About Lubowa Shimonde

Lubowa Shimonde is a Master’s student studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Concordia University, Chicago. She earned her bachelor’s in psychology with minors in neuroscience and criminology from Eastern Illinois University. With nearly five years of experience in mental health, Lubowa has worked in various settings, from inpatient psychiatric care to community mental health counseling.

Lubowa is passionate about walking alongside her clients as they navigate a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, and trauma. Using a warm and compassionate approach, she aims to support the whole person. Her practice is rooted in person-centered, humanistic, and social justice approaches, and she integrates cognitive behavioral and postmodern interventions to best meet the unique needs of each individual. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, as well as serving BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Arlington Heights Office
3233 North Arlington Heights Road, Suite 300, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
P: 847-221-5622 | F: 847-221-5688

Schaumburg Office
650 East Algonquin Road, Suite 108, Schaumburg, IL 60173
P: 847-221-5622 | F: 847-221-5688

Lake in the Hills Office
9 Crystal Lake Road, Suite 250 Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
P: 847-221-5622 | F: 847-221-5688

Email: [email protected]

Telehealth services are also available

BZA Behavioral Health, located in the NW Suburbs and far NW Suburbs of Chicago, specializes in experienced behavioral health wellness, counseling, therapy and psychological testing services for individuals and families. BZA serves children, adolescents and adults and provides consultation for professionals.

Proudly serving Schaumburg, Palatine, Lake In The Hills, Algonquin, Hoffman Estates, Arlington Heights, Barrington, Elk Grove, Mt. Prospect, Buffalo Grove, Elgin, Bartlett, Park Ridge, Northbrook, Des Plaines, Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, Libertyville, Cary, Wonder Lake, Island Lake, Fox River Grove, Crystal Lake, Carpentersville, Huntley, Woodstock, McHenry, Gilberts, Dundee and their surrounding communities.