What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Alberto is a true master of his profession. He walked into the fire with me and guided me through my darkest of times, helping me take personal responsibility for my decisions. I highly Recommend Alberto! ”
RBLess than 1 year ago
“I am very impressed with Alberto. From my first visit, it was clear that he possesses a wealth of experience which greatly contributed to my therapy session. His ability to understand and address my concerns right from the start was remarkable. I wholeheartedly recommend Alberto as a therapist for anyone seeking professional and effective support.”
APMore than 1 year ago
About Alberto Minzer
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Codependency
Self Esteem Issues
Anger Management
Depression
Therapy for Communication Issues
Anxiety Disorder
Mood Disorders
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Compassion Focused
Adlerian
Culturally Sensitive
Attachment-based
Dialectical (DBT)
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Alberto Minzer
Alberto is a gifted master psychotherapist with 41 years of experience in the mental health field. Alberto was called to the profession at the age of 10 years old and his work is his passion, and his mission is to heal the planet one person at a time.
Alberto has had quite an extensive work experience in the field of mental health and addiction treatment and recovery. He received his graduate degree from Loyola University of Chicago in 1983 and a graduate of Grant Hospital Chemical Dependency Program in Chicago. He holds a certification as C.A.D.C. and can treat soft and hard addictions including drugs and alcohol, eating, sex, and gambling. He is fluent in Spanish and can conduct sessions in Spanish.
Alberto is intuitively gifted and can assess the individual, couple or family very quickly resulting in a laser focus approach to the deepest causes of what brings individuals to seek help.
He is very warm, direct, and pragmatic in his approach. After years of working in the field, he considers himself an artist and does not rely on any particular techniques, rather he brings his heart into all this work.
Alberto has a deep value for life and understands that every one of us has a gift and purpose for living our lives fully with deep meaning and significance. He strongly believes we are here to be challenged to be our best version of our true selves. The challenges and issues we face are actually opportunities to bring out our very best selves into the presence in order to live full and meaningful lives. We are Spiritual beings having a human experience. It is in our human experience we suffer. Our spiritual selves are perfect beings. He believes pain is inevitable; suffering is optional. We suffer because we need to reach deeper levels of self-understanding. Once we get to know the deepest truth of our highest selves, problems are healed and resolved.
What should a new client know about working with you?
*Please note I am not a psychiatrist and therefore I do not prescribe medications*
Alberto can quickly assess the cause of what brings a client to seek treatment. He is direct, caring and pragmatic. You will know at the end of the first session what helps will look like. He will put you quickly at ease no matter what the issue is. He can especially help those clients with prior therapy treatments that were not successful or had a negative experience. Here are some of the issues he has dealt with; anxiety and depression, poor self esteem and self image, relationship and partner issues, infidelity, mental health issues such as bipolar disorder, separation and divorce, addictions to food, sex, alcohol and other drugs, gambling, and social media. He will quickly build rapport and trust and clients most often feel they are in the right place. He believes that life can be painful but suffering is optional. He will quickly empower your life and help you get back your life.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Therapy with Alberto is a very active process. He not only helps you feel safe but he will engage you in a deep way to help you resolve the issues that brought you into therapy. Alberto has a 4.9 stars on Google reviews which demonstrates his effectiveness with clients.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
Other popular visit reasons
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychosexual Evaluation
Office location
Alberto Minzer, LCSW, CADC, MDiv also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Loyola University Chicago, Master's in Clinical Social Work
- Institute for Spiritual Healing in Tampa, Florida, Master's in Divinity
Awards and publications
- Boys Don't Cry:MEN DO Published book on Amazon
- Strong In The Wounded Places- Dr Rosemary Cairo and Alberto Minzer- To be published next year.
NPI number
1700973500
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Alberto seems excellent and I’m happy to begin working with him.
January 7, 2025Michelle D.Verified patient
Alberto is a true master of his profession. He walked into the fire with me and guided me through my darkest of times, helping me take personal responsibility for my decisions. I highly Recommend Alberto!
Less than 1 year agoRB
I am very impressed with Alberto. From my first visit, it was clear that he possesses a wealth of experience which greatly contributed to my therapy session. His ability to understand and address my concerns right from the start was remarkable. I wholeheartedly recommend Alberto as a therapist for anyone seeking professional and effective support.
More than 1 year agoAP
I’ve been to therapists in the past. There was a lot of talking, but not a lot of true, inner resolve. Alberto had a way of honing right in on the block, leading me in without superfluousness, and teaching me how to be present to the big feelings. Though this sounds simple enough, I know what skill this must require-because the psyche-and different therapy systems-can be very complex. But Alberto’s “way” helped me to begin to practice feeling the feelings without becoming them-a tricky inner learning, that is quickly setting me free. I followed his guidelines for things I could do outside of therapy time to continue the healing. And the new ground feels more well adjusted to life, less afraid of my emotions or outside situations, and more presence in my own body. Alberto is present, guided, skillful and clear.
I am so grateful for how he has honed his Service & Spirituality to help others integrate pain.
More than 1 year agoEG
I am incredibly grateful for the support and guidance I received from Alberto. He did not try and become my best friend. He did not let me play the victim. He did not let me get away with causal conversation. Rather, he allowed me to truly open up and become vulnerable. He was honest and direct—never sugarcoating things but always providing the clarity I needed to move forward. He held me accountable in a way that was both firm and compassionate, helping me take ownership of my healing process.
If you're looking for a therapist who will challenge you, support you, and truly help you grow, I highly recommend Alberto. I don't think I could have navigated a truly challenging situation as I have without him.
More than 1 year agoAM
I highly recommend Alberto to anyone who truly wants to step in the fire and be held accountable for their life decisions, and how those decisions impact the people around them as well as the world. If you’re willing to make a commitment to do the therapy work, Alberto will be there for you to help you find the blessings waiting for you.
More than 1 year agoRB
Alberto is a very gifted therapist . He is very caring and direct knows how to get you to be your best version of yourself . He is genuine and very authentic . I have seen other therapists but nothing compares To him. I trust him and he has the wisdom to take you places where you don’t dare to go alone . He’ll be there in every step of the way .
More than 1 year agoPR
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Is Alberto Minzer accepting new patients?
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Does Alberto Minzer accept my insurance?
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What practice does Alberto Minzer work with?
Alberto Minzer works with Alberto Minzer and Associates LLC.
Where is Alberto Minzer's office located?
Alberto Minzer has 2 office locations, including in Palatine and Spillertown, view full addresses on Alberto Minzer's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Alberto Minzer?
Alberto Minzer frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Alberto Minzer on their profile.
What languages does Alberto Minzer speak?
Alberto Minzer speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Alberto Minzer in reviews?
7 patients have reviewed Alberto Minzer. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.