Conference Exhibitors and Partners
ADVANCED NEURODIAGNOSTICS AND CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCE
- 224.676.0547
- www.advancedneuroscience.wordpress.com
For many years the principles of Advanced Clinical Neuroscience involved the developing of innovative methods by Drs. Epstein and Konopka to provide objectively based diagnosis and individualized treatments to patients with presenting behavioral and cognitive disturbances. Drs. Epstein and Konopka are leaders in the fields of developing and utilizing multimodal approaches to diagnosis by means of neuroimaging combined with laboratory behavioral assessments. These approaches were validated by numerous peer reviewed publications and both national and international scientific presentation.ls The CAN is also a training ground for new cadre of clinician scholars, and as such is actively involved in providing clinical and research opportunities to doctoral students in clinical psychology.
ALEXIAN BROTHERS CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH
- 847.952.7460
- www.alexianbrothershealth.org
Alexian Brothers Center for Mental Health in Arlington Heights has been a leader in taking care of the mental health needs in our community for almost 50 years. They provide an array of quality and innovative mental health services which include therapy and psychiatry services, case management, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational rehabilitation, supported education, residential services and an intensive group therapy Partial Hospitalization Program. Clients of the center receive customized care so they can manage their symptoms, cope with their illness, and move towards recovery and progress in their lives.
AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION
- 312.890.2377
- www.afsp.org/illinois
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is the leading national not-for-profit organization exclusively dedicated to understanding and preventing suicide through research, education and advocacy, and to reaching out to people with mental disorders and those impacted by suicide. To fully achieve its mission, AFSP engages in the following Five Core Strategies: Funds scientific research, Offers educational programs for professionals, Educates the public about mood disorders and suicide prevention, Promotes policies and legislation that impact suicide and prevention, and Provides programs and resources for survivors of suicide loss and people at risk, and involves them in the work of the Foundation.
THE ARK
- 773.973.1000
- www.arkchicago.org
The ark is a not-for-profit, community-funded social service agency based on chicago's north side. We recognize that many members of our chicagoland jewish family--jews from all walks of life--are deeply in need of help and kindness. Hard times happen, life happens, and sometimes it feels as if there isn't a safety net. We work with each person or family in distress to create a unique and comprehensive care plan that draws upon the ark's wide array of free social and medical services under one roof. Our primary goals are to stabilize our clients' situations and assist them in achieving the highest degree of self-sufficiency possible. While each year the ark cares for more than 3,600 people from throughout the chicago metropolitan area, we acknowledge each member of our community as an important, unique individual. The ark's vital, tangible human services honor that individuality, and are delivered with the care, respect, empathy and loving kindness celebrated by our shared jewish tradition. The ark--caring for chicagoland's jews, one by one.
BRIDGES FOR LANGUAGE
- 630.205.8697
- wwwbridges-lts.com
Bridges provides interpreting and translation services; medical and mental health interpreter training; and patient home care services within the Chicago Metropolitan area. These services are provided to the medical community, including hospitals, doctors, psychologists, school districts, lawyers, courts, and social service agencies. Bridges helps non-English speakers, immigrants and people who need health care assistance at home.
CENTER FOR CONTEXTUAL CHANGE
- 847.676.4447
- www.centerforcontextualchange.org
Celebrating the resiliency of the human spirit and a commitment to helping others, Center for Contextual Change was created in 1993 to provide hope and positive change. Dedicated to assisting individuals, couples and families enhance their strengths, develop new coping strategies and heal emotional wounds, the Center utilizes a strength-based contextual therapy to empower positive transformation and restore emotional balance. We have three locations serving Chicago and suburbs. We are a group of nationally recognized, highly trained psychotherapists specializing in trauma, domestic and family violence, child and adult sexual abuse, addiction, compulsion, self-injurious behavior, and severe emotional and behavioral disorders. We work with couples, children, families and communities, and through school, church and professional referrals, DCFS and non-profits, and court appointed treatment.
THE CHICAGO LIGHTS CENTER FOR WHOLE HEALTH OF FOURTH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CHICAGO
- 312.981.3396
- www.chicagolights.org
The Chicago Lights Center for Whole Health (CWH) promotes health and wellness in mind, body and spirit through educational seminars and lectures, counseling, screenings, immunizations, health assessments, and referrals. With more than 2,000 annual contacts, the Center focuses its outreach in four areas: healthy aging, mental health, women's health, and community health. The CWH works in concert with other Chicago Lights programs, such as the Center for Life and Learning, Elam Davies Social Service Center, Tutoring, Summer Day, as well as with a broad group of community healthcare and social service partners to address the growing need for whole health services and practices.
