Haven't been too happy with this place. Appointments are hard to make - providers often have 8 Week lead times which lead to issues with getting prescriptions filled. And most of the providers are still virtual which for this type of practice seems like they need to be face to face to build the relationships. read more

I got this flyer when I picked up my father's death certificates... this man is not licensed in this state. He has no LPC, LCPC, is not an LCSW or LSW, nor is he even a CADC. This man has no credentials to be offering therapy to anyone. He got a Master's degree but never took (or didn't pass?) the state qualifying exam to be a therapist. I'm disappointed this guy's services are being recommended to grieving families. How predatory. read more

Meier Clinics - "Coupon" for free therapy from unlicensed man. - Counseling & Mental Health Near Me - Wheaton, Illinois

Absolutly the worst clinic. I gave these asshole my insurance info 3 times. They fucked it up 3 times. Now i have a bill collector calling me. They asked for insurancr after j stop going there well i dont have insurance now. I had it when i gave it to u. What a joke this place is. They have donte nothing but fuck me and ny cresit iver. What a buch of ass holes. read more

My son went to Meier for ADD neuropsychological testing and he was diagnosed with ADD. The neuropsychologist did a good job with the testing and issued a thorough report. We then were sent to a nurse practitioner for medication. The nurse practitioner saw my son a few times and we tried a few medications when, in the middle of trying to get my son the correct medication and dosage, the practitioner started missing appointments. We would click the zoom link and wait and no-one would show up. Then when I would call the office would say she had a family emergency and I should have received a voice mail. This happened three times. Meanwhile my son had been out of medication for months. Finally, my son waited another month, showed up for another appointment and nothing again. I called the office and they told me the practitioner had left Meier and someone should have called me. I was sent to the intake coordinator, Kelly, who assured me a new practitioner would help my son and also refill his prescription while he was waiting. The new practitioner, Amy Batista, never refilled his prescription, despite several calls from myself to the office. A month later, on the day of my son's first appointment we both sat waiting for twenty minutes--we had not even received a zoom link--and Ms. Batista did not show up. After 20 minutes I called the office and was told Ms. Batista would not treat my son because of "a history of cancelled appointments and no shows." I explained that the canceled appointments were the previous practitioner and that my son had been without medication for months now. Also, we were only 20 minutes into the appointment time when I called the office. I was sent to the intake coordinator Kelly again and was told that another practitioner would be asked to see my son but I would have to wait to see if he would take my son as a client. No contact or communication from Ms. Batista at any time. Despite calling three times, I never heard anything from this new practitioner and my son never had his ADD medicine refilled. My son has now had a 7 month gap in this treatment for ADD and has no prescription. He is off to college next month and I am scrambling to get him on proper medication before he leaves. This clinic is disorganized and the practitioners, especially Amy Batista, are unprofessional and uncaring and do not take the time to communicate with clients, the office or to even review and new client's file. Avoid Meier Clinics if you don't want to add frustration and stress to whatever situation you are already going through. read more

Scheduling an appointment with your psychiatrist is a nightmare at Meier clinic. I was told to follow up in 1 month, but the first available appointment is always at least 6 weeks out. The provider should know their schedule availability and if their availability is down, maybe they should consider not taking every Monday and Friday off. And, should you ask to see a different psychiatrist, you cannot because it is "not allowed". Then, there is dealing with assistants like Kay. Every time I call for a refill, she is rude and unpleasant on the phone. She also huffs and puffs like me calling is an inconvenience. Then there is the billing department. Trying to reach someone is a nightmare and bills don't arrive in a timely fashion at all. Meier clinic is suppose to be phenomenal, but it is not. Don't waste your time and energy. I am very disappointed with Meier Clinic. read more

