Janelle Maloney | Fleming Family Therapy

My goal as your therapist is to give you a safe space to get to know yourself better.

Janelle Patterson, MSMFT is now accepting clients through our online scheduler.

Janelle Patterson

MS, ALMFT

Janelle specializes in treating those with mood disorders, relationship conflict, and supporting families with special needs.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who works primarily with young adults, parents, couples, and families. My therapeutic work focuses on a variety of concerns, such as mood disorders, identity development, relationship conflict, life-stage transitions, attachment-based traumas, co-parent issues, and infidelity. I have experience with a diverse range of clients and values. I make a conscious effort to create a safe space for everyone. I love working collaboratively and compassionately with clients to achieve their goals.

I earned my Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy at Northwestern University. I received clinical hours through The Family Institute, where I worked with individuals, couples, and families of all backgrounds with varying concerns. I received specialized training in Integrated Systemic Therapy (IST), which is a framework that implements various models to fit each client’s unique needs.

Prior to graduate school, I earned my Bachelor of Science in Human Development & Family Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Having a strong interest in helping the special education community, I worked as an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapist during and after my undergraduate degree, where I supported children with autism and their families. As I wanted to expand my knowledge, I shifted to a role in the Special Education Transition Program at New Trier High School. In this role, I supported students with a wide range of disabilities, between the ages of 18-22, to prepare them for post-school life. I worked in this role for almost three years, and it led me to my decision to become a Marriage & Family Therapist. Through this experience, I have become especially passionate about relational therapy.

Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy listening to music, spending time with friends, watching loads of HGTV, and cuddling with my cat, Raisin. Exercise is my main form of self-care, and I teach a barre class a few times a week.

Janelle Patterson, MSMFT is in network with BCBS PPO, BlueChoice, and Aetna insurance plans.

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