Psychology
Master's-level education in psychology, with professional training and experience in clinical psychology and neuropsychology obtained in Russia.
Founder and Director of Chicago Institute of Hypnosis and Coaching
Yulia Volimerets
Psychology • Mental Health Counseling • Consulting Hypnosis • Professional Coaching
My professional background brings together psychology, clinical and neuropsychological training, mental health counseling, hypnosis, professional coaching, and professional education.
Master's Degree in Psychology
Professional training and experience in clinical psychology and neuropsychology obtained in Russia. Russian education evaluated in the United States.
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Graduate training in the United States and development of counseling practice under appropriate clinical supervision.
Professional Certified Coach (PCC), ICF
International professional credential awarded by the International Coaching Federation.
National Guild of Hypnotists
Board Certified Consulting Hypnotist • Certified Instructor • Board Director
Professional training and experience in Russia and the United States. Current Mental Health Counseling practice in the United States is conducted under appropriate clinical supervision.
PROFESSIONAL APPROACH
Psychology, counseling, hypnosis, and coaching within an integrative approach
Yulia Volimerets brings together graduate education in psychology, professional training in clinical psychology and neuropsychology, Mental Health Counseling, professional coaching, and Consulting Hypnosis.
The person comes before the method
An integrative approach makes it possible to understand a person's concerns beyond any single technique, taking emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and personal processes into consideration.
The format of the work depends on the individual's goals, the professional scope of the specific service, and the context in which the work is provided.
Mental Health Counseling, professional coaching, and Consulting Hypnosis are distinct areas of practice. They do not replace one another and are used in accordance with the client's goals and the professional standards applicable to each area.
The guiding principle is to understand the person as a whole while maintaining clear professional boundaries, ethical standards, and an individualized approach.
Mental Health Counseling
Graduate training in the United States and development of counseling practice under appropriate clinical supervision.
Consulting Hypnosis
Professional hypnosis practice and training of practitioners in accordance with the standards of the National Guild of Hypnotists.
Professional Coaching
PCC-level coaching practice grounded in the competencies and ethical standards of the International Coaching Federation.
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Education and Professional Training
Yulia Volimerets's professional path brings together graduate education in psychology, training in clinical psychology and neuropsychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling training in the United States, professional coaching, and Consulting Hypnosis.
PSYCHOLOGY
Master's Degree in Psychology
Graduate education in psychology completed in Russia. Her Russian education has been evaluated in the United States.
Professional training in clinical psychology
Training and professional interest
in neuropsychology
Russian education evaluated
in the United States
UNITED STATES
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Graduate-level training in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in the United States, with ongoing development of professional counseling competencies.
Graduate-level professional training
in the United States
Development of Mental Health Counseling
practice under clinical supervision
Integration of academic training
with supervised counseling practice
Current Mental Health Counseling practice in the United States is conducted under appropriate clinical supervision.
PROFESSIONAL COACHING
Professional Certified Coach (PCC), ICF
Professional Certified Coach credential and additional professional roles within the International Coaching Federation.
Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
International Coaching Federation
ICF Mentor Coach
Professional mentoring for coaches
ICF Assessor
Assessment of professional coaching competencies
ICF Supervisor
Professional supervision for coaches
PROFESSIONAL HYPNOSIS
National Guild of Hypnotists
Professional credentials in Consulting Hypnosis and practitioner education through the National Guild of Hypnotists.
Board Certified
Consulting Hypnotist
NGH
Certified Instructor
NGH
Board Director
Professional development continues through advanced education, supervision, teaching, and the integration of contemporary knowledge in psychology, counseling, coaching, and hypnosis.
PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP
Professional Leadership and Original Work
Yulia Volimerets's professional work brings together educational leadership, participation in professional organizations, development of professional training programs, and original methodological work.
Founder & Director
Chicago Institute of Hypnosis and Coaching
Educator, professional program author, and developer of professional training methods.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Professional Organizations
Participation in professional communities in psychology, coaching, hypnosis, education, and professional leadership.
PROGRAM AUTHORSHIP
Author of Professional Training Programs
Yulia Volimerets is the author of professional education programs at the Chicago Institute of Hypnosis and Coaching, including their curriculum, methodological structure, and practice-based training components.