Let me start by saying the doctors are the ONLY redeeming quality at this place. I began seeing my doctor 1.5 years ago after a bad experience with a psychiatrist across town. I was amazed. I didn't know psychiatrists could actually be competent and listen/respond to patients' needs and side effects. If it was not for the reception staff (who are ironically straight from Hell), I would have stayed. So if you don't mind a reception staff that may as well be literally trying to kill you through how inept they are...still run away. To my point. As others have already stated before me, the front office receptionists are where the issues lie. I would have to follow-up with the front office two or three times in order to get my medications refilled, BECAUSE MY PHARMACY COULD NOT GET THROUGH TO MY DOCTOR. Yesterday, I went into my appointment so livid I was hysterical. I had been given a new medication for the month that does not have a generic (atypical antipsychotic), and my doc gave me 1 month of samples. My appointment was on Friday, and I ran out of medication on Monday. I had called the office 2 times, leaving a voicemail for my Doctor's assistant and then again to follow-up on my voicemail because no one called me back. And not once did I hear anything-in any capacity-from my doc. Apparently, the office never gave my doc my message. And while my doc said he was given my phone number to call back to counsel on med information, I never received a call back. From ANYONE. Turns out the number they gave my psychiatrist was (shocker) not mine. My doctor sympathized completely. He was embarrassed at the treatment I continually received and noted on my way in to appointments. I ended up leaving his office with referrals of practices and psychiatrists he finds respectable. He gave me enough refills and samples to last until I can find another doctor. The End. (Thank God for that much) read more

I've been going to Meier Clinics for about 2 years. I have changed counselors a few times, just to switch it up and find the right fit. I've also recently began seeing Dr. Lee, one of the psychiatrists. Everyone is wonderful! I have never found anyone who works at Meier Clinics to be rude. Whenever I need something, such as canceling an appointment or needing to speak to a doctor during the day, they are quick make it happen and do so kindly. I feel really feel cared for by everyone there! I have also never had an issue with billing. Keep in mind that people are more like to write a review, about an establishment or product, if they have had a negative experience. However, I know that everyone is different and needs to find the right place for them. I encourage you to try Meier Clinics and see if it works for you. read more

NOTE: Although they had 65+ on a therapist site they would not treat me because I am 65. They did not tell me why they are discriminating on the basis of age. read more

I went to Meier Clinics with intentions of getting spiritual counseling. I was very dissatisfied when my therapist only used the Bible to write out and sign my receipt after each visit as a clip board. I didn't feel the therapist was focused on me or listened. My sessions were rushed towards the end. The front desk people were very kind and professional. I had to take a sabbatical for health reasons and my therapist never checked in with me. It's been over 2 years. Thank Goodness my Psychiatrist's doing talk therapy with me. I wouldn't recommend this clinic. read more

Wow. I am speechless. I have never been treated so poorly, let alone from a CHRISTIAN Clinic. I have been going to Meier clinics since about June. I was previously seeing a different doctor on their staff, however after that doctor left, I was 'transferred' into the care of another, Dr. Caccacio. Today was going to be my first time working with Dr. Caccacio, I have never met him previously. I arrived at the office at 10:03 for my 10:10 appt. I checked in with no problems, was told to have a seat. [The woman I checked in with is always very friendly. She looks professional and has a face and voice that always makes her seem very genuine. I like her.] As I am sitting in the waiting room, 15-20 mins go by and I think nothing of it. Its a doctors office after all and appts tend to go like this from time to time. But then I finally hear my name and walk up to the door thinking its time for my appt. But instead a woman named Margie waves me back over to the check in windows. She starts by telling me today was going to be a 1/2 appt because dr. caccacio has a new patient. and I'm thinking well okay? why should he getting a new patient cut into my appt time. Like not selfishly... so I ask why and she goes well because there is no appt for you today so he will squeeze you in. just like that. just so calmly and chill, as if I already knew this. So I argue, I had this appt scheduled for a long time how could they not have an appt for me. She CLAIMS they had one for me back in sept. which i question why considering I last was there in July and the appt was scheduled for 3 months, in line with my prescriptions. She says shes not sure but theres no problems because he will see me. I go back to sit down, while upset Im at least satisfied by the fact they will see me. So who cares I guess its gonna end up working out. But all while I am thinking about this start thinking to myself 'I hope they dont expect me to pay the full amount for a half appt'. Makes sense right? its not my mistake after all. Then i get called back up and again to the window. Its like she read my mind, Margie then begins to tell me that I have to pay the full copay PLUS omg PLUS i have to pay a $20 missed appt fee. my jaw litterally dropped. I argued why would i pay a missed appt fee when I am here for my appt. The date that should have been scheduled. she says because he had a different schedule and when i didnt show up that date in sept. that was a missed appt. I argued but it should have never been made that date. She tells me she 'vaguely remembers trying to squeeze me in when scheduling my appt'. but then in the same breath says 'but i cant remember who took your appt.' what? how does that work? and you're telling me you make 50+ appts a day and you somehow remember mine? yeah, okay. Plus I DO however, remember when i scheduled the appt i spoke with the lady at the front desk that i was telling you I liked. She has a gold necklace with her name on it but unfortunately right now I am at a loss from my adrenaline. So Margie continues saying he wont see me unless i pay the fee and the full copay. I would have paid the full copay, I would have. I probably would have even paid the fee realistically but the fact it was a threat absolutely not. Followed by "if you dont pay it he will not reschedule you." Basically telling me to never come back. Am I wrong? Did i not just get told they will not be of help to me? Anyways, I left the clinic balling. Tears every where. just at a loss of what to do now for starters. So, with probably a little over 2 weeks left of my RXs I will have to find another doc that can get me in last moment, not only that, but that means ill have to pay more for the initial appt as well. and If i dont get a refill, I will begin to go into withdrawal. and thats not fun. So thank you Margie and Dr. Caccacio for being good Christians and for helping out one of your patients. read more

