Aleksandra Papiez Zubek

MA LCPC
Accepting Clients

Hello and welcome to your wellness journey.

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Hinsdale, IL

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

My clients are usually navigating major life transitions, whether it's an academic shift, a career change, or a period of deep personal instability. They often feel overwhelmed by uncertainty and plagued by anxiety or depression, largely driven by a need to regain control in a world that feels unpredictable. This desire for control can sometimes manifest in compulsive behaviors or self-destructive patterns as they try to cope with the chaos.

My Background and Approach

My integrative methodology draws from research-based techniques and years of experience, allowing me to adapt to your specific challenges. Whether you're navigating personal life changes, managing anxiety, or seeking clarity, I provide a thoughtful, personalized strategy to help you regain a sense of purpose, control, and to thrive. Life can be unpredictable, and it's completely natural to feel a range of emotions as you navigate the ups and downs. Whether you're feeling anxious, sad, fearful, or even excited, these emotions are a part of being human. But when they start to feel overwhelming or confusing, it's okay to pause and ask for support. You don't have to go through this alone.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

As a PhD student, multicultural practitioner, and lifelong learner, I bring a deep commitment to growth, cultural humility, and clinical excellence. I believe in the highest quality of evidence-based care that is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each individual’s unique story. My work is grounded in research, lived experience, and an understanding of the diverse identities we each hold. Whether you're navigating anxiety, career exploration, trauma, or life transitions, I’m here to support you with curiosity, respect, and a genuine desire to help you thrive.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Integrative Therapy
  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Lifespan Integration
  • Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
  • Relationship Counseling

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Other Issues
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Bipolar
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • Men's Issues
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Teen Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Aetna PPO
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Christianity

At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Polski
  • Rate: $165 - 200/session

Info

Email Aleksandra
119 E Ogden Ave Ste 200A
Hinsdale, IL 60521

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