Tasheia Williams is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois. She earned her Master?s degree in Nursing at Walden University. Among the most common myths related to mental health is the idea that one is either mentally healthy or mentally ill. Regardless of one?s state of being, they exist on a continuum. As a provider, Tasheia provides the most recent evidence-based practice treatment to fully help each patient that is struggling with mental health. Her treatments are all pat...
Education and Training: Mrs. Simona Stanila received her Bachelor's Degree in Education, Literature and Languages from the University of Bucharest, Romania and her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (MACL) from Argosy University, Schaumburg, Illinois. She is currently working towards her Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology (Psy. D. ) at Argosy University, Chicago, Illinois. During her Practicum for her Master's Degree, Mrs. Simona Stanila worked at the Streamwood Behavioral Health Center i...
Lucien Loveless is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2002. They have a BA in Psychology from University of California at Santa Cruz and an MA in Clinical Social Work from Crown Family School of Social Work, Social Policy, and Practice at University of Chicago. At their core Lucien is a trauma-informed and client-centered therapist, focusing on what tools and methods are going to be most helpful to each person in their individual therapeutic journey. There is not...
Anthony Mason is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. He graduated with his Master of Social Work and has experience working as a school social worker in a kindergarten through 8th grade school. Anthony specializes in working with children and adolescents who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger, and other behavioral health issues. He enjoys using a strength-based approach incorporated with cognitive behavior therapy and solution focused techniques. He is passionate about understan...
We value everyone that comes through our door as a unique individual. We are committed to providing a welcoming environment for all clients that come to our office, for our staff, and we also extend these values to our other professional relationships. You can meet with a therapist in-person or virtually. Therapy appointments generally last for an hour and meet routinely once a week. You and your therapist can discuss what is the best schedule for you and your situation....
Eric Maze is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois. He has a Bachelors in Social Work from Governors State University and a Masters in Social Work from Aurora University. Eric has a wide range of experiences in the school setting as a school social worker, working with elementary through high school students. He has also worked in the alternative school setting and has personal experience with grief and loss. Eric can also provide Christian Counseling. Outside of work, Eric enjoys exercise, musi...
Gina Weber, LCPC, is dedicated to helping individuals in Illinois navigate life's challenges by providing compassionate and effective therapy tailored to each client's unique needs. With a focus on skill-building and practical strategies, Gina utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing to help clients develop emotional regulation and achieve their personal goals. Gina's approach is rooted in creating a warm, welcoming environm...
Dr. Ruhina N. Ali is a Psychiatrist in Illinois. She studied General Psychiatry and completed a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Virginia Tech Carilion Clinic and graduated from St. Matthew's College of Medicine. Dr. Ali looks at the whole person, the family, and all environmental factors when she approaches patient care. She uses the latest scientific research and evidence-based practice to build a treatment plan with the patient and family. And Dr. Ali uses compassion and empathy ...
Gosha Thornton is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2010. She studied at University of Chicago, The Crown Family School of Social Work, Roosevelt University, and the School of Psychiatric Nursing in Poland. Gosha offers a lifelong focus on providing wisdom and empathy that is centered on the well-being of the clients. Although she has academic training, Gosha keeps her practice grounded in the realities of everyday life. Outside of work, Gosha enjoys music, art, ...
Welcome! College can feel like a time when you’re supposed to have it all figured out—but instead, you might find yourself stuck in roles and expectations that don’t feel like yours. Maybe you’re always putting others first, avoiding conflict, and trying to live up to family or cultural standards. But lately, that pressure feels overwhelming, and you’re starting to wonder: What do I actually want? If you’ve been struggling with setting boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, identity confusion,...
Laura Ramirez Del Rio is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. She holds a Master?s degree in Counseling from Northern Illinois University, and the credentials of Licensed Professional Counselor and Professional Educator License with a commitment to ongoing professional development. Her academic background, combined with practical experience, equips her to address a wide range of mental health concerns. Laura believes in a client-centered approach, tai...
Tessa Castillo is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois. Tessa offers a combination of clinical expertise, psychopharmacological knowledge, and holistic care that enables her to address the complex needs of individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Outside of work, Tessa loves cooking and baking, experimenting with new recipes, and baking delicious treats for her daughter. She also loves traveling, exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, and trying ne...
Megan Heniff (she, her) is a couples and family therapist, who specializes in working with children, adolescents, couples, and families. As a modern practicing therapist, Megan takes a systemic approach when working with clientele who struggle with anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, ADHD/ADD, and interpersonal problems. Her professional experiences range from working in community mental health, residential housing, and private and public-school settings. Megan received her bachelor's degre...
Hi, I’m Maddie Scudiero, and I’m so glad you’re here. If you’re a college student, you’re navigating a time full of transitions, pressures, and questions—about identity, relationships, the future, and sometimes, just how to get through the week. Therapy can be a space to pause, reflect, and build tools that help you feel more grounded, capable, and connected. I view therapy as a collaborative process, where you and I work together as a team. Our relationship is at the core of this work—bec...
Philip Montgomery, LPC, PhD, has a track record of delivering high-quality services to individuals with a variety of emotional difficulties. He believes each client's voice needs to be heard and their stories validated to allow them to feel safe so the work can begin. Philip earned an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Roosevelt University and a PhD from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He is highly experienced in the treatment of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, pe...
Hello and Welcome to Skylark Behavioral Health. We are pleased you are visiting us. If you are looking for a mental health provider– or, perhaps, looking to switch from the provider you are currently seeing– the chances are good that you have been asking yourself some difficult questions. For example, you may be asking yourself: What sort of treatment will work best for me— medications, talk therapy, or both? Are there different types of talk therapy? Which type is right for me? How ri...
Brendan Crotty, LSW, is dedicated to helping clients navigate life?s challenges with a collaborative and personalized approach. Brendan starts by meeting clients on their level and working collaboratively to help them identify how they want to improve their lives. He assists clients with creating clear goals and helping them measure their progress over time. He uses a variety of techniques, including CBT and DBT, to help clients develop concrete skills to use in their daily lives. Brendan sees c...
Specializing in talk therapy, art therapy, somatic healing and psychedelic-assisted therapy, at One Love Studio, we use these methods to help you confront and externalized oppression, address injustice, and foster personal growth. With expertise in embodied therapy, we help you reconnect with your body’s wisdom, addressing trauma and emotions held within. Together, we'll cultivate a safe and collaborative space where your choices and needs are respected, and your voice is amplified. Whether ...
Caitlin Kohls, LPC, provides compassionate and effective mental health services to individuals across Illinois, creating a safe and collaborative environment where clients can explore and address their challenges. With expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Caitlin helps clients build on their existing strengths and develop new, practical coping strategies. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, or gender identity concerns, Caitlin empowers clien...
Kristen Melchiori is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. Kristen meets her clients where they are. She works with clients to create goals and works on coping skills and tools to reach those goals. Kristen provides empathy, support, and encouragement. Outside of work, Kristen enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, riding bikes, walking dogs, and reading....