The Genesis Therapy Center

The Genesis Therapy Center Mission
The Genesis Therapy Center is an established, not-for-profit counseling center providing collaborative, diverse and professional services.

Since our founding in 1987, The Genesis Therapy Center has provided high quality assessment, counseling and consultation services to individuals, couples, families and organizations. We continue to grow our practice with the same compassion, dedication and inclusion we have with our clients, donors and our community. The Genesis Therapy Center is a 501c3 not-for-profit corporation. Tax-deductible donations are encouraged through our Community Care Program, which provides services (on a sliding fee scale) to those in the communities we serve who have limited income and limited ability to pay. For more information about programs or to set up an appointment, call our Administrative Office.

World Kindness Day 2025 is a global observance dedicated to promoting and celebrating acts of kindness. It encourages pe...
11/13/2025

World Kindness Day 2025 is a global observance dedicated to promoting and celebrating acts of kindness. It encourages people to perform intentional acts of kindness and foster a culture of compassion and generosity.

Join the staff of The Genesis Therapy Center and commit this day to be a reminder of the positive impact that kindness can have on individuals, communities, and the world at large. Let's make the world a better place one act of kindness at a time. Your small gestures can have a big impact. For more information about our services in the Chicagoland area, visit GenesisTherapy.org or call 708-535-7320.

11/12/2025

is a week when transgender people and their allies take action to bring attention to the trans community by educating the public about who transgender people are, sharing stories and experiences, and advancing advocacy around issues of prejudice, discrimination, and violence that affect the transgender community.

The Genesis Therapy Center is an established, not-for-profit counseling center providing collaborative, diverse, and professional services to all who need support. We operate our practice with the same compassion, dedication, and inclusion we have with our clients, donors, and community. For more information, visit www.GenesisTherapy.org or call 708-535-7320.

The Genesis Therapy Center honors the people serving and who have served in the armed forces for their love of the Unite...
11/11/2025

The Genesis Therapy Center honors the people serving and who have served in the armed forces for their love of the United States, their loyalty to the American people, and their willingness to fight and die for the public good. Thank you for your commitment.

We are an established, not-for-profit counseling center that provides collaborative, diverse, and professional services to all who need support. We operate our practice with the same compassion, dedication, and inclusion we have with our clients, donors, and community. For more information, visit www.GenesisTherapy.org or call 708-535-7320.

11/11/2025

Co-hosts Hanifa and Mike discuss topics of interest with Joleen Hartland, M.S., LCPC, CADC, from The Genesis Therapy Center. Joleen’s clients find her empowering and supportive. She strongly believes in the power of the human spirit and enjoys working with people to make the most of their strengths. These strengths can be anchors for people to lean on during tough and challenging life moments.

The Genesis Therapy Center is an established, not-for-profit counseling center that provides collaborative, diverse, and professional services to individuals in our communities, including those with limited income and those who are unable to pay. If you are seeking to begin your therapeutic journey, we offer services at five locations throughout the Chicagoland area. For more information, visit www.GenesisTherapy.org or call 708-535-7320.

11/10/2025

Across our country, millions of family members, neighbors, and friends provide care and support for their loved ones during times of need. During National Family Caregivers Month, The Genesis Therapy Group pays tribute to the heroic work of individuals in our communities who ensure the health and well-being of their relatives and loved ones.

We thank you for your devoted acts of kindness and recognize that it’s not always easy. If you need support, please reach out to us at www.GenesisTherapy.org or call 708-535-7320.

Everyone who has ever held a job has, at some point, felt the pressure of work-related stress. Any job can have stressfu...
11/07/2025

Everyone who has ever held a job has, at some point, felt the pressure of work-related stress. Any job can have stressful elements, even if you love what you do. In the short term, you may experience pressure to meet a deadline or to fulfill a challenging obligation. But when work stress becomes chronic, it can be overwhelming—and harmful to both physical and emotional health. Unfortunately, such long-term stress is all too common. In fact, a stress survey found that work is consistently cited as a significant source of stress by a majority of Americans. You can’t always avoid the tensions that occur on the job. Yet you can take steps to manage work-related stress.