If you are in need of any help, do not go anywhere near this organization - they personify the Christian hypocrisy cliché almost effortlessly. I had a day-of work emergency that I required a basic reschedule. I was told that the doctor will not only not reschedule near term, but ever. I had to literally ask them to repeat as there was no way this could be a real policy. The only response I received was that MAYBE I could talk with a nurse practitioner but even that wasn't a guarantee. From the moment I called to simply reschedule, I was tossed around person to person and treated like this is some sort of an unheard of atrocity. The fact that it truly resulted in a punishment by blacklisting is the most absurd response I've ever encountered in any experience I've ever had in personal wellness. The overwhelmingly terrible reviews on several channels should've warned me to not even bother but I took with a grain of salt. Alas, reading more and more reviews has opened my eyes further - this is clearly a pill-factory only interested in revenue, not you. read more

The most obtuse, lame, disinterested communications ever. Nobody returns calls from voice mails you are referred to that have nothing to do with your issue. Daughter went in for testing, proctor took a 2 hour lunch. Still don't know what insurance will cover that's another voice mail adventure. Stay away unless you like to hear advertisements for the clinic while on hold. . read more

This is a great place to go no matter what your dealing with in life. Like anything you need to find the right person that gels like Magellan with your personality. I also like that it is Christian based counseling. read more

Meier Clinics - Counseling & Mental Health Near Me - Wheaton, Illinois

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Meier Clinics Wheaton is a train wreck. Much of the staff is downright unqualified to practice in the mental health field . . . they can actually exacerbate the patient's problems . . . while a few are well-meaning, but mediocre practitioners. But as for billing and records and timeliness of anything, as I said - a train wreck. My young adult son was enrolled in their Catalyst 3-week outpatient therapy program. It was basically a baby-sitting service for young adults. I attended a couple of 'family therapy' group sessions, and OMG the therapist was so awful and unqualified, it constituted torture. My son got absolutely nothing from the 3 weeks spent there. And get this, the staff BEGAN his psychological testing on the next-to-last day of CATALYST. So this vital information that they need to really address his issues and customize his therapy, they did not even begin gathering until the end of the 3 week session. That is malpractice. And they didn't even finish the testing and asked him to come back for an afternoon after the 3 week sessions was over so he could finish answering the questions. They were supposed to have a discharge meeting with he and I, but were not prepared, so they put us off for 3 weeks. At the end discharge meeting, they explained that they were reviewing his psych testing info and would be starting their evaluation soon. As of now, 4 months after the completion of his CATALYST sessions and psychological testing, we still have been provided no evaluation results. And then, the bill came. What an inane mess. Meier Clinics is a sham. If you need a place that can write scripts for psych meds, they'll do the job. But if you need diagnosis or actual therapy, they are the WRONG PLACE. read more

This place basically saved my life. Was going through depression and the counselor they matched me to was wonderful. They were able to work with me through some scheduling issues I had. Everyone at Meier Clinics really seemed to care about me and didn't treat me like just another copay. Would recommend them to anyone - even my own mother! read more

