Business Details
Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Chicago & Lake Geneva
Alan M Jaffe, PsyD & Associates has provided clinical and forensic psychology services for over three decades, serving clients across Chicago, Lake Geneva, and surrounding areas. Our practice combines a multidisciplinary approach with expertise in family therapy, divorce-related issues, custody evaluations, and addictive disorders. As faculty members at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and other institutions, we integrate academic rigor with practical experience.Our forensic services include expert testimony in legal cases involving fitness for duty, sexual harassment, stalking, and custody disputes. With a commitment to accessibility, we offer telehealth sessions and no-charge telephone consultations to ensure clients receive timely, comprehensive care.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Child Custody Evaluation
Forensic Assessment
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Addiction Counseling
Divorce Intervention
Parenting Plan Mediation
Telehealth Sessions
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in clinical and forensic psychology.
- Our team includes faculty members at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
- We provide expert witness services with extensive court experience.
- We offer free initial telephone consultations for all clients.
- Our multidisciplinary approach integrates psychiatrists and social work expertise.
Associations and certifications
- American College of Forensic Examiners
What people say
Best patient doctor experience
Outstanding empathy
Highly recommended
Incredibly bright
Excellent therapy experience
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma. Our evidence-based approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with psychodynamic insights to improve emotional well-being. Clients receive tailored treatment plans focused on achieving measurable progress through structured sessions.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for relationship challenges including communication breakdowns and conflict resolution. We help couples rebuild trust and develop healthier interaction patterns using proven therapeutic frameworks. Sessions focus on mutual understanding and practical problem-solving strategies.
Child Custody Evaluation
Comprehensive psychological evaluations for legal custody determinations. Our process includes clinical interviews, standardized testing, and collateral consultations to provide objective recommendations. We maintain strict impartiality while prioritizing children's best interests in court proceedings.
Forensic Psychological Assessments
Expert evaluations for legal matters including fitness-for-duty determinations and criminal defense cases. Our assessments combine clinical expertise with courtroom experience to deliver reliable, defensible conclusions. Services include expert witness testimony and detailed written reports.
Telehealth Sessions
Secure virtual therapy sessions accessible from any location. Our HIPAA-compliant platform supports both clinical therapy and forensic consultations. Telehealth appointments maintain the same high standards of care while offering greater flexibility for clients.
People
Alan M. Jaffe
Clinical & Forensic Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 33 years at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Expert in custody evaluations, forensic assessments, and addiction treatment. Published author and fellow of the American College of Forensic Examiners.
Melanie J. Thakkar
Assistant Director
Licensed clinical psychologist specializing in adolescent and adult therapy. Six years of experience in Chicagoland hospitals and three years with Jaffe & Associates. Focus areas include trauma and behavioral health integration.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy for anxiety, depression, and addiction, couples counseling, divorce recovery, and forensic evaluations for custody or legal cases.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide telehealth sessions for clinical therapy and forensic consultations across Illinois and Wisconsin.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at 312-346-2640 for a free initial telephone consultation to discuss your needs.
What forensic psychology services are available?
Our forensic services include child custody evaluations, expert witness testimony, fitness-for-duty assessments, and legal consultations for divorce or criminal cases.
Are your therapists licensed professionals?
Yes, our team includes licensed clinical psychologists and faculty members at major medical schools with decades of combined experience.
