At Alan M. Jaffe, Psy. D. and Associates, we take pride in providing top-notch clinical and forensic psychology services to individuals, couples, families, attorneys, the courts, and businesses in Chicago, Lake Geneva, and the surrounding areas. With over four decades of experience, our team of licensed clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and other allied mental health professionals work together to provide a multidisciplinary approach to diagnostic assessment, treatment, and consultation.
Our Team
Our staff serves on the faculty at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and three professional schools of psychology in Chicago. We bring many years of expertise to several areas of clinical and forensic practice, including family therapy, divorce-related issues, custody evaluations, and addictive disorders. Our team is committed to providing compassionate and professional services to our clients, and we strive to maintain the highest standards of excellence in our work.
Our Services
We offer a wide range of services, including:
- Clinical services: individual, couples, and family therapy, as well as group therapy sessions
- Forensic services: consultations in divorce or child custody hearings, expert witness testimony, and psychological testing
- Diagnostic assessment and treatment: depression, anxiety, addictive disorders, and other mental health issues
- Consultation and collaboration: with attorneys, physicians, and other healthcare professionals
Our Expertise
Our team has extensive experience in providing expert witness testimony in high-profile cases, including rape and murder cases where substance use was an issue. We have also worked with aviation and the airline industry, providing consulting services and psychological testing to elected members of the House and Senate of the Illinois General Assembly. Our team is dedicated to staying at the forefront of the latest research and developments in the field of psychology, ensuring that our clients receive the most effective and evidence-based treatments.
Mixed Reviews for Dr. Jaffe's Therapy Services
Criticism of Dr. Jaffe's Methods and Ethics
One reviewer, Becca O'Brien, had a highly negative experience with Dr. Jaffe, citing unethical behavior, a hidden agenda, and a lack of transparency. She claimed that Dr. Jaffe referred her partner to a lawyer without her knowledge and did not suggest any resolutions during their sessions as a group. Additionally, she felt that Dr. Jaffe's expensive sessions (at $250 per session) did not provide the necessary guidance and support for their relationship issues.
Praise for Dr. Jaffe's Expertise and Empathy
On the other hand, several reviewers had overwhelmingly positive experiences with Dr. Jaffe. They praised his professionalism, knowledge, and empathetic nature, stating that he helped them identify and address their issues, and taught them valuable skills to improve their relationships. Some reviewers credited Dr. Jaffe with helping them overcome personal struggles and grow as individuals.
Custody Evaluations and Controversy
A few reviewers mentioned Dr. Jaffe's work as a custody evaluator, with one reviewer, Jeffrey Allen, praising his expertise and ability to make difficult recommendations. However, another reviewer, Jeanne D., had a highly negative experience with Dr. Jaffe's custody evaluation, calling him a "crook" and claiming that he asked inappropriate questions and took a year to write a review.
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