
Marilyn Medow
Experienced therapist guiding lasting change
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Experienced therapist guiding lasting change
Start with Marilyn MedowLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Marilyn Medow brings 35 years of clinical experience to her psychotherapy practice in Illinois. She works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, depression, and parenting challenges, creating an open and nonjudgmental space where feelings and thoughts can be explored.
Early in her career she specialized in domestic violence, child welfare, and crisis intervention, and she has developed extensive experience treating trauma. Over the years her skills have broadened to include a range of therapeutic approaches, and she draws on this accumulated knowledge each day in her work with clients. Her approach is tailored to each person, shaped by their unique issues and circumstances.
Marilyn earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point and completed her master’s degree at Smith College. She is licensed in Illinois as a clinical social worker (license number 149000969). She views the start of therapy as a courageous step and welcomes new clients, supporting them through each phase of healing and self-discovery.
Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for most situations.
One major benefit is flexibility - you can connect in the way that works best for you, whether that means video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability makes it simpler to fit therapy into a busy schedule.
Licensed professionals provide care through these formats, and if you decide you would prefer a different therapeutic fit, it is possible to switch therapists. Online therapy offers practical options for accessing consistent support without sacrificing the therapeutic relationship.