Therapy Session in Illinois

I am a compassionate and supportive therapist dedicated to helping you navigate life challenges and adversities to help empower and equip you to gain greater clarity, resilience and skills to help bring you up and out of life's hardships that has diverted you from living your best life. I know how life challenges can take us off track and having us live in auto-pilot and just surviving the moments. I work with children, adolescents, teens, young adults, adults, families and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship stress and brokenness in family units. My therapeutic styles are CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Trauma-Informed, Strength and Supportive-Based Therapies all tailored to fit your wants, needs, desires and goals. I believe therapy is about working together in a safe space where you feel seen, heard and validated. Where you can come out of the someday mindset and feel empowered to make the lasting changes today. I will walk along side you in this growth journey cheering you along every step of the way. I believe in you!

I'm a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, and young adults, along with the caregivers who support them. I believe therapy works best when caregivers are active partners, so collaboration is a big part of how I work. I use Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Alternatives for Families CBT (AF-CBT), Problematic Sexual Behavior TF-CBT (PSB TF-CBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and play-based strategies to help young people process trauma, manage big emotions, and build healthier coping skills. My sessions are calm and supportive, while still engaging and age-appropriate. I work with children and teens experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and other emotional or behavioral challenges. I chose this work because I’m passionate about helping children and caregivers heal together and feel more confident moving forward.

Elizabeth is a personable, authentic clinical social worker who leads with humor, connection, and genuine care. Trained at Boston College with a focus on Children, Youth, and Families, she specializes in supporting school-aged children through anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, and self-esteem concerns. Her solution-focused approach empowers clients of all backgrounds to grow, feel understood, and build lasting self-worth.

Amy completed her Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Culture at Indiana University, and a Master’s of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at DePaul University. She works with adolescent and adult clients, and supportive of the LGBTQIA+ community. She has interests working with depression, anxiety, and life transitions. She has a desire to help clients feel empowered and confident by collaborating on their therapeutic goals and achievements. On a personal side, Amy enjoys traveling, attending Cubs games, picnics, and spending time with her nieces.

Elaine believes deeply in healing, hope, and second chances. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, she supports clients working through trauma, anxiety, and life’s challenges with compassion and cultural sensitivity. She creates a safe, steady space where you’re understood and never judged. Elaine walks with clients at their own pace, helping them build resilience, find their voice, and reclaim the life they deserve.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 16 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in counseling individuals experiencing a wide range of issues, including severe mental illness, trauma, depression anxiety and relational issues. I am passionate about working with individuals who are are struggling with co-occurring disorders and those who are need of support with daily life challenges or events. I have a wholistic approach to therapy and draw from the various modalities , including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy and dialectal behavioral therapy (DBT), in an effort to meet the need of each individual. Through the collaborative process of therapy, Through the therapeutic process, I will help to guide you to increase self-awareness, gain new perspectives, decrease symptoms, and increase personal strengths to have a more meaningful life experience. By using the power of the therapeutic relationship, I strive to create a nurturing environment and foundation to help clients heal, rebuild their lives and increase their resiliency. In every session, I use therapy as a way to nurture, challenge, support and understand clients. Healing can occur within a safe and trusting relationship.