted Clinical & Forensic Psychology Services in Chicago
Alan M Jaffe, PsyD, Psy.D. & Associates have dedicated over four decades to providing clinical and forensic psychology services to individuals, families, attorneys, and businesses across Chicago and surrounding areas. Our practice combines a multidisciplinary approach with extensive expertise in family therapy, divorce-related issues, custody evaluations, and addictive disorders. As faculty members at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and other professional institutions, we integrate academic rigor with practical experience to address complex psychological and legal challenges.Our team includes licensed clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, and allied professionals committed to diagnostic assessment, treatment, and consultation. With a focus on forensic psychology, we serve as expert witnesses in high-profile legal cases and provide critical insights in custody disputes, fitness evaluations, and substance abuse assessments. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our publications, teaching, and recognition as leaders in forensic and clinical psychology.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Addictive Disorders
Divorce Intervention
Forensic Assessment
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of experience in clinical and forensic psychology.
- Our team includes faculty members at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
- We provide expert witness testimony in high-profile legal cases.
- Our multidisciplinary approach integrates psychiatrists and allied professionals.
- We offer free initial telephone consultations for all clients.
Associations and certifications
- Fellow of the American College of Forensic Examiners
What people say
Best patient doctor experience
Outstanding empathy
Highly recommended
Deeply understands issues
Exceeded expectations
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions address anxiety, depression, anger management, and trauma through evidence-based techniques. Clients receive personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs, fostering emotional resilience and self-awareness. With decades of clinical experience, our psychologists create a safe, empathetic environment to support long-term mental health improvements.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and rebuilding trust in relationships. We employ specialized approaches to address divorce prevention, cooperative parenting, and intimacy challenges. Our therapists help partners develop practical strategies for navigating relationship transitions and strengthening emotional connections through structured, goal-oriented sessions.
Forensic Assessment
Forensic assessments provide expert psychological analysis for legal proceedings, including custody evaluations, fitness-to-stand-trial determinations, and sexual offender evaluations. Our team delivers court-admissible reports and testimony grounded in rigorous clinical methodology. With extensive experience in legal systems, we offer objective insights to aid judicial decision-making in complex cases involving mental health and behavioral issues.
Addictive Disorders
Our addictive disorders program addresses drug, alcohol, gambling, and sexual addiction through comprehensive assessments and targeted interventions. We combine cognitive-behavioral therapy with relapse prevention strategies to support recovery. The practice's expertise in forensic contexts enhances treatment approaches for clients facing legal consequences related to substance use or compulsive behaviors.
Divorce Intervention
Divorce intervention services include custody evaluations, parenting plan mediation, and conflict resolution strategies. Our psychologists work with legal professionals to minimize emotional distress during separation proceedings. By focusing on children's well-being and cooperative parenting frameworks, we help families navigate transitions while maintaining functional relationships and reducing litigation complexities.
People
Alan M Jaffe, PsyD
Clinical & Forensic Psychologist
Dr. Alan M Jaffe, PsyD is a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist with 33 years of faculty experience at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He specializes in family therapy, custody evaluations, and addictive disorders, with expertise in forensic testimony for high-profile legal cases. His publications and research focus on psychological assessment in legal contexts.
Melanie J. Thakkar
Assistant Director
Dr. Melanie J. Thakkar is a licensed clinical psychologist and assistant director at Alan M Jaffe, PsyD, Psy.D. & Associates. With six years of clinical experience, she specializes in adolescent and adult therapy, working with diverse populations in Chicagoland behavioral health settings. She also serves as an associate clinical supervisor at The Illinois School of Professional Psychology.
Questions
What clinical services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, addictive disorder treatment, divorce intervention, and forensic psychological assessments for legal cases.
Are your services available in both Chicago and Lake Geneva?
Yes, we offer in-person and telehealth services across Chicago, Lake Geneva, and surrounding Illinois areas with two convenient office locations.
Do you provide expert testimony for legal cases?
Our team regularly serves as expert witnesses in custody disputes, fitness evaluations, and criminal cases involving psychological factors.
Can I schedule a free consultation?
We offer complimentary telephone consultations to discuss your specific needs and determine the most appropriate treatment or evaluation approach.
What makes your practice unique?
Our combination of academic expertise, forensic specialization, and multidisciplinary approach distinguishes us in addressing complex psychological and legal challenges.
