Jennifer Novak, LCPC

Jennifer Novak, LCPC

Psychotherapist
1616 N Damen Ave, Ste 301, Chicago, IL
Jennifer Novak is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years of counseling experience and a particular interest in Women's Mental Health issues. Jennifer has specialized training and experience working with women, their partners, and their families around maternal mental health and reproductive issues, including: fertility challenges, miscarriage and infant loss, perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, the transition into parenthood, maintaining partner intimacy post baby, and renegotiating individual/family roles & dynamics in response to an expanding family. Jennifer takes a person centered, trauma informed, strengths based approach to treatment, utilizing elements of Reality Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy, to assist clients in working through a myriad of issues such as, depression, anxiety, grief & loss, stage of life transitions, trauma, major life changes, disordered eating & body image issues, and compromised self-esteem. Jennifer works with individuals, families and couples, including children (age 6-10), preteens (age 11-13), and adults (18 and over). In her clinical work, Jennifer is well versed in both traditional therapeutic techniques as well as creative modalities such as play therapy, mindfulness practices, role playing, and guided relaxation techniques. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband of 18+ years, their twin daughters, and the newest addition to their family, a Rottweiler puppy named Nala. She also enjoys traveling, theatre and musicals, road-trips, listening to live music, and family movie nights. Jennifer has a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, California, and received her Bachelor of Arts with a double major in Psychology and Sociology from The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Jennifer Novak

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Jennifer Novak

Jennifer Novak is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years of counseling experience and a particular interest in Women's Mental Health issues. Jennifer has specialized training and experience working with women, their partners, and their families around maternal mental health and reproductive issues, including: fertility challenges, miscarriage and infant loss, perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, the transition into parenthood, maintaining partner intimacy post baby, and renegotiating individual/family roles & dynamics in response to an expanding family. Jennifer takes a person centered, trauma informed, strengths based approach to treatment, utilizing elements of Reality Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy, to assist clients in working through a myriad of issues such as, depression, anxiety, grief & loss, stage of life transitions, trauma, major life changes, disordered eating & body image issues, and compromised self-esteem. Jennifer works with individuals, families and couples, including children (age 6-10), preteens (age 11-13), and adults (18 and over). In her clinical work, Jennifer is well versed in both traditional therapeutic techniques as well as creative modalities such as play therapy, mindfulness practices, role playing, and guided relaxation techniques. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband of 18+ years, their twin daughters, and the newest addition to their family, a Rottweiler puppy named Nala. She also enjoys traveling, theatre and musicals, road-trips, listening to live music, and family movie nights. Jennifer has a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, California, and received her Bachelor of Arts with a double major in Psychology and Sociology from The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Women's Mental Health Issues
Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit

Office location

Jennifer Novak, LCPC also offers online video visits for patients
LifeStance Health - Illinois
1616 N Damen Ave, Ste 301, Chicago, IL 60647

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of Southern California, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
  • University of Michigan (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1871149294

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Where is Jennifer Novak's office located?

Jennifer Novak has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Jennifer Novak's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Jennifer Novak?

Jennifer Novak frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Jennifer Novak on their profile.

What languages does Jennifer Novak speak?

Jennifer Novak speaks English.

How do patients rate Jennifer Novak in reviews?

5 patients have reviewed Jennifer Novak. 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.

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