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Serving Chicagoland & North Shore Since 2008

Therapy That Builds Real Social Connection

Evidence-based individual therapy, social skills groups, and psychological assessments for children, teens, and adults with Autism, ADHD, and Social Anxiety — in Northbrook and Grayslake, IL.

15+ Years of Experience

12+ Licensed Clinicians

2 Convenient Locations

All Ages Children to Adults

"This is my test quote."

— John Doe

Serving Northbrook, Grayslake, Deerfield, Evanston, Highland Park, Glenview, Lake Forest, Libertyville, Skokie, Vernon Hills, Wheeling, Wilmette & Winnetka and communities throughout Chicagoland.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Care for Neurodiverse Individuals

Specialized services addressing the unique social and emotional needs of individuals with ASD, ADHD, and Social Anxiety at every stage of life.

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Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions using CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Video Modeling, and Role Playing to build confidence and adaptive social strategies.

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Social Skills Groups

Therapeutic group settings teach full-body listening, initiating conversations, and relationship-building skills for all ages.

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Psychological Assessment

Comprehensive evaluations by licensed PsyD clinicians covering ASD, ADHD, cognitive functioning, and developmental delays.

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Autism Testing

Thorough diagnostic evaluations for Autism Spectrum Disorder for children and adults by licensed psychologists.

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Career Consultation

Coaching to help individuals with ASD and ADHD navigate workplace communication, interviewing, and employment success.

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Couples Consultation

Support for couples where one or both partners have ASD or ADHD, focusing on communication and mutual understanding.

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Who We Help

Serving Every Stage of Life

Ages 5–8

Early Elementary

Foundational skills, play-based interaction, emotional regulation.

Ages 9–18

Middle & High School

Peer relationships, communication, social complexity.

Ages 18–25

Young Adults

College transition, independence, workplace skills.

Adults

Adults

Social connection, career success, relationship well-being.

Our Approach

Scientifically Proven. Deeply Personal.

For over 15 years, SociAbility has delivered evidence-based therapies for individuals who connect differently — not because they don't want to, but because the brain works differently. We implement the PEERS® Social Skills Curriculum and the Social Thinking® (Superflex™) Curriculum, among other validated methodologies.

  • CBT
  • ACT
  • PEERS® Curriculum
  • Social Thinking®
  • Mindfulness
  • Video Modeling
  • Role Playing
  • Applied Behavior Analysis

Built for Neurodiverse Individuals

Founded in 2008 by Dr. Genevieve Thornton, SociAbility was created with one mission: help individuals on the autism spectrum build a whole, fulfilling life — in their communities, workplaces, and relationships.

Our 12+ licensed clinicians bring specialized expertise you won't find at a general therapy practice.

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Insurance

We Accept Major Insurance Plans

Many of our clinicians accept insurance. Psychological assessments may also be covered. Contact us to verify your benefits.

  • BlueCross BlueShield PPO
  • BlueCross BlueShield Blue Choice PPO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum PPO
  • Private Pay
Our Clinicians

An Experienced, Specialized Team

12+ licensed professionals dedicated to neurodiversity — PsyD psychologists, LCSWs, LPCs, and LSWs — each with deep expertise in ASD, ADHD, and social anxiety.

  • Sara Bartus

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    MA, MSW, LCSW Practice Owner

    ASD, ADHD, anxiety, CBT, ABA, structured teaching.

  • Dr. Genevieve Thornton

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    Psy.D. Founder of SociAbility

    Autism spectrum, children & adolescents · Diagnostic evaluations.

  • Dr. Grant W. Boyer

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    Psy.D.

    Psychological testing, ASD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, personality.

  • Dr. Shawna L. Solsvig

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    Post-Doctoral Fellow, MA, LPC, R-DMT, GL-CMA, GIPC

    Early childhood, parent coaching, dance/movement therapy.

  • Dr. Carly Walder

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    Psy.D.

    Children & adolescents, parent support, group therapy, ASD.

  • Dr. Maria Yakovleva

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    Psy.D.

    Neurodevelopmental assessment, ASD, OCD. English & Russian.

Locations

Two Convenient Chicagoland Locations

Northbrook

North Shore
899 Skokie Blvd, Suite 408B
Northbrook, IL 60062

847.559.3240  ·  Get Directions →

Near Deerfield, Glenview, Highland Park, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette & Winnetka

Grayslake

Lake County
888 E. Belvidere Rd #407
Grayslake, IL 60030

847.559.3240  ·  Get Directions →

Near Gurnee, Libertyville, Lake Forest, Lake Zurich, Mundelein, Round Lake, Wauconda & Vernon Hills

Contact

Ready to Get Started?

Contact SociAbility today to schedule a consultation and find out how we can help you or your child thrive socially and emotionally.

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