Elizabeth Cervantes

Elizabeth is a seasoned, bilingual/bicultural Social Worker (Spanish). Her 30+ years of experience include clinical work with individuals, families and couples, as well as children and adolescents, in a variety of settings.

As a School Social Worker of 25 years, Elizabeth uses a holistic approach to enhance student and family success. Her diverse work with clients of various cultures, ages and socioeconomic status has developed an area of expertise in which Elizabeth facilitates the use of community resources in order to meet client needs. Her extensive knowledge in the areas of special education, teen pregnancy, parenting groups, crisis work, and grief and loss issues have provided specialized support to those families with whom she has worked.

A professional goal for Elizabeth as a Social Worker is to maximize a client’s individual growth by working as a team in order to promote a healthy and happy lifestyle in order to reach their fullest potential.

Elizabeth resides in the Western suburbs with her spouse and three children, and for fun she enjoys spending time with her family, scrap booking and traveling.