THE CHICAGO SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (TCS)
- 312.329.6600
- www.thechicagoschool.edu
Founded in 1979, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology (TCSPP) is the nation's leading nonprofit graduate school dedicated exclusively to the applications of psychology and related behavioral sciences. The school is an active member of the National Council of Schools and Programs of Professional Psychology, which has recognized TCSPP for its distinguished service and outstanding contributions to cultural diversity and advocacy. The school's community service initiatives have resulted in three consecutive years of recognition on the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, including the additional "With Distinction" honor in 2010. The Chicago Campus was also one of three schools in Illinois to receive the 2010 Engagement Classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Campuses are located in Chicago; in Los Angeles, Westwood, and Irvine, California; and the newest campus in Washington, D.C. Doctoral psychology programs and masters psychology programs are offered on-ground and in an online-blended format. For more information about The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, visit www.thechicagoschool.edu. Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/gradpsychology. Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thechicagoschool.
CHIRO ONE
- 773.290.3868
- www.chiroone.net
We believe in offering affordable chiropractic care to everyone who seeks it and that everyone should have the opportunity to experience optimal health through an optimal functioning spine and nervous system free of subluxation (nerve interference) and its devastating effects. The power that made your body heals your body. We help that power to be expressed at its given potential in you. Our mission and purpose sums it up. Please visit our website at www.chiroone.net.
CJE SENIOR LIFE
- 773.508.1000
- www.cje.net
CJE Senior Life (formerly Council for Jewish Elderly) is driven by the Jewish values of respect, advocacy, compassion, intention and accountability. As an innovative provider of community-based and residential programs for over 36 years, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for older adults throughout the continuum of care. Our new name honors the agency's past achievements and depicts its promise to develop healthy, positive aging programs and services to benefit even more community members.
DEPRESSION & BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE
- 773.472.6400
- www.dbsalliance.org
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is the leading patient-directed national organization focusing on the most prevalent mental illnesses. The organization fosters an environment of understanding about the impact and management of these life-threatening illnesses by providing up-to-date, scientifically based tools and information written in language the general public can understand. DBSA supports research to promote more timely diagnosis, develop more effective and tolerable treatments, and discover a cure. The organization works to ensure that people living with mood disorders are treated equitably. DBSA was founded in 1985. DBSA is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that answers more than 3,000 calls per month on our toll-free information and referral line and receives over 21 million hits per year on our combined websites. Each month, we distribute nearly 20,000 educational materials free of charge to anyone requesting information about mood disorders. DBSA reaches nearly five million people through our educational materials and programs, exhibit materials, and media activities.
DEPRESSION & BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE (DBSA) - GREATER CHICAGO
- 847.823.8293
- www.dbsa-gc.org
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Greater Chicago is a non-profit, self-help organization of lay persons and professionals whose lives have all been touched by mood disorders. The organization endeavors to assist others with similar circumstances to better their lives. Through our programs, including support groups, educational meetings, social activities and our annual symposium, we offer information, social and emotional support and practical advice. We attempt to educate those with mood disorders, their families and friends, government officials and the general public regarding the causes, symptoms, treatments and personal and social costs of these disorders. We attempt, through our offerings, to counteract he isolation caused by such illnesses, providing a sense of community, sharing the experience of these illnesses and their management. Finally, we are committed to restoring self-esteem so as to empower members to live enjoyable, responsible and fulfilled lives.
ELYSSA'S MISSION
- 847.347.3107
- www.elyssasmission.org
Elyssa's Mission is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating and preventing suicide among at-risk teens. The group was founded in 2006 in honor of Elyssa, a gifted, bright, and outgoing Chicagoland girl who bravely battled post-traumatic stress disorder and depression. Elyssa's Mission is proactive in educating, funding, distributing, and implementing Signs of Suicide (S.O.S. (TM)) programs, as well as other prevention programs that are all evidence based and backed by mental health professionals. Currently, over 35 (and growing) local area junior high and high schools actively participate in Elyssa's Mission's prevention programs.
