Lisa M.Schab, LCSW, is a certified clinical social worker in the Chicago suburbs who runs a private counseling office. She is the author of eight self-help books and workbooks for children and adults, as well as a weekly parenting column for Chicago Parent magazine. Schab conducts public workshops on self-help and relaxation treatment, as well as professional training courses for therapists. She graduated from Northwestern University with a bachelor's degree in social work and Loyola University with a master's degree in clinical social work. At lisamschabooks.com, you may learn more about Schab.