PROFESSIONAL HYPNOSIS
Certified Consulting Hypnotist
Professional training in Consulting Hypnosis.
PROFESSIONAL COACHING
Professional Coach
Professional coach training based on ICF competencies and professional standards.
ORIGINAL METHOD
Original Methodological Development
Cognitive Infrared Therapy: An Evidence-Informed Approach to Working with Light Visualization
An original technique developed by Yulia Volimerets as a structured approach to professional work with guided light visualization.
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Specialized Professional Training
Certified trainer in working with eating behavior using Wagner metaphorical cards adapted by Dmitry Zanin.
Specialized work with eating behavior and metaphor-based tools in professional practice.
EDUCATION • PRACTICE • LEADERSHIP
Professional programs and methods are developed through the integration of psychological education, professional experience, established standards, and contemporary approaches to professional education.
AREAS OF PRACTICE
Areas I Work With
My practice includes work with children, teens, adults, and families. A particular focus of my work is supporting children and adolescents with ADHD, autism spectrum conditions, anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral challenges, attention difficulties, and school-related concerns.
Depending on the client's needs and goals, I work within distinct professional formats, including Mental Health Counseling, Consulting Hypnosis, and coaching.
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CHILDREN • TEENS • FAMILIES
Children, Teens & Families
Mental health counseling for children and adolescents that takes into account individual developmental needs, emotional regulation, behavior, attention, and the broader family context.
This work may include support for ADHD, autism spectrum conditions, anxiety, behavioral and school-related difficulties, as well as collaboration with parents to develop practical skills that support the child at home and at school.
ADHD Autism Spectrum Anxiety & Fears Behavioral Issues Emotional Regulation Attention & Focus School Issues Academic Performance Self-Esteem Parent Support
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ADULT COUNSELING
Mental Health Counseling for Adults
Mental health counseling for adults experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional difficulties, addictions and addictive behaviors, challenges with self-regulation, and significant life transitions.
Mental Health Counseling in the United States is provided as part of my current professional training and under clinical supervision.
Anxiety Stress Addictions Addictive Behaviors Emotional Regulation Life Transitions Self-Esteem Self-Regulation
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PERFORMANCE HYPNOSIS
Performance Hypnosis for Athletes, Kids & Teens
Consulting Hypnosis focused on concentration, confidence, and self-regulation in situations where managing pressure, maintaining focus, and accessing one's capabilities are especially important.
This approach may be used in preparation for athletic competitions, performances, and other performance-oriented situations, including work with young athletes.
Sports Focus Pre-Performance Confidence Pre-Performance Self-Regulation Mental Rehearsal Visualization Performance Mindset Performance Barriers
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EXECUTIVE COACHING
Executive Coaching
Professional coaching for executives, entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals working in high-responsibility roles.
The work focuses on strengthening leadership, improving decision-making, clarifying priorities, and advancing professional goals.
Leadership Decision-Making Professional Transitions Priorities Leadership Role Development Professional Effectiveness
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TEEN COACHING
Teen Coaching: Motivation & Independence
Development-focused coaching for teens with an emphasis on goal setting, internal motivation, responsibility, and building greater independence in organization and everyday decision-making.
Teen Coaching is a developmental format and is distinct from Mental Health Counseling. The appropriate format depends on the nature of the concern and the individual needs of the teen.
Academic Motivation Goal Setting Organization & Planning Responsibility Confidence Decision-Making Independence
INITIAL CONSULTATION
Not sure which approach is right for you or your child?
An initial consultation provides an opportunity to discuss your concerns, circumstances, and goals, identify an appropriate professional format, and consider possible next steps.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & CLINICAL FOCUS
Practice at the Intersection of Psychology, Counseling, and a Neuropsychological Perspective
My professional background combines graduate education in psychology, professional training and practical experience in clinical psychology and neuropsychology obtained in Russia, as well as my current graduate training in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in the United States.
This professional foundation allows me to consider a client's concerns from an integrated perspective, taking emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and environmental factors into account.
Psychology Clinical Psychology Neuropsychology Mental Health Counseling
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CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS
Children & Adolescents
In my work with children and adolescents, particular attention is given to the relationship between emotional regulation, behavior, attention, executive functioning, motivation, and the child's functioning at home and at school.