THE FAMILY INSTITUTE AT NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
- 847.733.4300
- www.family-institute.org
The Family Institute at Northwestern University is committed to strengthening and healing families from all walks of life through clinical service, education and research. An affiliate of Northwestern University, The Family Institute is a unique, innovative not-for-profit organization, governed by its own independent Board of Directors and responsible for its own funding. The Institute offers a wide range of high quality mental health counseling through our staff practice and sliding-fee scale clinic, where we are committed to serving at-risk, under-resourced communities. The Family Institute also operates two nationally-renowned graduate programs in marriage and family therapy and counseling psychology in affiliation with Northwestern University, and conducts cutting edge research projects that lead to a better understanding and treatment of mental health issues. If you would like additional information about The Family Institute, please contact Institutional Advancement at 312-609-5300, ext. 484.
HAZELDEN
- 773.339.7862
- www.hazelden.org
Hazelden is the leader in alcoholism treatment and drug addiction treatment services. Hazelden invented modern addiction treatment, and our success in alcoholism and drug addiction treatment is based on years of research and studying what works in addiction recovery. We treat each person who comes to us with respect, while providing a safe place in which to heal. Our treatment philosophy is based on the recognition that alcohol and drug addiction is a disease and that abstinence is the best way to manage the condition. We approach addiction treatment in a holistic way, working with mind, body and spirit as components of a healthy life. Hazelden provides the full continuum of care to meet each individual's treatment needs while providing continuity of care. Our alcohol and drug addiction treatment services are delivered by an on-site team of professionals representing many disciplines. This multi-disciplinary team creates an individual substance abuse treatment plan based on clinical needs.
HEARTWOOD CENTER FOR BODY MIND SPIRIT
- 847.491.1122
- www.heartwoodcenter.com
Heartwood is a community-based center committed to providing holistic healthcare in Evanston and the greater Chicago area. Heartwood has been at the forefront of holistic healthcare for more than ten years and we are recognized for the compassion that infuses our work. Our dedicated practitioners and teachers provide a truly integrative approach to healthcare by offering a wide array of therapies and classes. People who experience our center call it serene, healing and magical; a place where they can stop, rest, and rebalance. Services offered include Psychotherapy, Acupuncture, Massage Therapy, Body Work, Yoga, Tai Chi, Meditation and more. For more information about Heartwood services or to make an appointment, call 847-491-1122 or visit our website at www.heartwoodcenter.com.
ILLINICARE
- 866.329.4701
- www.illinicare.com
IlliniCare Health Plan (IlliniCare) is a Managed Care Organization (MCO) contracted to provide services under Illinois' Integrated Care Program. Our unique integrated approach to serving people with cognitive impairment, including developmental disability and mental illness, includes co-locating physical health and behavioral health specialists in one location. Recovery and resilience outcomes are achieved by focusing on behavioral and functional status services that support physical health status improvements. Our philosophy is to engage consumers and advocates in the way services are provided and how we communicate. We do this through advisory councils and believe on We embrace a holistic functionally based approach to care coordination relying on a sound economic model of care rather than a diagnosis driven approach. Each consumer participates in an individual plan of care that facilitates access to care. IlliniCare is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, a leading multi-line healthcare enterprise offering both core Medicaid and specialty services. Our parent, Centene Corporation, currently serves about 90,000 people with disabilities in seven states and understands the unique needs of the people they serve. Public sector services are all they do. Information regarding IlliniCare is available via the Internet at www.illinicare.com
INSIGHT PSYCHOLOGY CENTER
- 773.321.2768
- www.insightforeating.com
Insight Psychological Centers offer intensive programs for treating eating disorders, weight management and other psychological issues. Managed by Northwestern University faculty Drs. Jenny Conviser and Susan McClanahan. Insight has Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Programming (PHP), and Extended PHP. Insight also offers Millennium Place, a metropolitan transitional residence for women. Individual, couples, family and group therapy is available seven days a week. The multi-disciplinary staff includes; Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Registered Dieticians, Licensed Social Workers, Art & EMDR Certified Therapists, and Exercise Physiologists. Our highly credentialed and professional staff work together to provide high quality care.
JEWISH CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES (JCFS)
- 847.412.4352
- www.jcfs.org
JCFS offers innovative therapeutic, educational and preventive social services for children, teens, adults, and families in the Chicago Metropolitan area. We serve 13,000 people annually in programs such as counseling, day care, foster care, residential group homes, adoption services, preschool for children with autism, support for Holocaust survivors, respite for families caring for a person with disabilities, AIDS services and support, and end-of-life care/hospice support services. JCFS has nearly 40 programs, 500 staff and over 600 volunteers. In addition, our highly trained, compassionate staff has provided non-sectarian services to the community for nearly 150 years.
