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Dr. Jacquelyn Augustine

Dr. Jacquelyn Augustine, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, received her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. Her clinical training includes experience treating children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide range of struggles including depression, anger, generalized anxiety, PTSD, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, phobias, academic difficulties, bullying, school refusal, anger, interpersonal and relationship issues, acting-out behaviors, self-injury, low self-esteem, disordered eating, separation anxiety, sleep troubles, and autism spectrum behaviors. Her training took place in a variety of settings, including an alternative therapeutic day school for those with autism spectrum disorders as well as other disabilities, an outpatient therapy practice, inpatient psychiatric programs, a partial hospitalization program and community mental health.

 

​Dr. Augustine provides clinical assessment of children, adolescents, and adults to investigate a wide variety of questions including ADHD/ADD, determining or ruling out learning disabilities, identifying a diagnosis, and diagnosing and developing a tailored and comprehensive treatment plan.

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Dr. Augustine uses an integrative approach that uses empirically-supported methods of treatment, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, exposure therapy, exposure response prevention, interpersonal therapy and family systems. Additionally, she works collaboratively with schools, dieticians, primary care physicians and other necessary treatment providers to create the most support for her clients and comprehensive treatment. Dr. Augustine has a strong background in cultural and diversity issues. She is a member of the American Psychological Association. She comes from a family of first responders and feels strongly about supporting this community.

Jacquelyn E. Augustine, PsyD. & Associates
Jacquelyn E. Augustine, PsyD. & Associates

Dr. Danny McGuire Jr

​​Director of First Responder Wellness 

Dr. Danny McGuire Jr. brings over 35 years of public service experience, including 20 years of distinguished law enforcement service with a proven record of excellence in leadership and crisis intervention. He served in critical roles, such as Chief Hostage/Crisis Negotiator for the Chicago Police Department's SWAT team and held other dynamic leadership positions throughout his career. 

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In addition, he has accumulated over 4,000 combined hours of experience as a mental health therapist intern and coaching professional, specializing in supporting public service professionals, individuals navigating complex challenges, and families with special needs.

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Currently, Dr. McGuire serves as the Executive Director of the Public Service Institute at Calumet College of St. Joseph, where he is a dedicated educator and advocate, he holds advanced degrees in Ethical Leadership, Counseling Psychology, Public Administration, and Foods and Nutrition. 

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As a former board member of the Autism Society of Illinois and the father of an adult son with autism, he continues to advocate for individuals and families affected by autism and other special needs. Dr. McGuire’s career reflects a lifelong commitment to service, leadership, and education.

Dr. Inna Mirsky

Dr. Inna Mirsky is a licensed clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience providing diagnostic testing, therapy, and crisis intervention and management across a variety of settings. Dr. Mirsky earned her Bachelor of Science degree in psychology and criminal justice at Western Michigan University. She went on to earn a Master of Arts and Doctorate of Psychology from Illinois School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University in addition to a certificate in forensic psychology.

 

Dr. Mirsky has a specialized background in criminal and forensic psychology and is passionate about treating first responders, as well as their families. She is an active member of the Society for Police and Criminal Psychology and American Psychological Association Division 18 specializing in Police and Public Safety. Dr. Mirsky is also trained in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing through the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation. She is an active member of the Northern Illinois Critical Incident Stress Management team, which provides comprehensive crisis response interventions to emergency services personnel. Furthermore, Dr. Mirsky provides pre-employment testing to first responder agencies, as well as annual wellness meetings with police officers.

 

Throughout her career, Dr. Mirsky has worked in both outpatient and inpatient settings in addition to correctional centers for adults and juveniles. Her approach to treatment is utilizing a cognitive behavioral approach integrated with other modalities to best meet the needs of the given client. She currently treats adults and has experience treating a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, anger management, self-injury, relational conflict, domestic violence, addiction trauma and substance abuse, suicidal impulses, stress management, problems with self-esteem, and issues related to mental and emotional health.  Dr. Mirsky’s diagnostic background includes violence risk assessment, diagnostic clarification and placement determination. She has worked collaboratively with probation officers and attorneys for clients being prosecuted in Kane County fitness to stand trial, evaluation of mental state at the time of the offense, as well as the Miranda rights and waiver assessment.

 

In addition to providing treatment at Jacquelyn Augustine, PsyD & Associates she currently provides treatment services at Stateville Correctional Center. She also has experience in providing mental health specialized trainings to correctional, non-correctional and administrative staff, as well as presenting on a wide array of mental health topics.

Natasha Charleston, LCPC

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Natasha Sara Charleston is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the State of Illinois.  She is a Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and EMDR Trauma Therapist.  Natasha specializes in critical incident stress debriefing and working with First Responders. She also works with folks who have experienced Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), and those with substance use concerns.  Natasha obtained her B.A. Degree in Psychology from the State University of New York, College at Fredonia.  She went on to obtain her M.S. Degree in Counseling from the University at Albany. She volunteers with the Northern Illinois Critical Incident Stress Team and proudly supports those who help others. 

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Contact Us

Jacquelyn E. Augustine, PsyD. & Associates

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1938 E. Lincoln Highway,

Suite 207

New Lenox, Illinois 60451

708-512-7709

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