Exploring the mental shifts that lead to healthier self-expression, deeper connectedness, steadier boundaries, and recovery from painful relationship patterns.

Libertyville therapy and mental health care

Treating the pattern beneath the symptoms

Counseling for anxiety, depression, relationship patterns, and schema healing.

Epijennetics Counseling & Consulting offers individual, couples, and family counseling with Jennifer Rieck in Libertyville, IL. Care includes mental health counseling, anxiety treatment, depression treatment, schema-informed support for self-sacrifice patterns, and telehealth options for individual therapy across Illinois and Wisconsin.
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Services

Therapy and counseling for individuals, couples, and families.

Epijennetics Counseling & Consulting offers counseling for adolescents and adults in Libertyville, IL and serves clients throughout Illinois and Wisconsin. Care can address mental health symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD while also making room for the relationships and beliefs that shape everyday experience.

Serving Libertyville and nearby communities: epijennetics welcomes clients from Vernon Hills, Waukegan, Gurnee, Lake Forest, Mundelein, Deerfield, Highland Park, Lake Zurich, Barrington, Antioch, and surrounding Lake County communities within about 20 miles of Libertyville.

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Individual counseling

In-person or telehealth therapy for adolescents and adults in Illinois and Wisconsin, including mental health counseling, anxiety treatment, depression treatment, ADHD support, and relationship stress care.

02
Couples counseling

In-person couples counseling in Libertyville, IL for partners who want to understand recurring conflict, strengthen connection, and create clearer relational habits.

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Family counseling

In-person family counseling in Libertyville, IL that supports healthier communication, shared understanding, and steadier relationships across the household system.

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Faith-based counseling

Support for clients and families who want counseling that respectfully makes room for faith, values, meaning, and spiritual identity as part of the healing process.

Epijennetics Counseling and Consulting is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and Blue Choice Plans. Intake sessions/Evaluations are $225/60 min. and subsequent sessions are $175/60 min. Sessions paid by third party payers vary according to independent plans. Please reach out to your payer to determine your specific coverage.

“A calm place to notice patterns, name beliefs, and practice a different response.”

Therapeutic approach

Schema-focused cognitive behavior therapy.

Epijennetics Counseling’s clinical approach is Schema-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, an evidence-informed method used in therapy for mental health symptoms including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship stress. Schema-informed work can also help clients explore self-sacrifice schema, boundary difficulties, and recovery after narcissistic abuse or emotionally confusing relationship dynamics without reducing anyone to a diagnosis-by-website.

Early maladaptive schemas
Open a concise chart of the 18 schema therapy patterns and the five emotional-need domains they are commonly grouped within.

Care pathways

Choose the setting that supports the work.

Individual counseling is available in person in Libertyville or by telehealth for clients in Illinois and Wisconsin seeking mental health counseling, anxiety treatment, depression treatment, narcissistic abuse recovery support, healing from narcissism-related relationship wounds, or support with recurring relationship patterns. Couples counseling and family counseling are offered in person at the Libertyville office.

Client voices

What clients say.

