OUR STAFF

  Dr.  Vaselakos received a Masters degree in clinical psychology from the  Illinois School of Professional Psychology.  This clinical training was  shaped by his work as a domestic  violence counselor and legal advocate for a domestic violence shelter.  As the only male in the shelter he learned great empathy and insight into domestic violence issues. He then  completed his doctoral training at the Adler School of Professional  Psychology in 1998 and was one of the members of the first graduating  APA approved class. Dr. Vaselakos’ clinical training continued with  psychological testing of domestic violence batterers and the chronically  mentally ill to assist in differential diagnosis and treatment  planning. He engaged in advanced clinical practicum in psychological  testing with DCFS to assist in diagnosis, parent bonding assessments,  and treatment planning.  Further, he engaged in an advanced therapy  externship in clinical outpatient therapy with individuals,couples and  families across the lifespan.  He completed his internship at Colombia  Olympia Fields Osteopathic Hospital and Medical Center. This was a  diverse training in neuropsychology, inpatient and outpatient  psychological treatment, behavioral medicine, psychopharmacological  training and geriatric services.  Dr. Vaselakos then completed a  postdoctoral residency in geriatric neuropsychology and treatment with  the chronic mental ill populations in long term care facilities and  intermediate care facilities.  Dr. Vaselakos is also a fellow and Divorce  Mediator with the Collaborative Institute of Illinois.  Dr. Vaselakos  maintains a full time caseload of clinical patients in their Orland Park  and Homer Glen offices, and is an expert witness for the courts.  

 Dr.  Tracy Robinson has been actively  been practice psychology since 1998.  His practice experiences have  included working in prison setting, within the sexually dangerous  persons program and in traditional outpatient settings.  He received his  doctorate in clinical psychology from the Adler School of Professional  Psychology in 1999.  He earned is Master’s Degree in Counseling  Psychology at Western Michigan University in 1994 and his Bachelor of  Social Work from Grand Valley State University in 1990.  He has advanced  specialty training in forensic psychology, health psychology, clinical  hypnosis, rational emotive behavioral therapy, cognitive therapy, and  schema therapy.  He completed initial training at the Metropolitan  Correctional Center, Bureau of Prison, Department of Justice.  He  completed is internship at Olympia Fields Osteopathic Medical Center. 

In  n addition, to his clinical work Dr. Robinson was a Professor of  Counseling and Human Services at Roosevelt University (1997-2003), an  adjunct profession in clinical psychology at the Adler School  (1999-2003), Dean of Clinical Training at the Illinois School of  Professional  Psychology (ISPP), Schaumburg Campus  (2003-2007) and Vice  President of Academic Affairs at the Illinois School of Professional  Psychology, Schaumburg, Campus (200-2009).  As the VP of Academic Affairs  he secured the clinical psychology training program at the Department  of Corrections which include Stateville, Dixon and Dwight Correctional  Facilities.  

Currently  Dr. Robinson coordinates the psychological testing division for V &  R Behavioral Health and provides outpatient psychotherapy for adults,  teens, children, families and couples. 

 Patricia  Vaselakos received her Bachelors of Arts degree. at the University of  Illinois at Chicago in Social Work.  She then achieved her Masters  Degree in School Social Work.  She completed her internship at the  Little Company Hospital where she provided care throughout the hospital,

Following  her internship Patricia worked in the school system as a clinical  Social worker at Bremen High School. She counseled adolescents with  complex clinical issues, Her social work background also allowed her to  develop her treatment with families and family issues. 

Patricia  has maintained her outpatient work at V&R with focus on children,  adolescents, families, parenting issues, and woman's issues.  

Dr. Orseno received his Masters of Counseling Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School as well. During his Masters, Dr. Orseno specialized in trauma psychology and has been certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. He completed his masters level internship at Silver Cross Hospital where he was trained in group therapy for individuals who were in crisis or with chronic mental illness. While completing his doctorate, He has had training in multiple area’s of psychology including performing behavioral and educational evaluations for schools, providing therapy for lower income families, working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, and training in neurofeedback. He completed his internship in 2020 and his post doctoral residency at Linden Oaks Hospital. While at Linden Oaks, he worked with adults and adolescents in crisis, worked on with individuals with eating disorders, and with chronic mental health disorders. While at the hospital, Dr. Orseno participated in an integrative care model, working with both clinicians and psychiatrists to provide the best care for clients. He further received training in case management, identifying community resources, and provided family therapy for multiple clients within his care. While completing his internship and residency, Dr. Orseno also worked at V & R as a psychometrician, where he completed neurological psychological assessments. Dr. Orseno further specializes in the treatment of personality disorders and utilizes a collective, integrated, strength base approach to therapy as a whole. 

 Elizabeth  is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and received a Master’s  Degree in Community and Agency Counseling from St. Xavier University.  Elizabeth also has a Certificate in Animal Assisted Therapy, and is a  Licensed Handler through Pet Partners.

Elizabeth  has experience working with adults dealing with mild to severe mental  illness, as well as adults with developmental disabilities.. 

 She  also has experience working with children and adolescents with  developmental disabilities, and in therapeutic horseback riding  programs.

Elizabeth  also has a background in animal care and enrichment. She is currently  working with The Legacy Ranch in Lockport, and offers Equine Assisted  Mental Health Therapy. 

Elizabeth  has been able to combine her passion for animals as well as helping  people to deal with a wide variety of mental, physical and emotional  issues across the lifespan. She believes in the human-animal bond, and  strives to use animals as interventions to treat a wide variety of  issues, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, attachment issues,  trust issues, relationship issues, mood disorders and self esteem  issues..