About Cynthia Doodeman, PsyD

Cynthia Doodeman, PsyD, is a skilled psychotherapist at Queer Notions Psychology in Shorewood, Illinois. She’s known for being inviting, warm, empathetic, authentic, and non-judgmental. Clients can trust Dr. Doodeman to keep their secrets, welcome their thoughts, and honor their preferred problem-solving processes. She strongly commits to each of her patients and understands that it’s a big commitment to embark on a journey through relationship struggles and clients’ psyches. Dr. Doodeman truly cares for her patients, listens to their pain and confusion, and earns their trust and respect. She understands that it’s a commitment of clients’ time and budget to speak with her, and she takes pride in offering them superior care in a welcoming setting. Dr. Doodeman is a queer, seasoned, licensed clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience. She specializes in LGBTQ+ issues, relationship counseling for couples, non-traditional relationship configurations, consensual non-monogamy, and kink lifestyles. She counsels individuals, couples, and polycules struggling with an array of problems associated with communicating, living together, and navigating conflicts. Dr. Doodeman is also highly trained in accompanying individuals through gender issues, gender non-conforming (GNC) challenges, and gender transitioning. She’s also experienced in medical training, HIV/AIDS, and crisis work. Clients struggling with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), LGBTQIA+ issues, dissociative identity disorder, and more can turn to Dr. Doodeman for exceptional care with a warm, welcoming, compassionate demeanor. She offers individualized counseling, traditional and non-traditional relationship counseling, sex worker support, kink lifestyle support, and much more. Dr. Doodeman welcomes new and existing clients to Queer Notions Psychology and understands the difficulties they face. She looks forward to maximizing their mental health and overall well-being. To schedule an appointment at Queer Notions Psychology, call the office or use the online booking tab today.