Emma Zaknoun, Psy.D.
(847) 686-0090, Ext. 8112
ezaknoun@pcpachicago.com
Emma Zaknoun, Psy.D. (she/her) is a Postdoctoral Fellow specializing in Adult Psychology at Primary Care Psychology Associates. Dr. Zaknoun earned her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at Adler University. She completed her doctoral internship in clinical psychology at Primary Care Psychology Associates.
Dr. Zaknoun has trained and practiced in a variety of clinical settings, including community mental health, schools, college counseling centers, and private practice. She has experience providing individual, couples, and group psychotherapy to individuals across the lifespan. Additionally, she has specialized training in psychological assessment, including evaluating individuals across the lifespan and providing diagnostic and therapeutic feedback.
Dr. Zaknoun has experience in the assessment and treatment of complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and other mental health concerns. Her clinical interests and areas of expertise include trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, and the impact of interpersonal, environmental, and systemic factors on mental health and well-being. She draws upon evidence-based and integrative therapeutic approaches, including Stage-Oriented Integrated Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailoring treatment to meet each client's unique needs and circumstances.
Dr. Zaknoun strives to create a warm, compassionate, and supportive therapeutic environment where individuals and couples feel safe exploring vulnerable experiences, navigating challenges, and developing a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. She takes a collaborative and individualized approach to therapy, helping clients identify patterns, build upon their strengths, and work toward meaningful growth and change. Her goal is to empower clients to develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and confidence in their personal, relational, social, and occupational lives.
Areas of Expertise: PTSD and trauma, Anxiety disorders, Depression, Relationship difficulties, stages of life, adjustment to young adulthood, psychological assessment
Locations: Telehealth
