By Tiffany Todd, LCSW At IVPC, we believe in spotlighting the unique voices and approaches each of our clinicians brings to the team. Today, we’re excited to introduce one of our newest team members, Lexi Marks, LSW, through a conversation that captures her passion, perspective, and hopes for the clients she works with. IVPC: What […]

By Tiffany Todd, LCSW At IVPC, we believe in spotlighting the unique voices and approaches each of our clinicians brings to the team. Today, we’re excited to introduce one of our newest team members, Lexi Marks, LSW, through a conversation that captures her passion, perspective, and hopes for the clients she works with. IVPC: What […]

by Tiffany Todd, LCSW More Than Just a Game For many, gambling is a harmless thrill—a way to add excitement to a night out, a friendly bet on a game, a quick scratch-off ticket for fun. It’s easy to see it as just another form of entertainment. But sometimes, what starts as a lighthearted activity […]

By Tiffany Todd, LCSW Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is widely recognized as a primary trauma therapy, yet it can also serve as a powerful adjunct to other therapeutic approaches. When woven into an existing therapeutic relationship, EMDR allows clients to break through emotional barriers, process trauma more effectively, and deepen their healing without […]

By Tiffany Todd, LCSW Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is widely recognized as a primary trauma therapy, yet it can also serve as a powerful adjunct to other therapeutic approaches. When woven into an existing therapeutic relationship, EMDR allows clients to break through emotional barriers, process trauma more effectively, and deepen their healing without […]

Coping with Grief During the Holidays

Surviving the Holidays with Family Boundaries: Coping Strategies for a Stress-Free Season By Farah Hussain Baig, LCSW The holiday season is here, and whether it’s about finding gifts, planning travel, or meeting year-end goals, this time of year can bring a lot of stress. A common source of holiday stress? Spending time with family. Not […]

Surviving the Holidays with Family Boundaries: Coping Strategies for a Stress-Free Season By Farah Hussain Baig, LCSW The holiday season is here, and whether it’s about finding gifts, planning travel, or meeting year-end goals, this time of year can bring a lot of stress. A common source of holiday stress? Spending time with family. Not […]

Highlighting Workplace Mental Health in the Skokie Community by Annie Sweeney, LSW On October 10th, IVPC staff gathered at the Westfield Old Orchard Mall to celebrate World Mental Health Day, a global event aimed at raising awareness and promoting action around mental health. First celebrated in 1992, this day serves as a reminder to prioritize […]

By Emily Wilson, LCSW By 2023, 1 in 6 people in the world will be over the age of 60. Of those, 14% live with mental health issues. The most common mental health issues include depression and anxiety. Additionally, suicide is one of the leading causes of death among people 65 and older (WHO). This […]

By Emily Wilson, LCSW By 2023, 1 in 6 people in the world will be over the age of 60. Of those, 14% live with mental health issues. The most common mental health issues include depression and anxiety. Additionally, suicide is one of the leading causes of death among people 65 and older (WHO). This […]

By Tiffany Todd, LSW Sumaiyah’s interests and specialties include: dating coaching, premarital counseling, perinatal mental health, regulating emotions/DBT, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), depression, anxiety, young adult life transitions, relationship issues, conflict resolution, and Bi-cultural identity/bi-national identity/1st gen concerns We sat down with Sumaiyah Cummings, MSW, a dedicated and compassionate psychotherapist, to explore her journey into […]

By Emily Wilson, LCSW Are you feeling exhausted? Having trouble sleeping? Noticing headaches or physical pain? Are you finding that you have less tolerance for other individuals? Are you becoming more irritable? Finding that you’re making more mistakes? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might be experiencing burnout. Understanding Burnout The […]

By Emily Wilson, LCSW Are you feeling exhausted? Having trouble sleeping? Noticing headaches or physical pain? Are you finding that you have less tolerance for other individuals? Are you becoming more irritable? Finding that you’re making more mistakes? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might be experiencing burnout. Understanding Burnout The […]

By Tiffany Todd, LSW Navigating young adulthood transitions Navigating the many transitions of young adulthood can be an exhilarating journey filled with opportunities for growth and self-discovery. Yet, transitions can also include significant challenges that can take a toll on mental health. From leaving the familiar comforts of home to embarking on new academic or […]