Find information about our seven main counselors below.

Doreen Zaborac, M.A., L.C.P.C., NCC  Director
      Doreen is a licensed clinical professional counselor who has been in a private practice for 15 years. Her Master of Arts in community counseling graduate degree is from Governor's State University. Doreen graduated with high honors from this nationally acclaimed counselor education program in 1994, and has continued to serve as a site-supervisor for counseling interns for the University since that time. She is a member of the National Board of Certified Counselors and the American Counseling Association.
Doreen has extensive experience working with adults, couples, families, teenagers, children and seniors. She has worked with various populations dealing with issues concerning depression, anxiety disorders, life transitions, parenting, eating disorders, grief and loss, spirituality, divorce recovery, relationship counseling, anger-management, co-dependency, and stress management.
      Doreen's eclectic theoretical approach comes from the belief that each individual enters therapy with a unique set of beliefs and life experiences, and that effective counseling must embrace each person's specific needs. She believes in providing clients with a safe, nurturing environment that will promote healing and personal growth and will encourage positive life change.
      Doreen is also featured in the Southtown Star.  She writes a bi-weekly column
“Ask The Counselor." www.southtownstar.com

Catherine McKay, M.A., L.C.P.C. Therapist
      Cathy graduated cum laude from Loyola University of Chicago and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Psychology. She was academically honored by inclusion on Loyola University of Chicago’s College Dean’s List and is a lifetime member of Alpha Sigma Nu (a worldwide Jesuit educational honor society dedicated to scholarship, loyalty, and service). She completed her undergraduate internship serving victims of spinal cord injuries at Hines Veterans Administration Hospital in Maywood, IL. Her Master of Arts in Community Counseling graduate degree was conferred by Governor’s State University, University Park, IL.
      Cathy has experience working with clients referred by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) in home and clinical settings. She uses an eclectic therapeutic approach designed to maximize the effectiveness of the counseling experience when working with individuals, families, couples, and children on problems such as depression, anxiety, and stress management. Cathy also specializes in vocational counseling including job skills evaluation, resume development, interview coaching, and career selection. Group therapy and support groups for a variety of topics such as women’s issues, single parenting, and unemployment are also available upon request.

Ross Alexander, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. Therapist
      Ross is a licensed clinical social worker. He received his Bachelors degree in psychology from the University of Iowa. At Iowa, he began his studies of psychological disorders and the effect of a person's environment on his/her life at various stages of development. Ross received his Masters degree from Loyola University of Chicago School of Social Work. Focusing on mental health, Ross completed two internships where he was able to facilitate group therapy sessions, conduct psychosocial assessments, and provide individual therapy for adults and children. In his professional career, Ross has developed behavioral health service programs for adults. He is knowledgeable and experienced in various forms of treatment interventions and is able to apply them to adults, adolescents, and families with a variety of disorders and interpersonal problems. Ross resides in the south suburbs with his wife, three children and dog.

Lindsey Folk, L.P.C. Therapist
      Lindsey is a licensed professional counselor, specializing in children and adolescents. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Illinois State University. Lindsey conducted psychological research at ISU, including children’s perceptions of peers diagnosed with ADHD. She earned her Master’s degree in Counseling from Lewis University, specializing in children and adolescent counseling. While attending Lewis, Lindsey completed both a practicum and internship at a local non-for profit agency.
      Lindsey is highly trained and experienced in working with children, adolescents, families, and adults, both in individual and group settings. She uses the most up-to-date and effective behavioral therapy when treating childhood disorders and life problems. Lindsey uses play therapy in addition to behavioral therapy with children, in order to create a positive atmosphere for her young clients. Lindsey works closely with parents to effectively treat symptoms and create an atmosphere within child’s home that is conducive to the child’s progression. When working with adults, Lindsey’s eclectic therapy approach is tailored to each client’s specific life problems and symptoms. She’s experienced in treating anxiety, depression, job difficulties, interpersonal issues, anger management, stress management, and life transitions.
      Lindsey is passionate about helping her clients and enjoys helping those through difficult life transitions. She takes pleasure in running an Expressive Arts group for children at the practice. Children use art and creativity to promote social skills, enhance personal growth, and express their own unique qualities and characteristics. Lindsey resides in the south suburbs with her husband, daughter, and two cats.

Dr. Pamela Castellanos, Ed.D., LCPC, NCC

      Pamela is a licensed clinical professional counselor. She earned her Masters degree from Governors State University, where she received the honor of outstanding student of the year, and her doctoral degree in Counseling from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. She has over ten years experience teaching graduate counseling students and supervising counseling interns in a variety of mental health and school settings. Pamela is a member of the National Board for Certified Counselors, American Counseling Association, and the Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association.
      Pamela is person-centered and integrative in her counseling approach, and enjoys working with a variety of adolescent and adult clients who may be facing various problems and challenges with living effectively in personal, relational, career and academic domains. She values understanding and working with individuals in an environmental and lifespan development context, and assisting them with making positive changes in their lives.
      Pamela has published and presented at national and state conferences on the topic of learning disabilities and career development, and has worked as an educational therapist with adolescents with learning disabilities. Her doctoral dissertation explored the experiences of single professional women and their attitudes about singleness and marriage, and women’s issues and concerns continue to be special counseling and research interests.

Dr. Lonn Wolf, Ph.D.
      Lonn is a licensed clinical psychologist and certified school psychologist who has been in practice for over 30 years. His doctorate is from Yale University. He has been a professor in the Governors State University CACREP approved Graduate Counseling Program since its inception and has trained and supervised hundreds of counselors currently practicing throughout the region. In addition, he held the Chair of the Division of Psychology and Counseling at the University.
      Lonn has had extensive experience working with a wide range of clients, including adult, child/adolescent, couples and family treatment. He is also available for clinical supervision or consultation with other mental health professionals or agencies. His availability is limited.

Barbara Smurzynski, M.A. Therapist
      Barb has a Master of Arts Degree in Community Counseling from Governor’s State University, University Park, IL. She is a member of the counseling academic and professional honor society Chi Sigma Iota, the Illinois Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, and the Illinois Association for Spiritual, Ethical and Religious Values in Counseling.
      Barb has worked with adults, teenagers, children, couples, and families. She has individual, couple, family, group, and vocational counseling experience. She has run workshops and support groups dealing with building a healthy relationship with your partner, blended families, divorce recovery, and transitioning into college. Barb has worked in youth ministry at her Church for over 9 years and counting.
      Barb has a passion for helping people learn how to grow and overcome life events. She believes that relationships and making good choices are key to having a healthy life. She is avid about providing a safe and comfortable counseling environment in order for her clients to grow and heal through the counseling process.