About Geri

Geri A. Condon, M.S, L.C.P.C, has been a fully licensed Counselor in the McHenry area for over 30 years.

An expert on helping people resolve marital and family issues, Geri’s life experience has also given her a unique focus on suicidal issues.  Geri has a passion for working with teens who struggle between taking steps toward being independent vs. the challenging struggles of life. She is the author of “My Journey to Hell: A Story of Love, Loss and Hope” about her own son’s attempted suicide, warning signs and finding hope. In 2021 she published Today is a New Day, Tomorrow is Too.  This weekly, motivational and inspirational workbook has helped many people envision a brighter outlook on life.

Education

Geri began her education at Bradley University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Political Science and with a minor in Psychology.  After working for the Illinois House and Senate staffs for years, she decided to pursue a new career in counseling.  She attended Northern Illinois University, achieving a Master of Science degree in Applied Family and Child studies with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy.  She graduated in 1991 Magna Cum Laude.  She was awarded membership into Kappa Omicron Nu, an honor society based on distinction conferred by a university upon a student for eminence in scholarship; credit or reputation that is becoming or worthy; high-minded character or principles sense of one’s obligations.

Licensure

After successfully completing the required supervision and testing, Geri achieved the honor of becoming a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in 1993.

Community Service

Geri has been involved in the McHenry area for over 25 years:

  • Alderwoman, City of McHenry (2003-2019)
  • McHenry Public Library Trustee (2001-2003)
  • McHenry County Suicide Prevention Task Force (2015-present)
  • CHARACTER COUNTS! Coalition, founding board member
  • Bible study facilitator

Honors:

  • Distinguished Women of 2018
  • McHenry Fiesta Days Parade Marshall 2019

 

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