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Marlene Rivera Rodriguez PsyD

(She/her)

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Boricua psychologist, dog lover, and believer that people thrive when we care for each other and the planet!

Clinical Psychologist in Wheaton, IL

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About My Clients

Whether you're navigating an immigration process, looking for answers about ADHD or learning challenges, or seeking support through life's transitions, I provide a welcoming space where your experiences and cultural identity are honored. I offer bilingual (English/Spanish) psychological evaluations, assessments, and psychotherapy for children and adults, with a special commitment to immigrant and historically marginalized communities.

My Background and Approach

As a bilingual clinical psychologist, my work is deeply influenced by my Puerto Rican heritage, which taught me the importance of community, resilience, and caring for one another. I believe that people can grow, heal, and change positively when they receive understanding, support, and opportunity. Liberation psychology and cultural humility guide my work. I recognize that mental health is shaped not only by individual experiences but also by cultural, social, and systemic realities. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and strengths-based. Whether I am conducting psychological evaluations or providing psychotherapy, I strive to create a space where clients feel genuinely seen, respected, and empowered. I work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, particularly immigrants, first-generation individuals, and historically marginalized communities, helping them navigate challenges, build on their strengths, and move toward meaning-making.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that every person deserves dignity, belonging, and the opportunity to thrive. I am guided by the conviction that human beings possess an innate capacity for growth, resilience, creativity, and meaningful change. My work reflects a deep commitment to human rights, social justice, and the well-being of individuals, families, communities, and our shared planet. Through a liberation psychology lens, I recognize that personal struggles are often connected to broader social, cultural, and systemic realities. I value authenticity, cultural humility, and the power of human connection, believing that healing happens when people feel seen, respected, and empowered. I strive to create spaces where curiosity, self-discovery, and creativity can flourish, helping individuals reconnect with their strengths, cultivate purpose, and build lives that reflect their values while contributing to the collective good.

Client Focus

Age
Teens (14–18), Adults
Participants
Individuals
Languages
English, Español

Qualifications

License
PsyD, State of Illinois · #071.011201
Education
PsyD-clinical psychology
Supervision
Provides supervision to apprentice therapists · currently accepting supervisees
Years in practice
4 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • United Healthcare Optum

I offer online counseling in the following states:

I have experience with the following

  • Agnosticism
  • Atheism
  • Christianity
  • Islam
  • Judaism

Hours & Availability

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday 8:30 AM – 7:00 AM
Friday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
SundayClosed
New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

2100 Manchester Rd
Ste 301
Wheaton, IL 60187
6018710170

Access & Transport

  • Parking available
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance (ADA compliant)
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Nearby Areas

Cities and Zips
Wheaton
Illinois
60189
Carol Stream
Illinois
60188
Warrenville
Illinois
60563
West Chicago
Illinois
60185
Glendale Heights
Illinois
60139
Lisle
Illinois
60532
Lombard
Illinois
60148
Downers Grove
Illinois
60516
Wood Dale
Illinois
60191
Willowbrook
Illinois
60527
Bolingbrook
Illinois
60585
Schaumburg
Illinois
60195
Hillside
Illinois
60162
Westchester
Illinois
60154
Hoffman Estates
Illinois
60195
Franklin Park
Illinois
60160
Burr Ridge
Illinois
60527
Melrose Park
Illinois
60163
Broadview
Illinois
60155
Countryside
Illinois
60525
Elgin
Illinois
60177
Rolling Meadows
Illinois
60067
Lemont
Illinois
60439
Hodgkins
Illinois
60525
North Riverside
Illinois
60546
Romeoville
Illinois
60544
Plainfield
Illinois
60586
Palatine
Illinois
60074
Palos Park
Illinois
60464
Bridgeview
Illinois
60501
Lockport
Illinois
60491
Cicero
Illinois
60804
Barrington
Illinois
60010
Carpentersville
Illinois
60118
Prospect Heights
Illinois
60090
Kaneville
Illinois
60144
Palos Hills
Illinois
60465

At A Glance

  • Experience: 4 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Español
  • Sliding scale: Available on request

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2100 Manchester Rd
Ste 301
Wheaton, IL 60187

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