Alicia Gallichio, LMFT

Alicia Stalker is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over two decades of experience in providing individual, couples, and family therapy. She is the proud owner of a private practice based in Morris, IL, where she has been serving a diverse range of clients for the past seventeen years. Alicia is a graduate of Antioch University Los Angeles, where she specialized in clinical psychology with an emphasis on marriage and family therapy.

Alicia's therapeutic approach is solution-focused, interactive, and grounded in the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy. She believes in providing support and practical feedback to her clients, enabling them to tackle personal challenges effectively. With a compassionate and empathetic demeanor, Alicia strives to help her clients build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they seek.

Education and Credentials

Alicia obtained her Illinois State Secondary Education teaching credential from Northern Illinois University in 1983. She later pursued her passion for psychology at Antioch University Los Angeles, where she majored in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis on marriage and family therapy. Alicia holds licenses to practice marriage and family therapy in California (MFC42067), Texas (201879), Illinois (166.001066), and Michigan (4101006673).

Alicia has also completed various training programs, including certification as a Clinical Trauma Professional, Divorce and Family Mediation from California State University Dominguez Hills, Approved Clinical Supervision Coursework from CAMFT, Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD from the Henry Jackson Center for Deployment Psychology, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from the Medical University of South Carolina, and training through the California Problem Gambling Treatment Service Program. Additionally, she is a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) certified by the National Association of Addictions Professionals (NAADAC) and a Certified Specialist in Anger Management.

Services Provided

*Depression and Anxiety Therapy*: Alicia offers therapy for individuals struggling with depression and anxiety, helping them identify and challenge negative thought patterns and develop coping strategies.

*Couples Therapy*: Alicia provides couples therapy to help couples improve their communication skills, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their bond.

*Family Counseling*: Alicia offers family counseling to facilitate healthy communication, resolve conflicts, and promote understanding and empathy within families.

*Parenting Support*: Alicia provides parenting support, empowering parents with effective strategies to address their children's behavioral challenges.

*Grief Counseling*: Alicia offers grief counseling to help individuals navigate the complex emotions associated with the loss of a loved one.

*Stress Management*: Alicia offers stress management techniques, teaching clients how to manage stress effectively and improve their overall well-being.

*Conflict Resolution*: Alicia provides conflict resolution strategies, helping clients develop the skills they need to manage and resolve interpersonal conflicts.

Alicia tailors her therapeutic approach to each client, incorporating various styles and techniques to provide a highly personalized experience. She works collaboratively with her clients to build on their strengths and achieve their life goals.

If you're ready to take the first step towards positive change, call (815) 322-3238 today to schedule an appointment with Alicia Stalker.