In-Person Therapy in Skokie and Northfield, Illinois

Read about online therapy here

Do you value the personal connection of face-to-face dialogue?

Do you prefer the structure of regular in-person sessions?

Would you feel more comfortable in a spacious, comfortable, hygienic office?

If you’re considering in-person mental health therapy, discover the comfort, environment and security of connecting in a private therapy office.

In-person therapy, also known as traditional or office therapy, involves meeting with a therapist in a private office setting.

Before we had to quarantine, therapy almost always took place in person. With the arrival of telehealth, clients felt they’d lose the close connection of sharing a physical space.

While some clients adapted easily to the change in format, others missed that physical proximity. Now, they’ve returned to their preferred in-person sessions– or even hybrid!

One important benefit of meeting in the office is that it reduces a client’s distractions.  Of equal importance, in-person sessions also bring the benefit of body language and nonverbal cues, which can be an important aspect of therapy for some individuals. As therapists, we pay attention to that and respond to you individually, compassionately, and insightfully based on these cues.

Why Choose In-Person Therapy with Lynn Zakeri LCSW and Associates

Accessible and Convenient

• In-person therapy allows for face-to-face counseling benefits. As a Therapist, it allows us to pick up more on the nonverbal cues and emotions better than a screen. It also allows for wider therapeutic practices like play therapy for children, and experiential techniques, using body language that assists with mindfulness, role play, guided imagery, social skills, and more.
• Some of these techniques are not as adaptable for use in online therapy.

• Personalized, Evidence-Based Care: My Style 
  • “Using a cognitive-behavioral approach, I have worked successfully with children, adolescents, young adults, parents, and families. My style is practical, focusing a lot on coping mechanisms and strategies, but also warm and engaging. Some of my strengths include really seeing who you are, being authentic, and moving at your own pace toward progress.”
  • Every Client is different, and I tailor my style to what you need. Using multiple modalities, such as CBT, family systems, attachment, therapy, ACT, etc. I have worked successfully with children, adolescents, young adults, parents, and families. 
  • My Style is practical, focusing on coping mechanisms and strategies while staying warm and engaging.
  • While I have strengths and strategies, my biggest strength is seeing who you are.
• Inclusive and Diverse Support
  • With my associates, we offer a large range of backgrounds and expertise to support you in whatever you need,  from trauma to addiction to EMDR.

Therapy Services Offered at Lynn Zakeri LCSW Clinical Services, PLLC

• Online Therapy
• In-Person Therapy
• EMDR Therapy(Read about David Krzysko for EMDR)
• Marriage/Couples Counseling(Read more from my blog here)
• Young Adult Therapy
• Children Therapy
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy 
• Anxiety
• Bipolar Disorder/Mood Disorders
• Depression
• Eating Disorders
• LGBTQ+
• Parenting(Read from my blog about parenting here)
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Self-Esteem
• Self-Harm
• Sexual Abuse

How In-Person Therapy Works

• What to Expect During Your Sessions
  • I want you to feel better after every visit. A session is 45 minutes and YOU  drive the session. We will focus on what you need to focus on and go at your own pace. If you need coping strategies we will come up with those. Our therapy is tailored to your needs, whatever they are.
  • If you need to get anger from your job off your chest, you can do that, if you need to cry for the entire time you can do that, I move at your pace to allow you to feel better after every session.  But I am not simply a listener.  I ask a lot of questions to help you move forward with clarity and closure and self-compassion.
• A Calming, Welcoming Space

  • Our offices offer a calming atmosphere where you are allowed to be your authentic self. You have the security that nobody is listening to you besides your therapist. We make sure our offices are clean, calming and hygenic, allowing you to feel comfortable. We have multiple sitting (or even laying down) options that can allow you to be as comfortable as possible. Our goal is to make you feel better, and in order for that, you need to feel safe and open to be yourself.

Who Benefits from In-Person Therapy 

People come to mental health therapy for different reasons, with challenges, and our expertise and specialties ready for every situation, whether its

• Online Therapy
• In-Person Therapy
• EMDR Therapy(Read about David Krzysko for EMDR)
• Marriage/Couples Counseling(Read more from my blog here)
• Young Adult Therapy
• Children Therapy
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy 
• Anxiety
• Bipolar Disorder/Mood Disorders
• Depression
• Eating Disorders
• LGBTQ+
• Parenting(Read from my blog about parenting here)
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Self-Esteem
• Self-Harm
• Sexual Abuse
• Work Ethics/Motivation
• Young Adult Goal Setting
• Anger
• Family Dysfunction (Present or Past)
• Marital Therapy
• New Mom Stress
• Social Skills
• Trauma

Our Approach

• We want you to feel better, no matter if it’s your first session or the one-hundredth session, our goal is to move you at your pace towards progress. We use a range of different strategies including but not limited to CBT, ACT, EMDR Therapy, and DBT, using family systems theory, trauma informed and attachment theory lenses. We prioritize every session.

Ready to Begin Therapy in Skokie or Northfield?

• Contact Lyn Zakeri LCSW and Associates
• We will email with you or talk by phone or text (link numbers) to help you figure out your best fit!

Counseling Services at Lynn Zakeri LCSW and Associates

We offer Online Therapy, In-Person Therapy, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder,  LGBTQ+, EMDR Therapy, Young Adult/College Transitions Marriage/Family/Divorce/Couples, Anxiety, Parenting, Self-Esteem and more!

Other Ways to See Lynn Zakeri!

Follow me on Tik Tok, Instagram, and Youtube @lynnzakerilcsw, where I post videos about my style and other strategies and  tips for therapy!

In-Person Therapy Can Help You Take Control of Your Mental Health and Start Feeling Better Today!

If you’re ready to take control of your mental health and improve your well-being, in-person therapy can be a powerful tool.

And you don’t have to commit all the time- being flexible, even on the day of your appointment, we can pivot to a virtual session anytime.

Many therapists, including myself, offer in-person therapy sessions that are tailored to your individual needs and goals.

Don’t hesitate to reach out for support!

Contact Lynn to find your right fit today!