Maria Gorecki Nowak
(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Psychotherapist
Having an academic background, I have much empathy (and also experience) with domestic, 1st gen & internatl students. My hope is to find solutions
My name is Maria (or Marysia); I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have experience working with a variety of populations in a variety of settings, ranging from residential/restorative to outpatient/virtual. I have 10+ years of experience addressing a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, grief, religious trauma, and relationship challenges. I emigrated to this country as an older child. Following hardships emigration presented, my practice is strongly trauma affirming. I focus on the impact of trauma, current and generational. I recognize the role past experiences may have had on my clients’ current well-being. I use some evidence-based approaches: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behavior Therapy (DBT), or Gottman Method Couples Therapy. My approach is also psychodynamic, strengths-based, and eclectic. I currently specialize in the treatment of adults—emerging and college students included—with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, relationship concerns, and LGBTQ identities. My goal is that you have a safe and welcoming experience. Contact me for a free, 30-min consult.
Practice hours (CST)
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Abuse
- Aging
- Anger Issues
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Avoidant Personality
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Image
- Borderline Personality
- Childhood Abuse
- Chronic Illness/Pain
- Cognitive Functioning
- Depression
- Disability
- End of Life
- Financial Concerns
- Gender Identity
- Grief and Loss
- Immigration/Acculturation
- Infidelity
- Loneliness/Isolation
- Medication Concerns
- Narcissistic Personality
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Panic
- Perfectionism
- Personality Disorders
- Phobia
- Polyamorous relationship
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
- Self-Esteem
- Sex Addiction/Pornography Concerns
- Sexual Identity
- Social Anxiety
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma
- Women's Issues
Age groups
- Teens (13-17)
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
- Seniors (65 or older)
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Individual Therapy
- Family Therapy
- Behavior Modification
- Couples Therapy
- Group Therapy
Location
Accommodations
Entering the practice
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Door can be opened easily
- Flat path to the front door
- Service animals allowed
- Disabled parking spot (8ft / 2.4m)
- Emotional support animals allowed
Getting around
- Wide hallways (36” or 90cm)
- Elevators
Settling in
- Wide entry to clinician space
- Storage for mobility aids (e.g. wheelchair, scooter)
Remote options
- Voice
- Video
Payment options
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – Illinois
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – Illinois
- Cigna – Illinois
- Health Alliance – Illinois
- Humana – Illinois
- IlliniCare – Illinois
- Magellan – Illinois
- Medicare – Illinois
- Military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) – Illinois
- Optum – Illinois
- United HealthСare Student Insurance – Illinois
- Out-of-pocket
- Documentation provided for patient filling
- Out-of-network insurance
- Sliding scale
- In-network insurance
Payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
Credentials
Licenses
LCSW
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
149024267, Illinois