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Michael A Cortina
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4300 Weaver Pkwy, Suite 100-A, Warrenville, IL 60555
Let's Connect (630) 672-0373
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For parents and students alike, adolescence can be a turbulent time. Watching our children struggle can be stressful. It takes a lot of patience, understanding and adjusting to meet the needs of kids in this age group. It's not uncommon for parents to feel that they are engaging in one power struggle after the next...or perhaps feeling a sense of guilt, frustration or helplessness, as they start to question the effectiveness of their parenting and/or the overall emotional well-being of their son or daughter.
As we grow, our needs often change. Entering high school, college or transitioning into a career ushers in new challenges. As young adults strive towards independence and finding success, unexpected events can often stall that progress. My background and experience can lend that helping hand in a safe, respectful and nonjudgmental approach.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 23 years of experience working with adolescent teens, families, and young adults. I have conducted parent education classes and professional seminars on topics such as depression, bullying, teen substance abuse (including vaping), self-injury, suicidal thoughts and other school-related concerns.
Call or Email Michael A Cortina now for a free 15 minute consultation - (630) 672-0373
Let's Connect (630) 672-0373
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Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
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- Dupage Medical Group
- Edward/Elmhurst/IHP
- Employee Resource Center (ERC)
- HealthLink
- Humana
- Illinois Health Partners
- Imagine Health
- Magellan
- Northwestern HMO
- Northwestern Medicine Physician Partners
- Optum
- PHCS Network
- UMR
- UniCare
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- WellCare
- Out of Network
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Michael A Cortina
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180004295 Michael A Cortina
- In Practice for 23 Years
- Attended Benedictine University, Graduated 1998
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Life Transitions
- Depression
- Anxiety
Expertise
- ADHD
- Adolescent
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Chronic Impulsivity
- College and Career Challenges
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Internet Addiction
- Life Coaching
- Low Motivation
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Video Game Addiction
- Young Adult
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Adlerian
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (630) 672-0373
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Michael A Cortina
Counselor, MS, LCPC