Compassionate Counseling & Educational Leadership
Licensed counselor and educator helping individuals navigate life's challenges through collaborative, culturally sensitive therapy.
About Dr. Lauren Melamed
I am a licensed and board certified counselor in Illinois, practicing since 2013. With a Ph.D. in Counselor Education from Penn State University, I bring both clinical expertise and academic insight to my practice.
As full-time faculty at Adler University and recipient of the Illinois Counselor Educator of the Year award in 2019, I am committed to advancing the field of counseling while providing compassionate care to my clients.
My approach centers on helping you narrate your life with full autonomy through a collaborative, respectful, and empowering process that focuses on the stories you tell yourself about your life.
Professional Credentials
- • Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC)
- • National Certified Counselor (NCC)
- • Ph.D. Counselor Education, Penn State
- • Faculty, Adler University
- • IL Counselor Educator of the Year 2019
Contact Information
Location: Chicago, IL 60660
Email: lauren@melamedcounseling.com
Phone: (312) 283-4490
Format: Telehealth Only
Professional Services
Specialized therapeutic services tailored to support your unique journey toward healing and growth.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one telehealth sessions focused on your personal growth and healing journey.
- • Interpersonal Work
- • Identity Development
- • Grief and Loss Counseling
- • Critical Incident Processing
Clinical Supervision
Professional guidance for counseling students and emerging therapists.
- • Individual Supervision
- • Group Supervision
- • Counselor Trainee Support
- • Professional Development
Educational Leadership
Academic and training leadership in counselor education and program development.
- • Faculty at Adler University
- • Curriculum Development
- • Research & Scholarship
- • Professional Training
Therapeutic Approach
"I will encourage you to narrate your life with full autonomy... a collaborative, respectful, and empowering process that focuses on the stories you tell yourself about your life."
Core Principles
- Collaborative partnership between therapist and client
- Separating personal narrative from self-identity
- Promoting deeper self-reflection and awareness
- Culturally sensitive and transparent approach
Areas of Focus
- Interpersonal relationships and communication
- Identity development and self-understanding
- Grief, loss, and life transitions
- Processing critical life incidents
Insurance & Investment
Flexible options to make quality mental health care accessible
Accepted Insurance
- • Blue Cross Blue Shield Illinois PPO
- • United HealthCare
- • Aetna
Self-Pay Options
- • Standard Rate: $150/hour
- • Sliding scale fees available
- • Open Path Psychotherapy Collective member
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Take the first step toward positive change. I'm here to support you through a collaborative and empowering therapeutic process.
Location: Chicago, IL 60660 • Services: Telehealth Only