Industry: Behavioral and Mental Health

Aaron Melnek, Psy.D.

Brown & Schwartz Psychology, PLLC

Aaron Melnek is a white man with combed back dark brown hair and facial hair, wearing a dark, collared shirt.

Aaron Melnek - He/him

Brown & Schwartz Psychology, PLLC

Psychotherapist

Psy.D.

Licensed in: Illinois

License: Clinical Psychologist, 071.011025

Payment Accepted

  • In-network Insurance
  • Self Pay

About Aaron

Humans are social creatures, which leads us to be affected by relationships in profound ways. However, relationships are highly complex, and can, at times, be difficult to decipher, form, and maintain. My work with clients has been centered around the development of stronger and healthier relationships, and that work begins with creating and managing powerful bonds between therapist and client. I believe every relationship exists on its own terms and with its own nuances, and I strive to help others see the connections in their lives for what they are, instead of what they wish they were.
My clinical work thus far has involved providing services within private practices, college counseling centers, and community mental health. I have experience working with adults, and honor all the unique facets of identity that my clients bring. My areas of interest include identity development, relationships, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Therapy must be a space in which there is a dynamic and ongoing conversation about the nature of the work being done and the people doing it. If you find yourself resonating with any or all the content above, I hope you’ll reach out and via phone or email to schedule an appointment with me. I look forward to meeting you and helping you begin your journey.

  • Patient approach: Informed Consent, Racial Equity, Sex Positive, Trauma Informed Care, Harm Reduction, Health At Every Size (HAES)
  • Language: English
  • Availability: In Person, Virtual
  • Age range served: Adults, Older Adults (60 +), Young Adults (18 to 24)

Populations

  • BIPOC
  • Immigrants
  • Individuals
  • Kinky
  • LGBTQ+
  • Neurodiverse
  • Polyamorous
  • Relationships / Partnerships
  • Sex Workers
  • Transgender
  • Trauma Survivor

Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Therapy
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Identity Issues
  • LGBTQ+

Approaches

  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Psychodynamic
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