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Elise McDonald
LPC
Virtual session
Child Therapist 5-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attachment-Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Family Therapy
Play Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Psychodynamic
Psychoanalytic
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
My son loves Elise. We had to reschedule from our session yesterday because of a basketball game and I was just going to cancel it and he begged me not to cancel it to just try to find another day that we can do it. That says a lot. Thx!
9 days ago
Next available: Dec 8
Next available: Dec 8

Zi'nequa Parker
LSW
Virtual session
Child Therapist 5-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Therapy
Play Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Zi'nequa's calm, open-minded approach helps children, teens, and adults feel supported as they work through anxiety, depression, anger, and self-esteem concerns. She uses CBT, mindfulness, grounding techniques, and resilience-building skills in both individual and group settings. She creates a safe space where clients feel heard and guided toward practical tools that help them grow with confidence and clarity.
Next available: Dec 8
Next available: Dec 8

Helena Bentil
LMSW
Virtual session
Child Therapist 10-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Helena's passion is helping children and teens feel understood as they navigate anxiety, depression, school stress, trauma, and self-esteem challenges. Trained at Southern Illinois University with a focus on Health and Mental Health, she uses an empathetic, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to support growth. She creates a safe space where young clients can build confidence and discover their strengths.
Next available: Dec 10
Next available: Dec 10

Arelys Perez
LCSW
Virtual session
Child Therapist 5-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Play Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Very helpful. Our therapist was very clear on what to expect and what the process is. She made sure all our questions were answered. She made my daughter feel Comfortable and My daughter is very happy with how her session went. She can’t wait for the next one
1 month ago
Next available: Dec 10
Next available: Dec 10
Kendall Passmore
LCSW
Virtual session
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Art Therapy
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Kendall is known for her calm, supportive presence and her ability to help clients show up exactly as they are. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in schools, hospitals, and community care, she supports children, teens, and adults through stress, life transitions, and self-discovery. Her approach is collaborative, compassionate, and focused on building the strengths clients already have.
Next available: Dec 8
Next available: Dec 8

Pamela Brewers
LCSW
Virtual session
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Therapy
Pamela brings over a decade of experience supporting children, teens, and adults through anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and major life changes. Trained at Johnson C. Smith University with a focus on child and adolescent services, she blends empathy, collaboration, and practical tools in her work. She helps clients build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
Next available: Dec 6
Next available: Dec 6

Sabra Maurice
LCPC
Virtual session
Child Therapist 5-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Art Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Play Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Sabra helps clients heal with a holistic approach that honors mind, body, emotions, and spirit. Trained at Bradley University and experienced with all ages, she specializes in trauma and is certified in EMDR. Her work is rooted in a developmental, humanistic style that meets clients where they are. She offers a safe, open, and nonjudgmental space where healing and growth can truly begin.
Next available: Dec 8
Next available: Dec 8

Dante Painter
LSW
Virtual session
Child Therapist 10-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Dante is known for his honest, accepting approach and his ability to help clients explore anxiety, trauma, OCD, phobias, sexual trauma, abusive dynamics, and self-injury with compassion and clarity. Trained at the University of Chicago in trauma and third-wave therapies, he creates a space where nothing is “too much” to discuss. He gently challenges clients toward greater freedom, confidence, and authenticity.
Next available: Dec 8
Next available: Dec 8

Maliya Smith
LPC
Virtual session
Child Therapist 5-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Therapy
Play Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Psychodynamic
Psychoanalytic
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
It was helpful because now I feel like we have a plan in place and both are going to be supported in this journey. It was also helpful that she was able to get Khloe to open up. I look forward to our future sessions.
21 days ago
Next available: Dec 10
Next available: Dec 10

Emma Palmer
LCSW
Virtual session
Child Therapist 10-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Psychodynamic
Psychoanalytic
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Emma is a trauma-informed therapist trained at Loyola University who supports teens, young adults, and adults through life transitions, self-esteem challenges, mood disorders, and complex trauma. She offers a warm, nonjudgmental space and draws from psychodynamic, mindfulness, CBT/DBT, and relational approaches. Her focus is whole-person healing—mind, body, and spirit—and helping clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow.
Next available: Dec 8
Next available: Dec 8
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