This perspective makes it possible to consider not only an individual difficulty, but also how emotional, cognitive, and behavioral processes interact in the child's everyday life.
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ADULTS
Adults
My work with adults includes emotional and behavioral difficulties, anxiety, stress, addictions and addictive behaviors, challenges with self-regulation, and adjustment to significant life and professional transitions.
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INTEGRATIVE PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Integrative Professional Foundation
Psychology
Graduate education in psychology and a foundation for understanding emotional, cognitive, and behavioral processes.
Clinical Psychology
Professional training and practical experience in clinical psychology obtained in Russia.
Neuropsychology
Professional training and experience in neuropsychology obtained in Russia, with a focus on understanding the relationships among cognitive processes, attention, behavior, and everyday functioning.
Mental Health Counseling
Current graduate-level training in the United States and development of counseling practice under clinical supervision.
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL AREAS
Consulting Hypnosis Professional Coaching Visualization Self-Regulation Mental Rehearsal
Emotion Cognition Behavior Environment
HOW I WORK
The Format of Our Work Is Guided by Your Needs
You do not need to decide in advance whether Mental Health Counseling, Consulting Hypnosis, or Coaching is the right format for you. During the initial consultation, we discuss your concerns, goals, and current situation and determine the professional format that best corresponds to your needs.
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FIRST CONVERSATION
Initial Consultation
We discuss what is happening now, what you would like to change, and what you hope to achieve through our work together.
When the concern involves a child or adolescent, we also consider the parents' concerns, family context, and the child's functioning at home and at school.
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PROFESSIONAL FORMAT
Selecting the Appropriate Format
The nature of your concerns and goals helps determine which professional format is most appropriate for your current needs.
Mental Health Counseling
Emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns that are appropriate for counseling.
Consulting Hypnosis
Self-regulation, concentration, performance, visualization, and mental rehearsal.
Professional Coaching
Goals, motivation, leadership, professional development, and developing greater independence.
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INDIVIDUAL PLAN
Individual Plan
Once the professional format has been identified, we clarify your goals, discuss the next steps, and develop an individualized plan for our work.
The approach may be adjusted over time based on progress, feedback, and the client's current needs.
FOR PARENTS
If You Are Seeking Support for a Child or Teen
During the initial consultation, we discuss your child's age, primary concerns, functioning at home and at school, previous experiences with support or services, and your family's goals. From there, we determine the most appropriate format for further work.
GETTING STARTED
Start with your needs.
We will determine the approach together.
LOCATIONS & AVAILABILITY
Meet in Person
Across the Chicago Area
In-person availability is offered at several locations across the Chicago area. The appropriate location depends on the type of service and appointment.
01 Tuesdays
Chicago
West Loop
1021 W Adams St
Suite 201
Chicago, IL 60607
Suite 201
Chicago, IL 60607
A convenient Chicago location for scheduled in-person appointments.
In-Person ↗
02 Counseling
Buffalo Grove
Mental Health Counseling
100 Lexington Drive
Suite 150
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Suite 150
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
In-person mental health counseling provided as a Pre-Licensed Professional under clinical supervision.
In-Person & Telehealth* ↗
03 By Appointment
Schaumburg
Institute & Private Services
1821 Walden Office Square
Suite 400
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Suite 400
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Home of the Chicago Institute of Hypnosis and Coaching and a location for private professional services by appointment.
In-Person ↗
ONLINE AVAILABILITY
Prefer to meet remotely?
Online appointments may be available depending on the service, client location, and applicable professional requirements.
* Counseling availability, including telehealth, is subject to
clinical supervision, client location, and applicable professional
requirements.
PERSONALIZED APPROACH
More Than a Single Session.
A Personalized Program.
In most cases, my work extends beyond a single session. The initial consultation helps clarify your concerns, goals, current challenges, and desired outcomes. Based on this, I develop an individualized plan and recommend an appropriate duration for our work together.
