Jamila Lyons

Background

About Jamila Lyons

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I’ve worked with children from preschool to middle age as a substitute teacher at Jewish Day School in Hyde Park for 11 years. As on-site aquatics director for the Jewish Community Center’s Hyde Park location, I created and implemented swim programs specializing in working with students on the spectrum. In addition to being a high school swim and water polo coach, I worked as a paraprofessional in the Chicago Public School system for 6 years. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Hampton University in 2007z I obtained my first master’s in Community Counseling at Argosy University-Chicago in 2012, and my second master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Adler University in 2023. Currently, I am in my 4th year at the Adler School of Professional Psychology, pursuing a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology emphasizing children and adolescents. Informed by my background in coaching, I specialize in mental health and wellness for high school, collegiate, and professional athletes. This training offers valuable insight into my work with children, adolescents, families, young adults, and minorities inside and outside the school environment.As a therapist, I aim to provide mental health support and reduce the mental health stigma among young people and minorities. In a warm, nonjudgmental, and welcoming environment, we create a safe space for open communication and healing. Utilizing various client-centered therapeutic approaches like Cognitive-Behavioral and Solution-Focused Therapy, you’ll learn to overcome obstacles and live a more meaningful life.