In the News

NAPERVILLE, IL – Fox Valley Institute is pleased to announce the newest member of our team; Rick Alford, Ph.D., BCN. He brings over 35 years of experience and has an extensive background in providing neuropsychological evaluations, as well as implementing innovative and effective neurotherapies such as neurofeedback and non-invasive neuro-stimulation techniques.

Fox Valley Institute is pleased to announce that our Clinical Director, Cheryl Frommelt, will now be offering Divorce Mediation services. As an individual, marriage and family therapist with 25 years of experience, Cheryl has seen first hand the negative impact of a drawn out, emotion fueled contentious divorce can have not only on the couple, but their children as well.

The patient sitting in Cheryl Frommelt’s office was obviously struggling. He was lethargic, unmotivated, had difficulty concentrating and making decisions – all classic symptoms of depression. Before making a recommendation, though, Frommelt, a licensed clinical professional counselor, asked a few more questions to get to the bottom of what may have triggered his issues, including physical symptoms.

Amid national discussion after shootings, mental health issues bring Fox Valley leaders to the table.

(Naperville, IL, Oct. 25, 2017) – For generations, mental illness has been shrouded in shame.
The roundtable, held at Fox Valley Institute’s Naperville office, included politicians, first responders, insurance, legal and mental health professionals.

(Naperville, IL – August 1, 2017) Loaves and Fishes Community Services 2017 welcomes Dr. Laura Bokar, CEO of Fox Valley Institute for Growth and Wellness to serve her first term on the Board of Directors.

Illinois Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (IAMFT) 2017 welcomes Dr. Laura Bokar to serve her first term on the Board of Directors.

Dr. Laura Bokar helped 2016 TEDxNaperville attendees use their own personal superpowers to help others achieve something they’ve always wanted to do.

New technology is finding its way into therapy, and our clinic will be among the first in the area to use virtual reality as an option in treatment.

Dr. Laura and Cheryl spoke about myths, biological differences and practical ways to bring passion back into your relationship. There are many myths that couples often believe that prove detrimental to relationships and marriages.