THE JOSSELYN CENTER
- 847.441.5600
- www.josselyn.org
The Josselyn Center has been offering comprehensive affordable outpatient mental health services to children, adolescents, couples, families, and individuals on the North Shore since 1951. Services include evaluations; individual, couple and family therapy; psychological testing; integrated dual diagnosis program; psychiatric services; case management services; psycho-educational, support and therapy groups; CLR drop-in center for adults with mental illness; vocational testing; and community education. The Josselyn Center accepts private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, provides services on a sliding scale for eligible clients, and is in the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Network.
THE LILAC TREE: RESOURCES FOR DIVORCING WOMEN
- 847.328.0313
- www.thelilactree.org
The Lilac Tree is a resource and a haven for women contemplating divorce, in the process or post-decree. Our mission is to provide education, support and guidance to women in the divorce process, so that they can move confidently towards independence. We believe the more information and support women have as they move through this difficult process, the better the decisions they'll make for themselves and their children, and the more hopeful they can be about the future. We offer help via individual information sessions, divorce workshops and seminars, divorce support groups, and free referrals. Our services range in price from no charge to very modest fees. Partial scholarship assistance is available.
LINDNER CENTER OF HOPE
- 513.536.0308
- www.lindnercenterofhope.org
Lindner Center of Hope(LCOH) is one of the country's newest, free-standing mental health treatment facilities in North America and is built on an innovative, scientifically- based model that provides comprehensive mental health services. LCOH's renowned clinicians offer inpatient, partial hospitalization, outpatient and diagnostic/short term residential treatment services for individuals with eating disorders and co-occurring conditions in a lodge-like setting with family-centered, multi-disciplinary team approach.
MAINE CENTER
- 847.696.1570
- www.maine-center.org
Maine Center is a not-for-profit community behavioral health organization located in the heart of Maine Township providing individual, family and group counseling; addiction and substance abuse education; case management; medication support; psychosocial rehabilitation; adult day treatment; supported living; suicide prevention services; and emergency psychiatric services. Nationally accredited services provided by licensed professionals have been available to the northwest suburban Chicago area since 1966. Maine Center is a United Way and Park Ridge Community Fund Affiliate Agency.
MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA NORTH SHORE (MHANS)
- 847.328.6198
- www.mhans.org
The mission of MHANS is to educate our suburban Chicagoland community about mental health and social-emotional wellness and to advocate for individuals and families affected by mental and emotional disorders. MHANS conducts educational programs, community outreach and legislative advocacy letter-writing. MHANS is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization affiliated with the United Way and supported by private individual donations.
NAMI COOK COUNTY NORTH SUBURBAN
- 847.716.2252
- www.namiccns.org
NAMI Cook County North Suburban is a non-profit volunteer organization that provides support and information to persons with serious mental illnesses including depression, anxiety disorders schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and bipolar disorder. Support and social groups include NAMI Connection Recovery Support Groups and Sundays at One. NAMI Family to Family and NAMI Basics provide education, healing and empowerment to families of those with mental illness Bi-monthly public education meetings address a wide range of topics of interest to both consumers and their families. NAMI CCNS is a local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness and NAMI Illinois. We offer numerous free programs.
NAMI OF GREATER CHICAGO
- 312.563.0445
- www.nami.org
The mission of the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Greater Chicago is to provide hope and improve the quality of life for those in the greater Chicago area whose lives are affected by serious mental illness by providing information & referrals, education, support, advocacy, and active community outreach. We put all the pieces together!
NAOMI RUTH COHEN INSTITUTE FOR MENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION AT THE CHICAGO SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
- 312.467.2552
- www.naomicoheninstitute.org
The Naomi Ruth Cohen Institute for Mental Health Education (NRCI) was created as a reflection of love for Naomi. This love has found expression through a commitment to combating the stigma of mental illness. The proceeds of Naomi's estate and contributions from family members, friends and generous donors have helped the institute produce our annual mental health conferences, conferences and workshops within the Latino and African American communities for professionals, consumers, individuals and families affected by mental illness. NRCI has supported activities including a teen essay contest on topics related to mental health issues, annual post-doctoral fellowship for a clinical psychology student at The Chicago School and an acclaimed anti-stigma film for teens developed by Dr. Fred Miller of Evanston Northwestern Healthcare that has been featured on PBS. In 2008, NRCI joined The Chicago School and together are working to bring awareness and decrease the stigma related to mental illness. Our goals continue to focus on providing educational conferences and workshops to communities and schools through a variety of traditional and innovative approaches.
