Therapy Session in Illinois

I am a dedicated social worker committed to helping individuals recognize their strengths and true resiliency. I strive to provide the tools and resources needed to navigate difficult times and to find positivity even in challenging situations. My work focuses deeply on supporting individuals experiencing anxiety and depression, and on helping them develop coping skills that strengthen their overall resilience. I look forward to building a strong, trusting relationship where individuals feel safe and comfortable bringing any concerns to our time together. Together, we will work toward meaningful solutions that create a hopeful and inspiring new beginning for anyone facing adversity. My primary goal is to offer support and empower every individual by the end of our work together. Each person I meet fuels my passion and dedication to the mental health field, and I remain committed to finding solutions and providing ongoing support for all.

I enjoy working with children and adolescents, and creating a welcoming space where they can feel comfortable being themselves. I believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, so I use an individualized, integrative style that meets each child where they are. By focusing on strengths, collaboration, and evidence-based practices, I aim to support emotional development, resilience and meaningful progress.

Dr. Mays helps people who’ve spent years putting themselves last finally prioritize their healing. With 20+ years of experience across psychiatric, substance use, child welfare, and forensic settings, she brings deep expertise to clients facing trauma, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming stress. Trained in Community Psychology, Counseling, and Social Work, she offers a compassionate, structured path to relief, resilience, and renewed well-being.

Seiko is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps adolescents and young adults navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions. With experience supporting diverse families and a multicultural perspective shaped by her upbringing in Japan, she honors each client’s unique story. She offers a warm, collaborative space to set meaningful goals and build lasting emotional wellbeing.

Claire brings decades of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and seniors through anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting challenges, and major life transitions. A licensed Clinical Social Worker and doctor of Clinical and Forensic Psychology, she blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Christian faith-based principles for clients seeking a spiritual approach. Her calm, steady presence helps clients feel safe and understood.

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'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.