Stacy Schmidt

With a passion for nurturing family dynamics and guiding young minds, Stacy Schmidt brings a decade of dedicated experience to her role as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her career has been marked by a deep commitment to working with children, adolescents, and families, helping them navigate the complexities of growth, communication, and relationships.

Stacy's expertise spans a broad spectrum of therapeutic interventions, with a particular focus on supporting children and adolescents through their formative years. Her approach is rooted in a comprehensive understanding of family systems, allowing her to address the intricate web of relationships that shape a young person's development. In recent years, Stacy has expanded her practice to include couples therapy, applying her keen insights into interpersonal dynamics to help partners overcome challenges and strengthen their bonds.

Throughout her career, Stacy has honed her skills in various professional settings, including community organizations, schools, hospitals, and private practice. This diverse background has equipped her with a versatile toolkit of therapeutic techniques, including Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, Solution Focused approaches, Psychotherapy, and Play Therapy. Stacy's therapeutic style is characterized by a supportive approach that emphasizes individual and family strengths, building resilience and fostering positive change.

Stacy received her Master's Degree from Illinois State University, with a concentration in School Social Work. This specialized training has given her unique insights into the educational challenges faced by children and adolescents, allowing her to bridge the gap between academic and emotional well-being. Her professional journey has been marked by a continuous commitment to learning and adapting her methods to best serve her clients' evolving needs.

In her personal life, Stacy finds joy in her role as a proud aunt to three children, whom she delights in spoiling. Her love for reading, music, and travel not only enriches her own life but also informs her therapeutic practice, bringing a well-rounded perspective to her work. As a dedicated Cubs fan, Stacy understands the importance of loyalty, perseverance, and community – values she brings to every therapeutic relationship she builds.