Paul Newell Seaman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) as well as a Diplomate in Clinical Social Work (DCSW) specializing in individual and couples counseling and psychotherapy for adults. With over 30 years experience as a clinician and educator and a graduate of Loyola University of Chicago's School of Social Work he is currently a private practitioner working in Orland Park and Downers Grove Illinois. Among his areas of expertise are Human Sexual Function and Dysfunction, Interpersonal Communication Issues, Depression / Anxiety Disorders, Adult ADD-ADHD, and various forms of Stress Management.
Paul is a practical, interactive, solution-focused therapist. His treatment approach is to listen closely first, and then provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns of behavior. Having been married for over 30 years he ethusiastically draws upon the inspiration and wisdom of his "Better Half" and his own life experiences to blend conventional and alternative approaches in suggesting what might be most helpful for each unique client or client couple. With sensitivity and compassion, he works with each client to help them build on their strengths to identify and achieve life goals.
Education: Loyola University of Chicago School of Social Work
Master of Social Work 1983
President of Class
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology 1972
Additional Training:
Loyola Stritch School of Medicine 1983-1997
Faculty Lecturer
Supervisor - Sexual Dysfuction Clinic
Illinois State Psychiatric Institute 1977-1983
Mental Health Specialist
Licenses and Certificates:
Diplomate in Clinical Social Work (DCSW)
Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW)
Qualified Clinical Social Worker (QCSW)
Professional Activities and Memberships:
National Association of Social Workers (NASW)