Meet Our Skokie Team: Therapy, Psychological Testing, and Medication Management for the North Shore
Finding mental health support can involve more questions than you expected. Who works with the concerns you are facing? Where can you find someone your teen will actually talk to? Do you need therapy, psychological testing, or a conversation about medication?
At Serenity Counseling and Wellness in Skokie, our team can help you explore those questions. We offer therapy, psychological testing, and psychiatric medication management at 4711 Golf Road, Suite 807, Skokie, IL 60076.
Our Skokie office welcomes individuals and families from across the North Shore and nearby northern suburbs, including Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glenview, Northbrook, Morton Grove, and Niles. Whether you are seeking care for yourself or your child, we want the process to begin with someone listening to what you need.
Finding a Therapist Who Feels Like a Good Fit
You might be looking for help with something specific, such as anxiety, trauma, depression, or grief. You might be navigating a relationship change, watching your teen struggle, or feeling exhausted by responsibilities that never seem to let up.
You do not need to know exactly what is wrong before reaching out. Our therapists bring different experiences and approaches, giving you options and helping you find someone you feel comfortable with.
Kristen Christensen, LCSW
Supporting Children, Adults, and Families Through Trauma and Change
Kristen is Serenity’s founder and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, and significant life changes. She is especially passionate about supporting first responders, military service members, and their families.
Her background includes working alongside law enforcement to support children and families following violence and other traumatic events. That experience continues to shape her understanding of how trauma affects individuals, relationships, and family life.
Kristen is nationally certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and has completed EMDRIA-approved EMDR training. She is currently pursuing full EMDR certification. Her style is warm, direct, and collaborative, helping clients process difficult experiences, build practical skills, and move forward at a pace that respects their needs.
Kristen’s style is warm, honest, and collaborative. Growing up on the North Shore makes providing accessible, affirming care in this community especially meaningful to her.
Skyler Kociuba, LCPC
Anxiety, Emotional Overwhelm, and Relationships
Skyler works with children, teens, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship or family stress.
She helps clients explore patterns, understand their emotions, and build practical coping skills. Her approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and parts work. When helpful, she incorporates movement and creative activities to give clients different ways to express themselves.
Andrew Moses, LCSW
Youth, Teens, Adults, and Men’s Mental Health
Andrew enjoys working with people across the lifespan. He has particular interests in supporting younger adolescents and teens, older adults, and men navigating emotional and relationship concerns.
For young people, sessions may focus on friendships, school pressure, confidence, identity, or family relationships. With adults, Andrew helps make room for conversations about anxiety, depression, communication, changing responsibilities, and loss.
His approach is person-centered and down-to-earth. He takes time to get to know clients, meet them where they are, and offer support without judgment. There is room for honest conversation and humor while working toward practical changes.
Brittny Fisher, LPC
Trauma, ADHD, and Identity Exploration
Brittny supports teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and life transitions. She has a particular interest in working with neurodivergent individuals and LGBTQ+ clients.
Her work considers how relationships, culture, identity, and past experiences influence the present. She combines exploration with practical support to help clients manage emotions, communicate needs, and develop greater self-compassion.
Kimberly Campo, LPC
OCD, DBT, and Support for Teens and Adults
Kimberly works with teens and adults across the lifespan navigating OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Her specialties include Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD.
Through her work on the adolescent inpatient unit at Rogers Behavioral Health and in partial hospitalization settings, Kimberly gained extensive experience helping people manage significant emotional distress. She uses DBT to build skills in mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication. For clients experiencing OCD, she uses ERP to help them practice facing fears and uncertainty while resisting compulsions.
Her style is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental, combining space to feel understood with practical tools for everyday life.
Steven Lin, LPC
Grief, Relationships, and Life Changes
Steven supports adolescents and adults experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and uncertainty about their next chapter. He is particularly passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ youth.
His background in teaching and community mental health shapes his understanding of the challenges people face at different life stages. He draws from narrative therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, relational therapy, and grief counseling, tailoring his approach to each person’s needs.
Psychological Testing in Skokie for Children and Adults
Sometimes families need a clearer understanding of why something has been difficult. You may be wondering about ADHD or autism, trying to understand your child’s struggles at school, or seeking answers about your own patterns and experiences. Psychological testing can help clarify these questions and guide recommendations for support.
Our Skokie testing providers include Dr. Danielle Boggeman and Dr. Aysha Azimuddin. Our intake team can help determine which provider and evaluation may fit your needs.
Dr. Danielle Boggeman
Thoughtful Evaluations and Practical Answers for Families
Dr. Danielle Boggeman is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides psychological testing only at Serenity’s Skokie office.
Her evaluations address ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, intellectual disability, and other developmental, emotional, and behavioral concerns. She evaluates children beginning at age six who have completed kindergarten.
At Friend Family Health Center in Chicago, Danielle developed a psychological assessment program for children and adolescents. That work deepened her passion for helping families find thoughtful, research-based answers.
She considers each child’s strengths, experiences, and environment, translating assessment findings into recommendations families can use at home, at school, and in treatment.
Dr. Aysha Azimuddin
Psychological Testing for Children and Adults
Dr. Aysha Azimuddin is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist whose services at our Skokie location focus on psychological testing.
Her experience includes hospitals, residential programs, college counseling centers, and private practice. She brings that broad clinical perspective to understanding a person’s concerns and identifying useful next steps.
Psychiatric Medication Management in Skokie
Considering medication can bring questions about what might help, possible side effects, and how treatment will fit into your life. You deserve time to discuss those questions with a provider who listens.
Christine Swanson, our psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, provides psychiatric evaluation and medication management at our Skokie office.
Christine brings experience caring for children, adolescents, and adults. She works with clients to understand their symptoms, history, preferences, and treatment goals. Appointments offer an opportunity to discuss options, monitor how medication is working, and make adjustments when appropriate.
For clients receiving both therapy and medication management, our team can coordinate care with their consent.
Affirming Care for Skokie and Surrounding Communities
Whether you live in Evanston, are raising a family in Wilmette, or are looking for care near Glenview or Morton Grove, finding a provider involves more than choosing an address. You want to know that your experiences and identity will be respected.
Serenity is committed to affirming care for LGBTQIA+ individuals, BIPOC communities, neurodivergent clients, and people affected by trauma. We welcome questions about our approaches and encourage you to share what would help you feel comfortable in care.
How to Get Started
You do not have to choose a provider on your own. Our intake team can discuss what you are looking for, help identify a potential match, and answer questions about insurance, scheduling, and current availability.
Serenity Counseling and Wellness
4711 Golf Road, Suite 807
Skokie, IL 60076
Phone: 847-364-0163
Explore our team or contact us to discuss therapy, psychological testing, or medication management in Skokie.
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