Verified client, age 55–64
Review shared after session 1 with Jennifer
August 20, 2025
"Jennifer's compassion and professionalism have been instrumental in my progress and journey. Her schema based approach has enabled me to move forward and to better understand my mental health. Jennifer's knowledge and background are a treasure trove of information that have served to bring me closer to my goals. I can't say enough about her support and guidance as she has helped me develop skills to work towards a happier and more settled life. A caring therapist and hard work can really make a difference. I feel so fortunate to have found such a caring and inspiring therapist in Jennifer."
Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 89 with Jennifer
August 7, 2025
"Jenn is what I needed in a therapist. She is always on my side, but constantly challenging me to grow. I have moved from depressed to healthy thanks to Jenn's guidance and encouragement. I never could have made this transition without her help and expertise."
Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 1 with Jennifer
August 20, 2025
"Just my first visit, but she was very thorough, friendly, and listened. I'm excited to explore the schema therapy she uses in her practice."
Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 1 with Jennifer
August 20, 2025
Just my first visit, but she was very thorough, friendly, and listened. I'm excited to explore the schema therapy she uses in her practice.
Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 1 with Jennifer
October 31, 2025
"Jennifer is a great addition to my weekly chaos. She genuinely listens through all my ADHD rambles and lets me get back to the original thought without calling attention to the fact that I strayed so far. She offers great insight and realistic, solutions, while suddenly empowering you to motivate yourself to take the steps and actions you need to take in order to complete whatever goal you are working toward. I'm still a newbie with Jennifer, but she has already helped in so many ways."
Steven M
2 years ago
"Jennifer's compassion and professionalism have been instrumental in my progress and journey. Her schema based approach has enabled me to move forward and to better understand my mental health. Jennifer's knowledge and background are a treasure trove of information that have served to bring me closer to my goals. I can't say enough about her support and guidance as she has helped me develop skills to work towards a happier and more settled life. A caring therapist and hard work can really make a difference. I feel so fortunate to have found such a caring and inspiring therapist in Jennifer."
Steven B
2 years ago
"Such an amazing therapist. Jennifer has helped me sort through some very difficulty moments I've experienced over the past year .. "
Verified Client
Two years ago
"She understands my issues 100%"
Verified Client, age 55-64
October 29, 2025
"I have really appreciated the insights gained from Jennifer Martin Rieck. She is very knowledgeable and personable, and I have gained a lot from her perspective."
Verified client, age 45-54
June 4, 2025
"I found Jennifer extremely easy to talk with. She was a receptive listener and provided helpful feedback and advice."
Verified Client
Two years ago
"I feel that she provides truth in a kind, compassionate and respectful way."
Verified Client
Two years ago
"I feel that she provides truth in a kind, compassionate and respectful way."
April W
Counselor, MA, LCPC
1 year ago
"Jennifer is a kind and warm therapist who offers important therapeutic insights into how trauma impacts one's schemas and overall functioning."
Giles C
2 years ago
"I have been seeing Jennifer Rieck as my therapist, both in solo sessions, and with my wife, for several months. With her help I have made great progress identifying the root causes of some negative behaviors. That has been the saving of my marriage & put me on a path to better mental health & happiness. I wholeheartedly recommend her as a therapist."
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Location & hours

Libertyville counseling office for local therapy and mental health support.

Epijennetics Counseling & Consulting

1232 American Way Libertyville, IL 60048
Monday
2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday
2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday

Closed

Common questions

Frequently asked questions.

What types of counseling are offered?

Individual counseling (in-person or telehealth for Illinois and Wisconsin clients), couples counseling (in-person in Libertyville), and family counseling (in-person in Libertyville). Jennifer also runs a periodic Self-Sacrifice Schema group.

Does Epijennetics accept insurance?

Yes. The practice is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and Blue Choice plans in Illinois. A superbill can be provided for out-of-network clients. Individual sessions are $175; intake/evaluation sessions are $225.

Is telehealth available?

Yes. Individual counseling is available via telehealth for clients anywhere in Illinois or Wisconsin. Couples and family counseling are offered in-person at the Libertyville office only.

What is schema therapy?

Schema-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy helps clients identify early maladaptive schemas — deep-seated beliefs formed in childhood that can drive anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and self-sacrifice behaviors. Therapy begins with a schema assessment that makes the work uniquely tailored to each client.

Where is the office located?

1232 American Way, Libertyville, IL 60048. The practice serves clients from Libertyville and surrounding Lake County communities including Vernon Hills, Mundelein, Waukegan, Gurnee, Lake Forest, Deerfield, Highland Park, Lake Zurich, Barrington, and Antioch.

How do I schedule a first appointment?

Request a free 15-minute consultation using the button on this page, call (224) 277-6445, or email support@epijennetics.com. You can also use the secure SimplePractice client portal to schedule directly.

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