NEW FOUNDATION CENTER
- 847.501.2939
- www.newfoundationcenter.org
New Foundation Center (formerly WilPower) has a pragmatic belief in the potential of people who have serious mental illness - a potential to chart a direction to recovery; to develop new skills and achieve goals; to solve problems in a real-world environment; and to contribute to their communities. We help over 250 people live well by providing psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery services at our center in Northfield. Nearly 50 people live near family, friends and support in our permanent supportive housing in Evanston, Glencoe, Morton Grove, Skokie, and Wilmette. More than a third are gainfully employed, many for several years with the same employer.
NILES FAMILY SERVICES
- 847.588.8466
- www.communityresources.net
Niles Family Services is the family counseling division of the Human Services Department of the Village of Niles. It was established in the 1970s to provide counseling services to Niles residents. The agency is committed to helping people contend with difficulties and resolve a variety of personal problems. The goal of Niles Family Services is to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Niles. The Niles Family Services staff is made up of professional, licensed social workers. The staff is highly trained and skilled in working with the community including the residents, schools, businesses, and the police and fire departments.
NORTH SHORE SENIOR CENTER
- 847.784.6061
- www.nssc.org
NSSC has a wealth of life enrichment programs for active adults and a wide range of supportive services for seniors needing extra help to continue living in their homes. Whether you or a loved one is interested in authorative lecturers discussing religion or entertainment or world hot spots, or attending concerts by noted professional concert musicians, or staying fit at an adult-friendly fitness center, you should investigate NSSC and all the ways it can make your life more fulfilling. You'll also find support groups for people dealing with losses or health issues or physical impairments, plus professional geriatric care services, adult day services, and in-home help for homebound loved ones.
NORTHSHORE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEMS
- 847.570.2198
- www.northshore.org
NorthShore University HealthSystem's (formerly Evanston Northwestern Healthcare) Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences offers a full continuum of comprehensive mental health services for adolescents, adults and seniors. Healthcare professionals-physicians, psychologists, social workers, counselors and nurses-provide a multi-disciplinary approach to care. Services include 24-hour crisis/emergency department coverage; inpatient treatment; intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs; chemical dependency evaluation and treatment, a therapeutic adolescent day school; outpatient medication evaluations and programs; an eating disorders program; psychotherapy; psychopharmacology second opinions; and neuropsychology evaluation and treatment.
PEDIATRIC BRAIN RESEARCH AND INTERVENTION CENTER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO
- 312.413.1710
- www.psych.uic.edu/brain-center
The Pediatric Brain Research and Intervention Center is a state-of-the-art center for research and treatment in the areas of bipolar disorder, psychosis, ADHD, and depression. Our scientific focus is to understand the interface of affective and cognitive systems in the constantly developing brain of children and adolescents with early onset psychiatric disorders. We offer treatment informed by our research to children and their families with an aim to bring about holistic improvement to the child and the entire family.
OCD Chicago
- 773-880-1635
- www.ocdchicago.org
OCD Chicago supports the informational and emotional needs of people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), their families, educators, clergy, and the mental health professionals who treat them. It is dedicated solely to the growing needs of the OCD community. OCD is a neurobiological disorder that affects one in 40 adults and one in 100 children of all racial, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. OCD Chicago reaches out with compassion and encouragement to assure people with OCD that they are not alone and help them manage the disorder. The OCD Chicago web site is an excellent, comprehensive, multi-faceted resource on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. The content is current and updated often. We offer detailed facts about OCD, resources, personal stories from individuals with OCD, expert perspectives, and free, downloadable OCD Guides in English and Spanish for all age groups. For specific information on OCD in school, parents and educators can click “School Personnel” on the home page of our web site or visit our second web site, the OCD Education Station.
PROTECTED TOMORROWS
- 847.522.8086
- www.protectedtomorrows.com
Protected Tomorrows, Inc. enhances the lives of people with developmental disabilities through a comprehensive life planning process. Its nationwide network of Advocates creates Future Care Plansae, which includes the educational, residential, financial, legal, health care, Government benefits, employment and recreational needs of the individual with special needs. The Protected Tomorrows passionate team of professionals all has a personal connection to the special needs community, so they understand the concerns of families first hand. It drives them to continuously identify, design and implement solutions to life planning, bringing peace of mind to families about the years ahead for their loved one.
