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Richard Burlenski, MEd, LPC
Richard is a Licensed Professional Counselor at Chicago Psychology Services. His approach to therapy puts the individual at the center, highlighting the need for meaning in life and interpersonal connection.
Richard received his graduate degree from Vanderbilt University’s Human Development Counseling program where he gained experience working with a wide range of people, young and old. He has worked with depression, anxiety, trauma, and family conflict in addition to helping people with their struggles with substance abuse.
Richard has experience with rural communities, and has helped individuals navigate life hardships such as disability, lifestyle change, and grief. In addition, Richard has worked with teens struggling with addiction, and, with a private non-profit, he assisted individuals in processing traumatic experiences, understanding and managing their emotions, and resolving family and relationship conflict.
Richard sees patients online and in our offices in the Chicago Loop.
Find out more about Richard here
Amanda Donis, MA, LPC
Amanda is a licensed professional counselor at Chicago Psychology Services. She earned her master's degree in Family Counseling from Northeastern Illinois University. During her past assignments, she had the pleasure of working closely with couples and families, honing her skills and passion for creating a safe and welcoming space for her patients. She speaks both English and Spanish.
What sets Amanda apart is her personalized approach to therapy. She understands that each patient is unique, and she tailors her methods to meet their individual needs. Drawing from a range of therapeutic approaches including client-centered therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), family therapy, and couples therapy, Amanda ensures that her patients receive the best possible care.
With experience in community mental health therapy, Amanda has provided crisis intervention, assessments, and short-term therapy. She has worked extensively with children and teens, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, school stress, and interpersonal struggles.
At Chicago Psychology Services, Amanda focuses on working with children, teens, families, and couples. She also offers perinatal services to support women and men experiencing difficulties during and after pregnancy. Amanda is known for her empathy, acceptance, and respect towards her patients, always striving to ensure their needs are met and their voices are heard.
Amanda sees patients online and in our offices in the Chicago Loop.
Nicole Pinheiro-Mehta, MS
Nicole Pinheiro-Mehta is a therapist at Chicago Psychology Services. She focuses on rehabilitation counseling, self-esteem building, anxiety, depression, coping with disability, and relationship skills-building. She provides services to families, couples, and individuals of all ages.
Nicole values empathy, authenticity, and collaboration, providing individualized treatment to all clients. She received her Bachelor’s degree from New York University and her Master’s degree in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from the Illinois Institute of Technology. Nicole uses an integrative therapeutic approach ranging from psychodynamic to Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Nicole has extensive experience with providing Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling through group and individual therapy. She worked with clients with mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, autism spectrum, and personality disorders. Nicole also provided therapy for youth in community mental health centers, including those involved in the criminal justice system. She has helped individuals facing disability, trauma, anger, grief, and depression.
Additionally, Nicole strives to incorporate multi-cultural perspectives in her therapeutic approach. She has gained experience working in a psychiatric hospital in Brazil navigating crisis situations, where she helped patients resolve relationship conflicts and manage their emotions. She provides services in both English and Portuguese.
Shayne Schumacher, MA, LCPC
Shayne is a Licensed Professional Counselor at Chicago Psychology Services.
Shayne received her master’s in counseling psychology and addictions from Adler University. She has several years of group practice experience. She specializes in addictions, eating disorders, and trauma. Shayne individualizes her treatment approach to the specific needs of her patients and often incorporates psychodynamic, person-centered, and existential theories.
Prior to working in group practices, she has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including psychiatric wards, in-patient drug and alcohol treatment centers, and shelters. She works with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, substance use, personality disorders, among others.
Shayne’s approach to therapy is to meet each person where they are at in the course of their life. She is dedicated to helping individuals align with their values and does so with non-judgmental and empathic qualities.
Driven by her passion for psychotherapy and addiction counseling, she strives to ensure that each client receives the individual attention they need to find healthier ways of living. Shayne is dedicated to helping her patients find the hope and strength they need to overcome their challenges.
Shayne sees patients online and in our offices in the Chicago Loop.
