Notice the patterns.
Explore how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect—and practice different ways to respond.
A SPACE TO FIND YOUR FOOTING
A little more focus.
A little more balance.
Life asks a lot of you. Therapy can help you make room for yourself—and move forward in a way that feels like you.
For teens & adults Skokie & online in Illinois
Tzvi Yaakov Miretzky, LCSWTherapist. Dad. Coach. Human.
You don’t have to have it all figured out to begin.
Practical tools.Real understanding.Room to be yourself.
WHEN LIFE FEELS LIKE A LOT
You’re carrying a lot.
You deserve support, too.
Maybe you’re getting through the day, but it takes more out of you than anyone realizes. Maybe you’re frustrated with your focus, caught in worry, or trying to show up for everyone around you.
We’ll start with what’s happening in your life, get curious about the patterns underneath, and work toward changes you can actually use.
HOW I CAN HELP
Start with what’s
on your mind.
You don’t need the perfect words—or a neatly defined problem—to reach out.
01 / FIND YOUR FOCUSADHD & executive functioningFor teens, college students, and adults who feel stuck between knowing and doing.Explore this supportA closer look
We’ll explore what gets in the way of starting, planning, following through, and regulating emotions. Together, we’ll develop strategies that fit your life and build on your strengths.
Less self-criticism. More understanding and useful structure.
02 / GROW INTO FATHERHOODNew & expecting dadsA place for the pressure, identity shifts, and complicated feelings of becoming a father.Explore this supportA closer look
Being a dad can bring joy alongside stress, uncertainty, and a sense of losing yourself. We’ll make space for your experience, clarify what matters to you, and work on how you want to show up at home.
You get to be a person as well as a parent.
03 / MAKE ROOM TO BREATHEAnxiety & life transitionsWhen overthinking, burnout, or a new chapter makes it hard to feel steady.Explore this supportA closer look
We’ll look at the thoughts, emotions, and habits keeping you caught in a loop. Our work can include coping skills, boundaries, and taking meaningful steps even when certainty is out of reach.
Find a direction guided by your values.
04 / FEEL WHAT YOU FEELGrief & emotional overwhelmSupport through loss, big reactions, and the feelings you’ve been trying to hold together.Explore this supportA closer look
Grief doesn’t follow a tidy schedule. We can make space for what you miss, what hurts, and what comes next. If anger or overwhelm feels loud, we’ll get curious about what it’s protecting and what you need.
There’s room for your feelings here.
MEET YOUR THERAPIST
Hi, I’m
Tzvi Yaakov.
Tzvi Yaakov Miretzky, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker · Illinois
A real conversation.
A practical way forward.
I work with adolescents and adults who want to understand themselves better and feel more grounded in daily life. My style is warm, direct, and curious, with room for humor and for the things that are hard to say.
As a dad and a basketball coach, I appreciate how much people are balancing—and how much a little support can matter. In therapy, we’ll build on what’s already working and make space for the parts of you that need attention.
You bring your life, your values, and your experience. I bring tools, perspective, and a commitment to understanding you.
View my professional profile (opens in a new tab)WHAT WORKING TOGETHER LOOKS LIKE
Understanding yourself.
Changing your everyday.
We’ll choose an approach around your needs, with space for insight and tools you can practice between sessions.
Move toward what matters.
Make room for difficult feelings while taking steps toward the person you want to be.
Get curious about your parts.
Understand different sides of yourself with compassion, including the ones that feel stuck or reactive.
THE PRACTICAL DETAILS
Let’s make the
next step easier.
A few answers before we meet.
WHERE WE’LL MEET
In Skokie. Or wherever
you are in Illinois.
In-person sessions:
10024 Skokie Boulevard, Suite 243
Skokie, IL 60077
Telehealth is available for clients located in Illinois.
View office location (opens in a new tab)FEES & INSURANCE
$175per individual session · private pay
Accepted insurance includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO, Aetna PPO, and UnitedHealthcare PPO.
Your coverage and cost depend on your specific plan. We can discuss benefits, deductibles, and copays before starting.
How do I get started?
Start with a free 15-minute consultation. Share a little about what brings you here, ask questions, and see whether working together feels like a good fit.
What happens in the first session?
We’ll talk about what’s bringing you to therapy, your background, and what you’d like to change. You can ask questions, share at your own pace, and begin setting goals together.
Do you work with teens?
Yes. I work with adolescents, including high school and college students. We’ll discuss how to involve parents or caregivers in a way that supports the teen and respects appropriate privacy.
Do I need a diagnosis to reach out?
No. You can reach out because something feels difficult, confusing, or different from how you want it to be. If you’re using insurance, we can discuss how assessment and billing work.
Can therapy include my faith and values?
Yes. Your beliefs, culture, family, and community can be part of the conversation when they matter to you. We’ll work with your values and the goals you bring.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER CAN START HERE
Let’s talk about
what you need.
You don’t have to decide everything today.
Start with a conversation.
FREE 15-MINUTE CONSULTATION
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Or call (224) 255-7581Already a client? Open the client portal (opens in a new tab)