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Kimberly Mathew(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Psychologist, PsyD
Illinois
Couples counseling- Trauma-Neuropsychological testing-Psychological evaluations & testing -Mood disorders-Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)-
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Professional statement

Dr. Kimberly Mathew is a Clinical Forensic Psychologist who opened her own private practice in Woodstock, Illinois to establish a well-balanced life while juggling all the demands of life including family, friends, home, and work. Therapeutically, she works from a Psychodynamic approach with a focus on the therapeutic relationship and establishing a positive and safe therapeutic bond. Dr. Mathew enjoys learning about each client and working with them to enhance their well-being by identifying maladaptive cycles of behavior to take steps towards positive change.

Dr. Mathew also enjoys working with a variety of culturally diverse populations, as well as individuals with varying treatment needs. Indeed, she has experience conducting therapy with survivors of trauma and takes a trauma informed approach to treatment. She also has experience working with individuals with varying mental health disorders and personality disorders.

In addition to therapy, Dr. Mathew also conducts neuropsychological and psychological evaluations to help assess and diagnose mental health disorders and identify treatment needs. She presents with a strong knowledge base and experience completing comprehensive evaluations that aim to direct treatment needs and goals.


Message to clients

Therapy is not a normal process. Whoever said, it was "normal" or "natural" to go to someone you do not know and have never met or talked to before and spill all of your thoughts, opinions, judgments, and perceptions, and especially our secrets, that person was crazy. LOL

That is why I believe in the therapeutic relationship so much. It is of the utmost importance that each individual I work with is comfortable and safe. From there, the therapeutic relationship cam be used as a foundation to learn more about ourselves and to make changes in a safe and comfortable environment.

I engage curiously with each client, as I enjoy learning about each individual and learning how best we can make effective and efficient changes that can have long-lasting effects.


Work and Education


The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Doctorate Degree in Clinical Forensic Psychology, 2017
Argosy University, Masters Degree in Forensic Psychology, 2012
Clarkson University, Bachelors Degree in Psychology/Political Science and Minor in law, 2010

Licensure

Illinois: 071.009911

Languages

English

Specialties

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Neuropsychological testing - Evaluations of general brain functioning, as well as assessment for changes or impairments. Typically involves an interview, as well as series of tests.

Psychological evaluations & testing - A broad range of tests and assessments that may be used to identify present strengths, provide diagnosis clarity, and inform treatment goals

Mood disorders - Clinical depression, persistent depression, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders that cause disturbances in the client's mood, causing mood swings, restless sleep, and/or elevated mood

Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) - Recovering from the impact of long-term, repeated traumatic events, such as emotional abuse and neglect




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • Cigna
  • Northwestern University Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$175 (60min)

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