Jennifer Young-Afeni, LCPC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Specializing in Children and Adolescents
Qualifications
Jennifer is a National Certified Counselor (NCC), certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors, and a Licensed Professional Counselor, licensed by the State of Illinois. She has a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Clinical Counseling from Argosy University, Master of Arts (MA), Psychology from National Louis University, and a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology from Chicago State University.
Experience
Her experience spans over 20 years as a Child Welfare Supervisor and Director of Foster Care. In those roles, she managed therapeutic intervention services and case management invloving children, adolescents, and adults using individual and family treatment plans. She favors short-term plans that support long-term strategic enhanced goals, setting expectations for the use of quality and performance improvement goals to follow policy, procedure, and best practice. She also prefers service delivery processes that have been shown to contribute to good outcomes.
Her Approach
She is passionate about providing case management and psychotherapy to assist clients with their social change and behavioral health care. Her success can be mostly attributed to having the ability to normalize the people she serves in behaviors and situations to utilize evidence-based treatment approaches to assist clients in improving their health, social conditions, and wellness. Ms. Young-Afeni is insured and bonded.
Areas of Focus
- • Childhood and adolescent development
- • Anxiety, depression, and mood challenges
- • School and peer-related concerns
- • Family dynamics and communication
- • Behavioral and emotional regulation
- • Life transitions and self-esteem building
A Philosophy of Reflection and Growth
Jennifer believes therapy is more than a process, and that it’s a journey of reflection that leads to meaningful change. Her sessions emphasize self-understanding, healthy coping, and personal empowerment. Through patience, compassion, and authenticity, she helps clients and families build lasting emotional wellness.
“Healing begins with being heard.”
Start the Conversation
If your child or teen could benefit from a supportive therapeutic relationship, Jennifer Young-Afeni is here to help.
Schedule an appointment today to begin your family’s path toward balance, confidence, and emotional growth.