Daniel Brewer, Psy.D (he/him/his)
Dr. Daniel Brewer, an Illinois Licensed Clinical Psychologist, is the Owner, Clinical Director, and Director of Training of Psychological Consultations.
Dr. Brewer has clinical training in integrative psychotherapy, with experience working with adults across the lifespan in individual and couples therapy. Specializing in work with young adult and adult populations, particularly members of the LGBTQ community, Dr. Brewer has experience working with identity, coming out issues, and self-esteem, as well as substance abuse, depression, and anxiety. In addition Dr. Brewer runs several here-and-now psychotherapy groups within the practice. Dr. Brewer also has experience working with diverse couples using relational counseling and conflict resolution. Dr. Brewer works with emergency first responders, clients impacted by substance abuse and trauma, as well as survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence.
Dr. Brewer is actively involved in his professional community, and has been a member of the Illinois Psychological Association (IPA) since 2009. From 2020-2021 Dr. Brewer served as the President of the IPA, and was Chair of the Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity (SOGD) section from 2015-2019. He remains active on their Legislative Committee. In 2021 Dr. Brewer was given the Distinguished Illinois Psychologist Award from the IPA. Since 2019 Dr. Brewer has served as an Ambassador and Presenter for Badge of Life, an organization dedicated to inspiring hope and contributing to the health and well-being of law enforcement personnel.
Dr. Brewer completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from The Pennsylvania State University in 2003, as well as a Masters in Clinical Psychology in 2006, and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2009, both from The Illinois School of Professional Psychology, which is now a part of National Louis University. In the past Dr. Brewer served as an Adjunct Faculty member for various institutions including Midwestern University, in their Behavioral Medicine Department, and at Adler University in their School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Brewer has taught a number of courses including Group Psychotherapy, Biopsychosocial Basis of Health and Dysfunction, Individual Appraisal for Counselors in Practice, Theories of Psychotherapy, and Marriage and Family Therapy. Within Psychological Consultations, and as part of the IPAPIC, Dr. Brewer serves as a supervisor for graduate students training in psychology.
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Office Phone: 773-413-6006
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Bernie Bishop, Psy.D. (she/her/hers)
Dr. Bishop is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a graduate of The Michigan School of Psychology in 2022. From 2021-2022 she completed her Doctoral Internship at Psychological Consultations, as a member of The Illinois Psychological Association Predoctoral Internship Consortium (IPAPIC), and remained at Psychological Consultations as a Postdoctoral fellow to complete her Illinois Licensure requirements. Psychology is a second career for Dr. Bishop after spending over 20 years as a veterinarian. She brings previous individual and group psychotherapy experience with diverse populations in settings including private practice, hospitals, community mental health, and substance abuse as well as adult neuropsychological assessment experience. Dr. Bishop’s greatest clinical interest is psychological intervention with those who have experienced trauma. Dr. Bishop is certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an efficient and effective modality to aid in trauma processing. She also works with people who experience depression, anxiety, life change, and interpersonal/sexuality issues with a depth work focus.
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Office Phone: 773-880-2217
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Intern
Noah Johnson, M.A. (he/him/his)
Noah Johnson is a fifth year doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Program at The Chicago School and is the Doctoral Intern at Psychological Consultations for the 2026-2027 training year. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Westmont College in Santa Barbara, CA in 2021, and his Masters degree in psychology from The Chicago School in 2024. He has experience working with a wide array of different clientele, ranging from chronic and persistent mental illness in inpatient facilities, substance use counseling, and individuals in private practice settings. As a doctoral student he has worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma backgrounds, ADHD, and substance use issues. Noah is always looking for new ways to help those in need, and is looking to further his education and experience with those who desire change in their lives. Noah is continuing to refine his clinical skills and is excited to join the team at Psychological Consultations through the IPAPIC.
Office Phone: 949-236-7952
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Diagnostician
Dr. Jordan Biedrzycki
Gregory Sarlo, Psy.D. (he/him/his)
Dr. Sarlo is the Founder and original owner of Psychological Consultations. He passed away from pancreatic cancer in June of 2026. Dr. Sarlo was an Illinois Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a graduate of Adler University, then known as the Adler School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Sarlo worked with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) communities since 1987. An alumni of Fenwick High School in Oak Park, Illinois, Dr. Sarlo completed his bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and Psychology from DePaul University.
