Elizabeth “Lizzy” Mengar
- MSW, LCSW
Elizabeth “Lizzy” Mengar, LCSW, is a compassionate, collaborative, and transparent clinician using a humanistic, strengths-focused approach to help clients access and build on what’s already working. She completed her BA at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and her MSW at the University of Illinois at Chicago, specializing in Organizational & Community Practice.
Lizzy works with anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity development, LGBTQIA+, trauma, and addictions. Treatment is person-centered and tailored using Psychodynamic Therapy, CBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing, with early sessions focused on building a trusting relationship so vulnerable topics feel safe to explore.
- Psychodynamic & Relational Therapy
- CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
- ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Strengths-Based, Person-Centered Care
- MSW — University of Illinois Chicago
- BA — University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
- LCSW — Licensed Clinical Social Worker (IL)
- Anxiety & Depression
- Life Transitions & Identity
- LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care
- Trauma & Addictions
- Strengths-Based Growth
- Shiatsu (Asian Bodywork) — rhythmic pressure to unwind
- Yoga for Anxiety Relief — slow flow + grounding
- Myofascial Release Session — ease tightness & stuck stress
- Progressive Muscle Relaxation — guided full-body reset
In session one, you’ll define your goals and share what’s helped (and what hasn’t). Lizzy collaborates on a plan that balances skills with insight, honoring your pace and values as therapy evolves.
- Evidence-based psychotherapy with a warm, collaborative approach
- Integrated wellness options on site (yoga, Pilates, acupuncture, massage, reiki/sound/vibrational)
- Coordinated care with your consent (PCP, psychiatry, partner clinicians)
- Telehealth for Illinois adults (18+)