RECOVERY, INTERNATIONAL
- 773.695.6053
- www.lowselfhelpsystems.org
Recovery International is a community mental health organization that offers a self-help method of will training for individuals who suffer from fears, anger, depression, anxiety, and panic attacks. There is no required fee or registration. Meetings are open to the public.
RESPONSE CENTER
- (847) 676-0078
- www.responsecenter.org
Response Center is a not-for-profit counseling, educational and resource center serving adolescents (age 12 to 21) and their families. Established in 1970 as a program of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago, Response staff addresses a wide range of adolescent emotional and social concerns. Response provides individual, family and group counseling, outreach and prevention services and a teen clinic focused on adolescent sexual health care. Staffed by social service professionals, Response Center welcomes teens of all religions, races and ethnic backgrounds. A safe place where teens and families can come and talk freely...about themselves, concerns, feelings and pressures.
RIVEREDGE HOSPITAL
- (708) 209-4181
- www.riveredgehospital.com
Riveredge Hospital is a freestanding psychiatric hospital serving children, adolescents and adults. We strive to foster an environment that demonstrates compassion and caring with timely and effective communication through comprehensive behavioral health care services of clinical excellence. Our treatment approach is holistic and based on principles of Trauma Informed Care. We offer Expressive Therapy (art, drama and dance movement), Yoga and Pet Therapy to all patients in addition to having fully licensed program therapists providing individual, family and group therapy.
THE SCHOOL SOLUTION
- 847.242.0865
- www.theschoolsolution.com
The School Solution is an educational consulting practice specializing in helping families find residential placement for their struggling child or young adult. After every resource has been tried at home, it is important to find a placement with the specific therapeutic, educational and family support for the child or young adult to begin experiencing success and growth. Our specialty is finding the right hospital, therapeutic wilderness, residential treatment center, therapeutic boarding school, specialty boarding school, or transitional program to fit the needs of the family. Karen Mabie is the owner and founder of The School Solution; she is both a school psychologist and a Certified Educational Planner. She visits 60 to 80 schools and programs every year.
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO BIPOLAR DISORDER & SCHIZOPHRENIA FAMILY GENETIC STUDIES
- 773.834.5128
- www.uchicago.edu
The purpose of this study is to find out more about how genes influence whether people with Bipolar I Disorder benefit from different drugs. Genes are the material passed down from one generation to the next that determine things like eye color and hair color. Investigators throughout the United States are collaborating on this research study in an effort to identify genes that affect the response to two medications commonly used for bipolar disorder: lithium and valproate (Depakote(TM)). The ultimate goal of this research would be to develop a DNA test that would help doctors select the best medications for patients. All treatment and participation in this study takes place on the University of Chicago's beautiful Hyde Park Campus. Participants receive nominal payment throughout the course of the study for completing a diagnostic interview, completing periodic assessments, and providing a one-time blood sample.
TURNING POINT
- 847.933.0051
- www.tpoint.org
At Turning Point, our vision statement, "Solid Support. When you need it most," is a promise to our community. Our mission is to serve people with mental illness, regardless of their ability to pay, with the same respect, compassion and professionalism we would expect for ourselves. We provide our expert support to people during some of the most difficult times of their lives. Turning Point has been providing essential mental health services to our community for more than forty years. Founded in 1969, the agency serves residents in communities throughout metropolitan Chicago and suburban Cook County.
YELLOWBRICK
- 847.364.2300
- www.yellowbrickprogram.com
Yellowbrick has created a developmentally specialized, research-based approach that integrates current contributions of neuroscience, innovative psychotherapies, strength-based life-skills acquisition and wellness medicine. Yellowbrick collaborates with emerging adults, their families and participating professionals toward the development of a strategic "Life Plan." An integrative, multi-specialty consultation will clarify strengths, limitations, risks, define motivation, goals and committed choices. In addition to the Residence, Yellowbrick's Consultation & Treatment Center offers IOP: Life Strategies Program; individual, family, and group psychotherapy; and specialized programs covering eating disorders, addiction service, trauma recovery programs, psychiatric diagnostic and psychopharmacology consultation service, and a career development center.