Personal Growth Associates - Schaumburg, Illinois

LCDDancers

I can confidently say that making the decision to go to Personal Growth Associates has been one of the most positive and transformative experiences of my life. Joseph Ripp and Mary Rizzo are nothing short of outstanding. Their approach is incredibly compassionate, understanding, insightful, and tailored to my unique needs. I’ve felt genuinely heard and understood in every session and I have been given invaluable tools to manage stress, anxiety, and other challenges. The level of professionalism and care PGA provides is unmatched, and their ability to create a trusting and nonjudgmental space has allowed me to grow in ways I never expected. I can wholeheartedly recommend Personal Growth Associates to anyone seeking therapy. The positive impact on my mental health has been profound, and I’m so grateful for the exceptional support I’ve received here. Truly five stars all the way!!

Jen L.

I have had nothing short of excellent service and therapy from PGA. Dr. Susan Bennett's insight, knowledge, guidance and compassion has made a significant difference in my life.

Vanessa P.

NOTE: Dr. Steve Wodka is no longer with Personal Growth Associates. He is now in solo practice in Schaumburg and Crystal Lake. Do not go to Dr Steve Wodka. He is not trained in trauma, he doesn’t listen - after more than TEN YEARS of seeing me he didn’t remember basic facts story. He shamed me for not telling him sooner that I was upset. When I was living out of state when my son was in a near fatal car accident (he has permanent deficits as a result), he spoke with me ONE time on the phone. Once when I was going through one of the most terrible events of my life. Note - I have therapists now who regularly tell me to teach out to them day or night if I need help. Finally, one of the last times I saw him, I told him I was feeling suicidal and his response was to say to me “but you’ve never actually tried it.” It came across as a dare. Don’t go to this place. Find a trauma trained therapist.

Jennifer O.

Good luck ever getting a live person. It is nearly impossible to make an appointment by phone. Have been a long time patient and treated extremely rudely. Was offered appointment dates by message called back to set one of them, and then was told a week later that they did not receive my message despite putting in the correct phone extension and leaving a voicemail response to theirs. Secretary extremely rude with no apologies. They could use a few conferences on good customer service. That is vital to any successful business medical or otherwise

Julie M.

Fonda is AMAZING

Annalisa I.