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Reem K. Cutinello, MSW, LCSW

Staff Therapist
she/her

Credentials & Education

MSW, University of Illinois at Chicago, Divorce Mediation Certification, Northwestern University, Type 73 Certification, Aurora University, Yoga Teaching Certification, Yoga Mat, RRT Certification

About

With more than 25 years of experience in clinical social work, therapy, and coaching, Reem K. Cutinello, MSW, LCSW, brings extensive clinical expertise, authenticity, and a genuine passion for helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges and foster meaningful growth.

Reem earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois Chicago and completed postgraduate mediation training at Northwestern University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois and Florida and a Certified Yoga Instructor, incorporating an appreciation for mind-body awareness into her approach to emotional well-being.

Known for her nurturing yet direct approach, Reem blends compassion, humor, and clinical insight to help clients recognize their strengths, overcome obstacles, and move toward healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Her clinical focus includes couples experiencing relationship and communication challenges, families navigating conflict and life transitions, and adults facing anxiety, depression, emotional difficulties, and significant personal changes. She also has extensive experience supporting individuals and families through divorce, co-parenting challenges, and complex family dynamics, emphasizing healthier communication, collaborative problem-solving, and constructive outcomes.

Reem works collaboratively with clients to identify patterns, establish attainable goals, and develop practical strategies that encourage emotional growth, stronger relationships, and lasting progress. She believes meaningful growth begins with self-awareness, personal accountability, and a willingness to embrace new perspectives.

Her professional experience also includes supervising other clinicians and international public speaking, including presenting at the 2015 Mental Health Conference in Cuba, further enriching her perspective on mental health and professional development.

Reem approaches her work with genuine curiosity, authenticity, and a deep appreciation for the human experience. She believes that even the most challenging life experiences can offer opportunities for greater self-understanding, resilience, and renewed perspective. Her goal is to create a supportive environment where clients feel both understood and empowered to take meaningful steps toward the lives and relationships they desire.

Area of Focus

Types of Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Couple Therapy
Diagnostic Assessment
Discernment Counseling
Emotion Focused Therapy
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Family Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Interpersonal Therapy
Meditation
Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies
Narrative Therapy
Premarital Counseling
Psychodynamic Therapy
Relational Cultural Therapy
Sex Therapy
I Treat
15-20 Years Old
Young Adult
Adult
Older Adult
Couple and Marriage
Family Therapy
Adoptive Families
Issues I Treat
Couples Conflict
Divorce / Marital Separation / Post-Divorce Adjustment
Divorce Impact on Children
Affairs & Infidelity
Personality Disorders
Mediation / Conflict Resolution
Men’s Issues
Women's Issues
Stress Management
Grief & Loss
Trauma
Step or Blended Families
Premarital Counseling
Sexual Issues
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Anxiety Disorders
Sexual Abuse
Parenting Issues
Life Stage Transitions
Depression / Mood Disorders
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