Jennifer Mangan, LPC

Jennifer received her training in clinical psychology from National Louis University. Prior to her clinical training, she was a Columnist for the Chicago Tribune and New York Daily News. She also was an Associate Editor for Christian Parenting magazine.

Jennifer enjoys working within a wide range of contexts including individual therapy with adolescents, and adults, as well as couple and family therapy. Clinical interests include the treatment of depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, eating disorders, self esteem, and emotional and behavioral issues. Her areas of expertise include drug and alcohol counseling, sexual addiction counseling, family and divorce mediation, and parent coaching.

I am grateful for my life experiences, for they have led me to this rewarding work. I like what Helen Keller says: "I thank God for my handicaps, for through them, I have found myself, my work, and my God."

Jennifer received a Master’s level certification from the Parent Coaching Institute in 2003. Over the years she has worked with a variety of parenting situations, each unique to its own family system. She respects and admires parents and individuals who reach out for help because the culture we live in does not support vulnerability. She believes it is the struggles and challenges that refine us and make us better spouses, parents, and people. She is continually amazed at how the coaching and therapeutic process can transform relationships and renew the spirit. She enjoys incorporating humor into the therapy experience, allowing laughter to aid in the healing process.

Jennifer was featured on Good Morning America, Fox News, and in the New York Times as a weekly parenting expert.

Jennifer is married, has 4 children, and 4 dogs. She enjoys going to the movies, reading, fishing, dancing when no one’s watching, and laughing at her husband’s wonderful sense of humor!

Jennifer can be reached at (630) 653-2300 ext. 550