Cira Zajac

Cira Zajac is a highly experienced and compassionate Bilingual School Psychologist. Cira brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her practice, cultivated over 25 years of working with diverse populations in various settings.

 

Born in Lima, Peru, and fluent in both English and Spanish, Cira’s bilingual skills allow her to connect deeply with a wide range of clients. Her professional journey includes significant experience at Streamwood Behavioral Hospital, where she honed her skills in crisis intervention, group therapy, and case management. This experience, coupled with her two decades working within a school district providing psychological evaluations and consultation services to students, teachers, parents, & administrators, provides a unique perspective on the challenges faced by children, adolescents, and adults.

 

Cira’s therapeutic approach is grounded in a collaborative and empowering philosophy. She views her clients as experts in their own lives, guiding them to access their inner strengths to promote positive change. Her dedication to her profession is evident in her commitment to ongoing learning and her inclusive approach to care. She prioritizes creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. She emphasizes the importance of client agency and active participation in the therapeutic process.