Business Details
28 Years
experience
Comprehensive Mental Health Services in Schaumburg, IL
The Counseling & Diagnostic Center Of Woodfield (CDCW) has provided outpatient psychotherapy services since 1998, specializing in behavioral health and social-emotional well-being for individuals and families. Our team of psychologists, nurse practitioners, social workers, and licensed professionals brings decades of combined experience across the lifespanfrom children to older adults. We deliver personalized, evidence-based interventions for brief support needs and complex cases, including clients at risk of hospitalization or transitioning from higher care levels. Our specialized psychological testing services support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning, with clinicians credentialed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services and eligible for Medicare.We maintain a collaborative care model, working closely with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, schools, and other mental health professionals while serving as a training site for doctoral-level clinical psychology students. Our commitment to clinical excellence ensures clients receive comprehensive, individualized treatment that promotes stability and reduces reliance on restrictive services.
Services
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Medication Management
Psychological Testing
Couples Counseling
Geriatric Services
Group Therapy
ADHD Evaluations
Neuropsychological Assessments
Child Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in outpatient psychotherapy since 1998
- Our team includes psychologists, nurse practitioners, and licensed professionals with specialized training
- We provide evidence-based interventions for complex mental health needs
- Our clinicians collaborate with primary care physicians and schools for holistic care
- We serve as a training site for doctoral-level clinical psychology students
Associations and certifications
- Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual psychotherapy at CDCW provides one-on-one treatment for emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. Our clinicians use evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's needs, offering sessions that typically last 45-55 minutes. This service helps clients build emotional awareness, improve coping strategies, and strengthen relationships through a supportive therapeutic environment.
Medication Management
Our medication management service involves ongoing collaboration between providers and clients to optimize mental health treatment. This includes initial assessments, regular monitoring of medication effectiveness, side effect management, and dosage adjustments. The service supports individuals starting new medications, struggling with current treatments, or seeking maintenance care for conditions like depression and anxiety.
Psychological Testing
CDCW's psychological testing services provide comprehensive evaluations for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Using standardized tools, we assess cognitive abilities, emotional functioning, and behavioral patterns across the lifespan. These assessments help identify learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and other psychological conditions to guide personalized treatment strategies.
Family Therapy
Family therapy at CDCW addresses relational dynamics through collaborative sessions involving multiple family members. Our clinicians help families improve communication, resolve conflicts, and develop healthier interaction patterns. This service addresses parenting challenges, sibling conflicts, and transitions related to divorce or blended families while promoting empathy and understanding across generations.
Geriatric Services
Our geriatric services specialize in mental health care for adults aged 65+. We address age-related challenges including retirement transitions, memory concerns, and grief through individual therapy, medication management, and neuropsychological evaluations. Our team works closely with caregivers and medical providers to create coordinated treatment plans that enhance quality of life for older adults.
People
David Jezl
Psy.D
Dr. David Jezl specializes in individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. With extensive experience in evidence-based treatments, he focuses on creating supportive therapeutic environments that foster emotional growth and behavioral change through collaborative care approaches.
Rachel Amodu
DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Dr. Rachel Amodu provides psychiatric medication management services for children, adolescents, and adults. Her expertise includes optimizing medication treatment plans while collaborating with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive mental health care solutions for complex patient needs.
Mirna Ballestas
Psy.D
Dr. Mirna Ballestas specializes in psychological and neuropsychological assessments across the lifespan. With advanced training in diagnostic evaluations, she helps identify cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns to guide personalized treatment planning for individuals and families seeking mental health support.
Antonina Barr
MSW, LCSW, PEL
Ms. Antonina Barr provides therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and families with a focus on evidence-based interventions. Her approach emphasizes collaboration with caregivers to reinforce therapeutic progress across home and community settings while addressing behavioral and emotional challenges.
Anthony Hughes
MS, LCPC
Mr. Anthony Hughes specializes in couples therapy and relationship counseling. With expertise in marital and pre-marital counseling, he helps couples navigate communication breakdowns, infidelity issues, and life transitions through structured therapeutic interventions that strengthen interpersonal connections.
Questions
What mental health services does CDCW offer?
We provide individual and family therapy, medication management, psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, couples counseling, geriatric services, group therapy, and specialized ADHD assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.
How do I schedule an initial appointment?
Call our intake line at (847) 884-0210 directly for the fastest response. We recommend against leaving messages at specific clinician extensions for new inquiries.
Do you accept Medicare?
Yes, our clinicians are eligible Medicare providers and offer specialized psychiatric medication management services for older adults.
What makes CDCW different from other clinics?
We combine 25+ years of experience with evidence-based practices, specialized testing services, and a collaborative care model that coordinates with physicians, schools, and other professionals.
Are telehealth services available?
Please contact our office directly at (847) 884-0210 for current information about telehealth options and availability.