If you’d like to discuss managing your stress, contact The Genesis Therapy Center. With over 35 years in the Chicagoland area, one of our professionals can certainly help. Visit www.GenesisTherapy.org or call 708-535-7320.

11/05/2025

Chronic stress, that is, failure to deal with it for a long time and remaining in a prolonged and constant feeling of stress, can lead to life-threatening problems. From hypertension, heart diseases, decreased immunity, loss of sociability, and decreased mental vitality, stress is not to be taken lightly!

, observed on the first Wednesday in November, was established to raise public awareness and help individuals recognize, manage, and reduce stress in their personal and professional lives. To experience peace does not mean that your life is always blissful. It means that you are capable of tapping into a blissful state of mind amidst the usual chaos of a hectic life. To break the chain reaction, the staff at The Genesis Therapy Center encourages everyone to join in a day-long observance to take a deep breath and embrace peace. For more information about dealing with your stress, visit www.GenesisTherapy.org or call 708-535-7320.

11/03/2025

Co-hosts Hanifa and Mike discuss topics of interest with Dr. David Barecki, PsyD., from The Genesis Therapy Center. David’s therapeutic theory of choice is cognitive behavioral therapy because it enables my clients to develop a deeper understanding and insight into their behaviors and emotional experiences. I particularly enjoy working with adolescents and adults with a wide range of issues and concerns.

The Genesis Therapy Center is an established, not-for-profit counseling center that provides collaborative, diverse, and professional services to individuals in our communities, including those with limited income and those who are unable to pay. If you are seeking to begin your therapeutic journey, we offer services at five locations throughout the Chicagoland area. For more information, visit www.GenesisTherapy.org or call 708-535-7320.

10/31/2025

Mike and Hanifa are joined by Joleen Hartland, LCPC, CADC. Joleen talks about addiction in couples. They share about its prevalence, the emotional and mental toll as well as their experiences working with this population. Tune in now! Link in bio

Are you afraid to start therapy? Sitting across from a therapist for the first time can feel unsettling. The questions s...
10/31/2025

Are you afraid to start therapy? Sitting across from a therapist for the first time can feel unsettling. The questions start running through your mind: Why do they care? What do they think of me? Am I about to unpack things I didn’t even realize I was carrying? It can be a vulnerable space, especially when that therapist is, for now, just a stranger. But here’s the truth: we do care. It’s impossible to do this job without genuine empathy, without believing in the power of healing, without holding deep respect for each person who walks through the door. Therapy isn’t about judgment or observation from a distance. It’s about meeting you where you are, whether that’s feeling guarded, skeptical, exhausted, or hopeful.

The fears you have are normal. With over 35 years of service to the community, our professionals focus on empowering you to make more informed decisions, both relational and personal. We have five locations throughout the Chicagoland area, where we provide high-quality counseling and therapy services to all members of our community—regardless of their ability to pay. For more information, visit our website at www.GenesisTherapy.org or call 708-535-7320.

We all experience grief and loss in our lives. It can be complex, and you can expect to feel a range of emotions, such a...
10/30/2025

We all experience grief and loss in our lives. It can be complex, and you can expect to feel a range of emotions, such as guilt, sadness, anger, and fear. There is no right or wrong way to grieve. You do not need to follow a specific sequence of steps to heal properly. However, having some strategies to cope with grief and loss can help.

If you need additional help, The Genesis Therapy Group has professional counselors who can assist you. For more information, visit www.GenesisTherapy.org or call 708-535-7320.

October is , and the professionals at The Genesis Therapy Center feel it’s important to spread information and awarenes...
10/29/2025

October is , and the professionals at The Genesis Therapy Center feel it’s important to spread information and awareness about depression to remove the stigma about it and its treatment. Depression is one of the most common forms and symptoms of mental illness in the U.S., with around 22% of adults suffering from the condition.

We are an established, not-for-profit counseling center providing collaborative, diverse, and professional services. Our Community Care Program provides services (on a sliding fee scale) to those who have limited income and the ability to pay. For over 35 years, we have been specializing in compassionate support and therapy to assist anyone navigating depression. For more information, call us at 708-535-7320 or visit www.GenesisTherapy.org.

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6006 159th Street # C
Oak Forest, IL
60452

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Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm

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