Counseling & Employment Services For Neurodivergent Individuals & Families
Have Dreams offers one-on-one counseling to individuals on the autism spectrum (ages 10+) as well as to parents, caregivers, family members, and partners of those with ASD. Our counseling services are rooted in a person-centered, neurodivergent-affirming approach and are informed by evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy, the PEERS social skills curriculum, and related interventions. Structure, visual tools, and hands-on activities are incorporated to promote accessibility and engagement in the therapeutic process. Virtual and in-person sessions are available (virtual services are only available to clients in the state of Illinois). We also offer a FREE monthly parent/caregiver support group. Click here to learn more!
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Click here to view Director of Clinical Services and Therapist Lora Slutsky’s recent media appearances.
Our therapists bring their autism expertise in supporting you with:
Social and communication skills
Relationship building
Parent and child support around new diagnosis and identifying resources and services
Emotional & behavioral regulation (managing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, etc.)
ASD self-acceptance and awareness
Executive functioning like adding structure and organization to daily routines
Employment support including soft-skills development, support identifying appropriate job opportunities, submitting applications, and following up with employers, gaining confidence in interview skills, and preparing for and transitioning into a new job
Self-advocacy
Long-term goal planning
And more!
We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO & Blue Choice and Cigna PPO plans. Some of our therapists accept Aetna PPO, United Healthcare PPO, and Medicare plans. Private pay is also available. We do NOT accept HMO or Medicaid plans. Please note: virtual services are only available to clients in the state of Illinois.
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Interested? Please fill out the form below as part of our screening process and a member of our team will get back to you.
Watch Director of Clinical Services and Therapist, Lora Slutsky, on ABC-7’s “Wellness Wednesday” segment.
Listen to Director of Clinical Services and Therapist, Lora Slutsky, on WGN Radio 720 AM’s Lisa Dent show.
Click here to read Lora Slutsky’s article in Better Magazine about Have Dreams’ therapy services.