Garrett Pluharer-Schaff, LCSW, Park Ridge, IL

About Garrett Pluharer-Schaff

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Garrett Pluharer-Schaff

Garrett is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who received their Masters in Social Work from Erikson Institute, where they specialized in working with children and their families. They believe that therapy is a space for nonjudgmental exploration of feelings and emotions in order to get to the root cause of the issue. Garrett has advanced training in treating trauma in children, adolescents and adults. Currently, they are receiving training in child and adolescent psychodynamic psychotherapy at the Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute. In their clinical practice, Garrett uses psychoanalytic and attachment theories. They believe that growth and development occurs through the context of relationships. Garrett is passionate about working with people who identify as LGBTQ+ of all ages. Garrett specializes in working with children and adolescents who struggle with trauma, anxiety, self-regulation, and familial issues. They utilize play therapy when working with children in order for the child to best express their lived experience. With adults, Garrett enjoys working with people who have personality disorders, psychotic disorders, PTSD, relationship issues, and mood disorders. “Therapy is a microcosm of life, where we can explore issues that cause distress, work to lessen that pain, and work with our strengths to build a better understanding of ourselves.”

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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 locations

Garrett Pluharer-Schaff, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Chicago lakeview (1 of 2)

3435 N Sheffield Ave, Ste 205, 206, 207 & 214, Chicago, IL 60657

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Park Ridge (2 of 2)

1440 Renaissance Dr, Ste 320, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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Education and background

Practice names

The Juniper Center

Education and training

Erikson Institute, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1154883684

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What practice does Garrett Pluharer-Schaff work with?

Garrett Pluharer-Schaff works with The Juniper Center.

Where is Garrett Pluharer-Schaff's office located?

Garrett Pluharer-Schaff has 3 office locations, including in Park Ridge and Chicago, view full addresses on Garrett Pluharer-Schaff's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Garrett Pluharer-Schaff?

Garrett Pluharer-Schaff 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 Garrett Pluharer-Schaff on their profile.