Hello, I am Julienne B. Derichs, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), writer, lecturer, supervisor to couples counselors, and adjunct faculty at National-Louis University. I have been in practice for over 22 years, spending my early years as a counselor leading groups, individual counseling and couple's counseling with adults who suffered with anxiety, depression, and relationship problems.
I received my BA degree from Columbia College in Chicago, Illinois, in Liberal Arts. I received my Master of Science degree from National-Louis University in Evanston, Illinois. I became a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor by the State of Illinois in 1997. I continue to study couples counseling through attending training's, lectures, workshops, seminars, and reading numerous books and articles.
The first couple I saw was during my internship at the Counseling Centers of Chicago, and I was hooked from the start. With great joy and wonder I watched this couple move from feeling desperate to purposeful action. I knew then how important it is to me to make a real difference in peoples lives, and it has been an honor for me to work with couples over the years.
Currently, I focus on helping men and women who are struggling through difficult situations begin to take control of their lives. Using a solid, solution-focused cognitive approach, I offer clients a calm, understanding presence to help them sort out their problems and find a way to cope and resolve their important concerns.
Over the years, I have been writing and publishing Couples Counseling Today, a blog, which covers topics on personal and professional growth such as: “7 Crucial Conversations for Couples, What?...Huhhhh?...In a Minute...! You Can Have First Rate Listening Skills, and The Good Fight: How to keep arguments from getting out of control”. I am also an expert contributor to many articles about relationships and mental health in general.
I have presented lectures and workshops throughout the Chicagoland area on topics such as: The Power of Positive Working: Creating a Positive Workplace, The Art of Communication, 4 Steps to Conflict Resolution, Target Practice: Release Your Stress by Hitting Your Goals, Teaching Couples How to Fight Fair. I also teach counseling students on these same topics.
I am a "Marriage Friendly" counselor which means I focus on the ways and means of keeping couples and families together. This is because I believe in the transformational power of healthy relationships, which provide a solid foundation for all of us to stand on. To get started click here.
On a bit more personal note, I have been married 20 years, a mother for 15, daughter, sister, aunt and friend for many more. In my own marriage, I practice what I talk about in counseling...the emphasis should be on practice. I also am an advocate for people who are thinking about entering into counseling. I am dedicated to providing information that will help you make the best and most informed decision about the counselor you choose. Please give me a call.
I look forward to talking with you about getting your relationship back on track.
All information on this page is intended for advertising and personal use purposes only and is not intended for therapeutic or legal reasons. All information herein is the property of Julienne B. Derichs, MS, LCPC. Julienne B. Derichs accepts no liability for the content of this site or damages that may result from use, reference to, reliance on, or decisions resulting from its use. Use of this site determines your agreement to this disclaimer. Copyright 2015.
Julienne Derichs LCPC
Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling Serving
Highland Park, Lake Forest, Deerfield, Lincolnshire, Illinois
Northshore
Couples Counseling Today
...Courage, Compassion, Connection
773-562-3074
Julienne B. Derichs LCPC
773-562-3074 Office in Highwood, IL 60040 CouplesCounselingToday@gmail.com
(between Lake Forest and Highland Park, IL)
All session are currently offered via online video conferencing called teletherapy, so if you have a telephone or a computer and an Internet connection, teletherapy may be an option for you.
Here are some guidelines to help you get started.