The doctors are great. Caring and helpful. The billing staff is horrible. Absolutely horrible. They're rude and don't follow through and then lie about what they said they'd do. I didn't think it could get worse than the billing lady from last year, but the new one really takes the rudeness to a whole new level. I don't know if the average counselor there has any idea how awful the staff is, but I'm sure the owners know. And that's a shame. read more

How is it that none of their Dr's work after 4pm? Why isn't this information shared at the first visit. For any teen it's difficult to trust-why aren't they honest from the start? Don't they help parents who have jobs? I was having to miss work days every month and my child school. read more

Just don't. For a myriad of reasons, many already reported by others here. The "Christian" part is what really is interesting. Trying to think of something positive but even the office decor is not impressive. read more

I don't have insurance and was told that some of the counselors provide a lower cost for private pay clients, however, I needed meds and saw Dr. Cassacio who will not take a reduced cost. After a first visit, all follow-up visits cost me $165.00 out of pocket. What a way to help the hurting. Also, I have a friend who went to the day clinic and he definitely did not recommend it. He ended up leaving early but his insurance was charged. What says 'Christian' in both of these examples. read more

I read a lot of negative reviews on here and I just have to say that I do not agree with many of them. I do admit that there are some doctors/therapists in the practice who I do not like, but each client has their own needs and wants that they are looking for and this should not be discredited. I originally began going to Meier in 2012 for their after school program for teenagers. It was a great experience that dramatically improved my situation. I began to go to school more, talking to my parents more about the problems I was facing, and my depression and anxiety improved. I saw a therapist from that program until I went away to university in fall 2014 and he was the best therapist I have seen. I have also been seeing Dr. Lee since 2012 (so for the past 6 years) and I really like him. He's easy to talk to and doesn't treat me like I am an idiot. He also genuinely cares about my opinions on treatment and how my medications are working and listens when I ask if a change would be beneficial. That being said, I did have a negative experience with Dan Parrish (as I saw a few other reviewers note). I saw him for several weeks when my insurance decided not to cover my other therapist and our sessions were very bad for my well-being. That itself is the only reason I am giving a 4 instead of a 5. As someone who is not religious, I never had a problem with their "christian" approach. I simply stated that I was not interested in that type of counseling and they have respected that and not forced those beliefs on me at all. I do believe there are people there who can help anyone, it may just take a bit of searching for you to find who best suits you. read more

My review is based on my phone dealing in attempt to book an appointment and subsequent cancellation. I have never received counseling services there. My initial call was handled with a considerable lack of professionalism. The girl was very casual with me which was weird. I still booked the appointment which wasn't easy because they advertise Saturday appointments but they don't offer them. A few days later I received a voice mail with my insurance benefits detailed which was incorrect after I called my insurance to verify but it would have still left me with a very high cost for only a 45 minute appointment. When I called back to discuss this she said the price was high because I was booked with a psychologist vs. a counsellor which made sense to me. Then I asked how much would a counsellor be and she quoted me only 10.00 less...Umm, that's not a significant difference. The whole conversation was shady with a lot of 'hold on' and 'let me check', blah blah. I just now called to cancel my 100.00 appointment and this lady wouldn't let me off the phone until I told her why..Umm, because your prices are too high and have shady business practices. For a Christian clinic they certainly lack empathy! read more

This review is not meant for all of Meier Clinic. Overall I think it is a good place. However, there are bad apples in every bunch. If Dan Parrish is still there and if he is recommended to anyone, I would suggest asking for another referral. The man was as unprofessional as they come, is only interested in money, and while he was supposed to be helping my son, all they ever talked about was their mutual love of video games. My son's behavior and attitude was 10x worse after seeing Dan Parrish. I stopped my son's appointments, lodged several complaints with the Clinic itself, and never once did I get a response. However, I do get a bill for an appointment they say we missed because I got the date/day wrong. And while I was waiting for this appointment, I was in the waiting room for an hour, and not once did anyone ask me who I was there to see, and several other doctors came out to get their patients. Not once did they care that we had been waiting for over an hour for one of their associates who was not even there. But again, I still get a bill every month for an appointment that never happened that Parrish claims we missed, when, in fact, he was the one that never showed. read more