Business Details
Trusted Clinical & Forensic Psychology Services in Chicago
Alan M Jaffe, PsyD is a multidisciplinary practice specializing in clinical and forensic psychology, serving individuals, families, attorneys, and courts across Chicago, Lake Geneva, and surrounding areas. Founded in the 1980s, our team of licensed psychologists collaborates with psychiatrists and mental health professionals to deliver comprehensive diagnostic assessments, therapeutic interventions, and forensic expertise. Our clinical services address anxiety, depression, addictive disorders, couples therapy, and divorce-related counseling, while our forensic work includes child custody evaluations, expert testimony, and litigation support.With decades of experience, we maintain faculty appointments at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and have authored influential publications in forensic psychology. Our commitment to empathy, evidence-based practices, and courtroom authority has earned us consistent five-star ratings from clients seeking both personal healing and legal clarity.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Child Custody Evaluation
Forensic Assessment
Addictive Disorders Treatment
Divorce Intervention
Parenting Plan Mediation
Trauma Counseling
Legal Expert Testimony
Telehealth Sessions
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in clinical and forensic psychology.
- Our team includes faculty members at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
- We provide expert testimony and custody evaluations recognized in legal proceedings.
- Our multidisciplinary approach integrates psychiatry and social work expertise.
- We offer no-charge telephone consultations for accessible mental health support.
Associations and certifications
- American College of Forensic Examiners
What people say
5 star rating
Best patient experience
Highly recommended
Outstanding empathy
Great custody evaluator
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions address anxiety, depression, and trauma through evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs. With compassionate guidance, we help clients develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth. Our therapists combine decades of clinical experience with ongoing academic contributions to ensure effective, personalized care.
Child Custody Evaluation
We conduct comprehensive child custody evaluations for legal proceedings, providing impartial psychological assessments to inform court decisions. Our evaluations consider family dynamics, parental capabilities, and children's well-being. As recognized experts, we deliver detailed reports and testimony that withstand judicial scrutiny while prioritizing children's best interests.
Forensic Assessment
Our forensic assessments support legal cases through expert analysis of psychological factors in criminal, civil, and employment disputes. We evaluate fitness for duty, competency, and psychological impact in cases involving harassment, stalking, or substance abuse. Our court-tested expertise ensures reliable, defensible conclusions for attorneys and judicial bodies.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and rebuilding trust through structured therapeutic interventions. We address relationship challenges from pre-marital preparation to divorce mediation, using evidence-based approaches to foster healthier dynamics. Our therapists help couples develop lasting strategies for mutual understanding and partnership resilience.
Addictive Disorders Treatment
Our specialized treatment programs address drug, alcohol, and behavioral addictions through personalized therapy plans combining cognitive-behavioral techniques and relapse prevention strategies. We address underlying psychological factors contributing to addiction while providing practical tools for recovery. Our holistic approach integrates family support and ongoing counseling to ensure sustainable healing.
People
Alan M. Jaffe
Clinical & Forensic Psychologist
Dr. Jaffe is a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist with 33 years at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He specializes in family therapy, custody evaluations, and forensic testimony, with 2,000+ professional assessments and publications in leading journals.
Melanie J. Thakkar
Assistant Director
Dr. Thakkar is a licensed clinical psychologist with six years of experience treating adolescents and adults. She supervises at The Illinois School of Professional Psychology and has worked in Chicagoland's top behavioral health facilities since 2018.
Questions
What clinical services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy for anxiety, depression, and addictive disorders, along with couples counseling, divorce recovery, and trauma treatment.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide telehealth sessions for clinical psychology services across Illinois.
What forensic services are available?
Our forensic services include child custody evaluations, expert testimony, fitness-to-stand-trial assessments, and litigation support for legal cases.
Are your services covered by insurance?
We accept major insurance plans for clinical services. Contact our office for specific coverage verification.
