Elizabeth Theodosakis
Counselor/Therapist | Addiction (Substance Use Disorder)
Online therapy Northbrook IL, 60062About
Dr. Elizabeth Theodosakis is a therapist practicing in Northbrook, IL. She specializes in the treatment of mental health and wellness. She evaluates and treats patients using a cognitive-behavioral apprpaoch. Patients seek therapy with Dr. Theodosakis to address depression, anxiety, marital conflict, parent-child problems, substance-related probelms, stage- of-life issues, adjustment issues, and grief.
Education and Training
Roosevelt University Chicago Psy.D. 2000
Roosevelt University Chicago MA- Counseling 1994
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Are there any non-medical treatments for anxiety?
By "non-medical," I think you mean no medication? if yes, there certainly are things that you can try aside from medication. People with anxiety often find great relief in talking with a therapist. This allows for individuals to learn the triggers for their anxiety and also learn coping skills to manage it. Physical exercise is always a great idea, anxious or not. Yoga, meditation, Reiki, acupuncture, acupressure, and other Eastern practices can also help to reduce anxiety symptoms. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Adjunct Faculty Roosevelt University 1999 - 2011
Professional Memberships
- American Psychological Association
Teaching and speaking
- Dr. Theodosakis was an adjunct faculty member at Roosevelt University's College of Arts & Sciences for 11 years. She taught various classes, at both campuses (Chicago & Schaumburg), including Human Sexuality, Abnormal Psychology & Clinical Psychology.
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