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Initial Consultation Understanding your concerns, goals, and expectations
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Personalized Plan Defining the direction and structure of our work
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Focused Work Structured work toward clearly defined goals
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Progress Review Reviewing outcomes and determining next steps
1. SELECT A SERVICE
2. POSSIBLE PROGRAM LENGTH
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Program length is not selected automatically. A recommendation is made after the initial consultation based on your goals, needs, and progress.
MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING
Personalized
6 SESSIONS
Focus Program
A focused format for working with a specific concern when goals are relatively well defined and the work can be organized around one primary area.
BEST FOR
A specific concern, a short-term goal, or focused work within one primary area.
FORMAT
Individual sessions with ongoing progress review and adjustments to the plan when appropriate.
Package Option
Once the program has been determined, sessions may be purchased as a package. This provides a structured course of work and may offer a lower per-session cost than booking individual sessions separately.
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IMPORTANT
The program is built around the person,
The program is built around the person,
not the person around the program.
The number of sessions, methods used, and sequence of work are determined individually. The program may be adjusted over time based on progress, emerging goals, and professional assessment.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions Before
Your First Session
Answers to common questions about getting started, personalized programs, mental health counseling, Consulting Hypnosis, insurance, and online sessions.
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We begin with an initial consultation. During this session,
we discuss your concerns, goals, current situation, and
desired outcomes. Based on this conversation, I can
recommend an appropriate direction for our work and,
when appropriate, develop an individualized program.
The length of our work depends on your concerns, goals,
and progress. Programs may include 6, 10, or 12 sessions,
but the number of sessions is not determined automatically.
After the initial consultation, I can recommend a format
based on your individual needs and goals.
Yes. An initial consultation does not require you to
purchase a program or package of sessions. It provides
an opportunity to discuss your concerns, explore possible
directions, and determine whether the proposed approach
is appropriate for you.
Mental Health Counseling addresses emotional, behavioral, psychological, and life concerns. These services are provided within the scope of my graduate clinical training and under clinical supervision.
Consulting Hypnosis may incorporate focused attention, self-regulation, visualization, mental rehearsal, and other hypnosis-based methods depending on the client's goals and the professional context.
Professional Coaching focuses primarily on goals, development, professional decision-making, leadership, motivation, accountability, and practical action.
Yes. I work with children, adolescents, and families.
Depending on the individual needs, areas of focus may
include anxiety, emotional regulation, ADHD, autism
spectrum presentations, behavioral concerns, attention,
confidence, motivation, independence, and other
developmental concerns. The approach is individualized
based on age, presenting concerns, and family involvement.
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) may be accepted for eligible services provided through my supervised clinical practice.
Coverage depends on your specific insurance plan, eligibility, benefits, and the service being provided. Insurance benefits and coverage should be verified before services begin.
Having a particular insurance plan does not guarantee
coverage for a specific service.
Online sessions incorporating hypnosis-based methods may
be available depending on your goals, the type of service,
your location, and applicable professional requirements.
The appropriateness and availability of an online format
are determined before services begin.
Online sessions may be available for certain services.
For mental health counseling, availability depends on
the client's location, clinical supervision requirements,
and applicable professional and regulatory requirements.
In-person appointments are available at several locations
in the Chicago area, including Chicago, Buffalo Grove,
and Schaumburg. The appropriate location depends on the
service, schedule, and appointment format.
Yes. After the initial consultation and determination of
an appropriate format, sessions may be purchased as a
program package. A package can provide a more structured
course of work and may offer a lower per-session cost than
purchasing individual sessions. Current options and pricing
are discussed individually.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILES
Professional Information
& Consultation Booking
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Professional experience, education, executive coaching, leadership, teaching, and current professional activities.
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MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING
Psychology Today
Mental health counseling profile with information about areas of focus, appointment formats, availability, insurance, and supervised clinical practice.
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PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
NGH
Public professional profile with the National Guild of Hypnotists. Board Certified Hypnotist, Certified Instructor, and NGH member.
BCH CI
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ARTICLES & PROFESSIONAL INSIGHTS
Read My Articles
Read My Articles
in the Institute Journal
Professional and educational articles exploring psychology, hypnosis, coaching, self-regulation, behavior change, and related areas of professional practice.
CHICAGO INSTITUTE OF HYPNOSIS AND COACHING
Journal
Articles, research-informed perspectives,
and professional education
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