Joy Faith Knapp Children's Center

Genève holds a PhD in International Psychology with an Organization and Systems concentration.  Her clinical focus has been rooted in trauma-informed care and she is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She comes to JCFS Chicago from Lakeshore Hospital where she served as Director of Clinical Services overseeing inpatient and outpatient services. Prior to that position she was Director of Therapy and Case Management for Maryville Academy, Scott Nolan Hospital.  In her current role, Genève has oversight of the therapeutic day school (Knapp School & Yeshiva), counseling and psychological services for children, adults, teens and families; child welfare services, and programs for the Jewish community.

Edward is a licensed clinical professional counselor with expertise in helping families and individuals with issues surrounding sexual abuse. He also works with offenders, both in the community and in prison systems. He is trained to testify in court proceedings with children who are wards of DCFS, and in termination of parental rights hearings. Edward also counsels children and adults coping with grief.

Devorah provides therapy for individuals, couples and families. She uses a strength-based approach to counseling and provides a safe, compassionate environment. She is interested in the mind/body connection and is open to exploring spirituality and creativity with clients as a method for change.

Dr. Stephanie McConville earned her doctorate in School Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at a local therapeutic day school, and completed post-doctoral training at Shriners Hospitals for Children in Chicago. Her areas of interest include psychological assessment, learning, emotional and behavioral challenges of children, and helping children and adolescents manage health and medical needs. She approaches her work with children and families primarily through a cognitive behavioral framework.

Kelsey provides therapy for individuals, couples, families, children and groups. She uses a trauma-informed approach to counseling rooted in empathy and understanding. She is interested in mindfulness and is open to exploring client’s personal values and how to commit to actions that are in alignment with those values in order to grow.