Find out more about Shayne here
Dr. Martha Kowalczyk, PhD
Dr. Kowalczyk is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist at Chicago Psychology Services.
She received her doctorate in school psychology from Fordham University. She has
several years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families in the
school setting.
Dr. Kowalczyk specializes in supporting families, children, and adolescents in
navigating child and adolescent mental health issues, including depression,
mood/anxiety disorders, Autism, learning differences and attention deficit, divorce,
motivation and self-esteem, loss/bereavement, social difficulties, and trauma. She
individualizes her treatment approach to the specific needs of her patients and often
incorporates psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness techniques.
Dr. Kowalczyk's approach to therapy is to create a safe and welcoming therapeutic
environment, while helping you process earlier life experiences and implement healthier
coping skills. She focuses on a collaborative process in providing you with prevention
and interventions towards your current stressors.
Find out more about Dr. Kowalczyk here
Dr. Scott Hoye, PsyD
Dr. Hoye is a licensed clinical psychologist in Chicago, Illinois (River North & Chicago Loop) , and the founder and clinical director of Chicago Psychology Services. He provides comprehensive psychological services, including assessment, psychotherapy, biofeedback, and hypnosis.
Dr. Hoye works with a wide range of issues, including trauma and dissociative disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, and rehabilitation concerns, and chronic pain. He meets each person with dignity, to focus on their needs so they feel heard, and develop a sense of hope.
Dr. Hoye received his masters in counseling psychology and doctorate in clinical psychology from Adler University. He has worked in a variety of settings before opening Chicago Psychology Services. These included psychiatric wards, in-patient drug and alcohol treatment centers, and a rehabilitation hospital. He has been trained in therapeutic techniques since the early 2000s, and has worked extensively with clinical hypnosis.
Outside of the practice, Dr. Hoye is the host of The Psychology Talk Podcast.
Dr. Hoye sees patients online and in our offices in the Chicago Loop.
You can find out more about Dr. Hoye here
Sara Spevack, MA, LCPC
Sara is an Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at Chicago Psychology Services. Sara holds a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from the Chicago School for Professional Psychology. With a background in Psychology from the University of Puget Sound, Sara dedicated her time to advocating for sexual assault survivors on college campuses. She is trained in TF-CBT and played a key role in developing and organizing trauma education presentations for school-aged children in high-risk areas.
In her therapeutic practice, Sara takes an integrative approach, blending person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and interpersonal modalities to tailor treatment to each client's unique needs. By adopting a systemic perspective, she examines the interconnectedness of different aspects of clients' lives and environments.
Sara has extensive experience providing individual, group, and family counseling to adolescents and young adults dealing with various concerns. Her specialization lies in supporting those who have faced depression, grief/loss, ADHD, addiction, and traumatic experiences. Sara recognizes the prevalence of trauma and the profound impact it can have on memories and emotions.
Sara's therapeutic style centers around cultivating a strong and empathetic therapeutic relationship. Her direct approach aims to empower and motivate clients, fostering authenticity and enabling individuals to appreciate their strengths. With Sara as their therapist, clients can expect an engaging and vibrant experience, where confidence and self-esteem are nurtured through the exploration of personal authenticity.
Amy Weider, MA, LPC
Amy is a licensed professional counselor at Chicago Psychology Services. She graduated from Roosevelt University, earning a master's degree in Clinical Psychology Counseling Practice.
Amy is committed to creating a therapeutic space where collaboration is key, and your experiences and wisdom are respected. She combines different approaches to care, such as client-centered therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Amy's primary goal is to support you in living authentically. Her expertise is working with individuals seeking to process significant life changes such as chronic illness, cancer, caregiving, and bereavement.
Amy has gained extensive experience working in nonprofit organizations, where she has supported individuals ranging from 8 to 80 years old. Amy has provided mental health services catering to various needs such as anxiety, specifically health-related anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, medial-related trauma, grief, and neurocognitive disorders. She has also provided affirming sexuality and gender education.