Jennifer Brinkman, LSW, Vernon Hills, IL

About Jennifer Brinkman

Focus areas

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Gender Affirming Counseling

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Couples Therapy

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling

Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Structural Family Therapy

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Jennifer Brinkman

Jennifer Brinkman, LSW helps children, adolescents, young adults, and families in Illinois navigate emotional and behavioral challenges through compassionate and evidence-based therapy. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she creates a warm, collaborative space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Whether working with a child struggling with school avoidance or a teen experiencing anxiety or identity-related stress, Jennifer tailors her approach to support each individuals unique needs and strengths. Jennifer is especially passionate about working with children and adolescents facing anxiety, childhood behavior issues, and school-related stress. With a certification in Evidence-Based Mental Health Practice with Children, she is dedicated to helping young clients develop resilience, regulate emotions, and build healthy coping strategies. Her work often involves close collaboration with caregivers, using approaches like Parent-Child Interaction Therapy and parenting skills training to strengthen family relationships and promote long-term well-being. In addition to her core specialties, Jennifer also supports clients navigating trauma, depression, gender identity development, and womens issues. She offers inclusive care for youth in foster or adoptive placements and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Her treatment methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, mindfulness, faith-based interventions, and Christian counseling, depending on each client's goals and preferences. Outside of her work, Jennifer enjoys reading, writing, traveling, swimming, and spending time with her family, friends, and dogs.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Office location

Jennifer Brinkman, LSW also offers online video visits for patients

Lifestance - Illinois 2

175 E Hawthorn Pkwy, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

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Education and background

Practice names

Lifestance - Illinois 2

Education and training

University of Illinois Chicago, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1972378032

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What practice does Jennifer Brinkman work with?

Jennifer Brinkman works with Lifestance - Illinois 2.

Where is Jennifer Brinkman's office located?

Jennifer Brinkman has 2 office locations in Vernon Hills, view full addresses on Jennifer Brinkman's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Jennifer Brinkman?

Jennifer Brinkman 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 Jennifer Brinkman on their profile.