Jaq Zuidema, LCSW, CPATP

Psychotherapist

Jaq Zuidema (they/them) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and is a certified Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Provider through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. They earned their Master’s in Social Work from the University of Oklahoma in 2022.

Jaq is the founder of AutiZen Therapy, PLLC, a virtual therapy clinic specializing in support for Autistic, ADHD, and gender-expansive individuals. Their therapeutic approach integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to foster deep self-understanding and healing. As a Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapist, Jaq also incorporates somatic practices to help clients regulate their nervous systems and reconnect with their bodies.

In addition to being a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist and ADHD Clinical Specialist, Jaq brings lived experience as an AuDHD and gender-expansive individual, offering both professional expertise and personal insight in their work.

Originally from Oklahoma, Jaq enjoys bachata dancing, DJing, crocheting, and drawing in their free time.

Licensed in IL & OK

To schedule a consultation with Jaq please visit www.autizentherapy.com

Jaq Zuidema Clinical Social Worker Oak Park

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