Dr. Sarlo was a Past President for the American Psychological Association (APA) Division 44, the Society for the Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity. Dr. Sarlo served on the Executive Committee of Division 44 as their Outreach Coordinator. From 2008-2009, and again from 2010-2011, Dr. Sarlo served as the President of the Illinois Psychological Association (IPA). Over the years he held many positions within the IPA, including Chair of their Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity (SOGD) Section, and served multiple terms as Secretary and Treasurer. He remained involved with the IPA until his death, serving as the training Consortium Board (IPAPIC) Liaison to the IPA and Co-Chair of the IPA Legislative Committee. Dr. Sarlo served for five years as a Steering Committee Member and Chair of the Midwest Association of Gay and Lesbian Psychologists. In 2015 Dr. Sarlo was awarded Fellowship Membership of the IPA. He was also Chief of Psychology and a member of the Medical Staff at Lutheran General Hospital, and served as Co-Chair of their Ethics Committee.
Dr. Sarlo previously served as faculty for Midwestern University in their Behavioral Medicine Department, and in 2012 assisted them in achieving their initial APA Accreditation. He was also a former Core Faculty member at Adler University, where during his tenure he served as Program Director of Adler’s Masters in Counseling and Masters in Organizational Counseling programs, as well as the Program Coordinator of Clinical Qualifying Examinations. In 2012, Dr. Sarlo was appointed Senior Faculty of APA’s HIV Office for Psychology Education (HOPE) Program. The program endeavored to enhance psychologists’ ability to competently and compassionately respond to people infected and/or affected by HIV. From 2019 Dr. Sarlo has served as an Ambassador and Presenter for Badge of Life, an organization dedicated to inspiring hope and contributing to the health and well-being of law enforcement personnel.
Dr. Sarlo frequently presented on various topics related to HIV/AIDS, ethics, neuropsychology, psychological testing, graduate training, and various psychological and health related topics. He presented for numerous organizations and colleges, including the IPA, APA, John Marshall School of Law, Elmhurst College, and The Office of the Attorney General for the state of Illinois.
In 2012 Dr. Sarlo was appointed by the Mayor of Des Plaines, IL to the Des Plaines Public Library Board; from 2013 until his death in 2026 he was elected annually by his board peers to serve is the Library Board President. In October of 2018 Dr. Sarlo was honored when the Des Plaines Public Library dedicated The Terrace, an outdoor seating area, in his name.
Dr. Sarlo provided clinical supervision and training for graduate Interns and Post-Doctoral students and worked actively to help find ways to place Psychology Graduate Interns within Illinois; as president of the IPA Dr. Sarlo played a key role in starting IPAPIC, a consortium of internship training facilities; he served as the Founder and Clinical Director of IPAPIC. He also worked with the HIV impacted community conducting studies and neuropsychological testing. In addition, Dr. Sarlo was one of the founding members of The Association of Chicagoland Externship and Practicum Training Sites (ACEPT), and founding past President. He focused on the areas of diversity and forensics in the profession of Clinical Psychology throughout his career.
Dr. Sarlo was the recipient of numerous local and national awards. In 2009 Dr. Sarlo was the recipient of the Adler Faculty Award for Outstanding Service to the Community. Dr. Sarlo was also the recipient of the Jennifer Manfre, Psy.D. Award for Outstanding Service to Graduate Students in Illinois, and the Distinguished Illinois Psychologist Award, both awarded during the 2009 Annual IPA Convention. In 2010 Dr. Sarlo was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation from the Adler Alumni Association and received the HOPE award from Sierra Tucson. In 2014 Dr. Sarlo was honored by the Illinois Psychological Association with the Outstanding Contribution to Student Training in Illinois award. In 2022 Dr. Sarlo was honored by APA Division 44 with the Distinguished Contribution to Education and Training award. In 2026 Gregory was honored by the Illinois Psychological Association with their Enduring Contributions Award; by the American Psychological Association Division 44 with their Armand Cerbone Distinguished Lifetime Contribution Award; by the Cook County Board of Commissioners with a Resolution recognizing June 2026 as Dr. Gregory Sarlo Pride Month; and by Des Plaines Mayor Andrew Goczkowski naming June 15, 2026 as Dr. Gregory Sarlo Recognition Day.