Sara Bartus, MA, MSW, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Grayslake, IL
Online & In-Person
About me
I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and private practice owner, who specializes in helping children, adolescents, and adults affected by anxiety disorders, depression, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), executive functioning challenges, behavioral challenges and social skills challenges.
I am the Owner of SociAbility, a private practice with locations in Northbrook, IL and Grayslake, IL. SociAbility specializes in working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, anxiety, mood disorders, etc. We are a dedicated group of Psychologists, Social Workers and Counselors, that offers diagnostic evaluations, including autism specific testing, individual, couples and family therapy, and social skills groups.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and also have a Master's degree and extensive training in Applied Behavior Analysis. In my work with clients, I focus on an individualized, personal and strengths based approach with each person, utilizing a variety of techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. I work with children, adolescents and adults affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, etc. I work with each individual to set their personal goals for therapy and meet the individuals I work with where they are at, focusing on their strengths. Please feel welcome to email me or contact one of my associated practices to set up an appointment.
License
License(s)
Education
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$180 - $200Accepted payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- United Healthcare
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Out of Network
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Optum
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders
- Career
- Depression
- Developmental & Intellectual Disorders
- Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs)
- Learning Disabilities
- Neuropsychological Issues
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Parenting & Parent-Child Relationships
- Relationships
- School Performance
- Self-Esteem
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness
Community specialties
- People with Disabilities
Images and videos
Location
SociAbility
888 East Belvidere Road
Suite 407
Grayslake, IL 60030 US
Office is ADA Accessible
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Psychological Testing
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Early Childhood (0-4)
- Kids & Tweens (5-12)
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
- Couples
- Groups
- Families
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English
Website and social media