Jennifer Raines is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. Jennifer thinks that everyone has the ability to effect change in their life. She focuses on empowering individuals to set attainable goals and make the changes they need by helping them to utilize their strengths and ability to be resilient. To Jennifer, counseling is a collaboration between client and counselor, both parties having an active role in identifying what is working, what is not working and making changes were needed....
Madaline is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) , with certifications as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) , as well as a Trauma Practitioner (CTP). She is aware that therapy may be a new experience for someone and hopes that humor, when appropriate, will allow individuals to feel more at ease during sessions. Madaline graduated with her Masters from Aurora University and has experience working with many different ages and personal struggles one may face. She has experience working with students w...
Taylor is a psychotherapist, who graduated from Governors State University with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Taylor has been working within the mental health field since 2016. Taylor says that helping people is one of her biggest passions in life. Being able to collaborate and walk through the therapeutic journey together is something she feels very strongly about. Taylor believes that being able to create a safe environment free of judgment is an essential foundation to thera...
Tahseen Shaista is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2012. She has a Bachelors in Science and Masters in Business Administration from Osmania University, India, and a Master's of Science in Education (Counseling) from Western Illinois University. Tahseen works with individuals from a person-centered approach, providing empathic understanding, genuineness, a non-judgmental and holistic approach. Tahseen works with the perspective that an individual has th...
Camille Ellimac-Raheem is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. She graduated from Seton Hall University with an M. A. in Professional Counseling and is currently pursuing her Ph. D in Counseling & Psychological Studies. Camille is passionate about helping clients create goals and action plans to navigate life's challenges. In order to have an effective therapeutic relationship with clients, it is imperative that the client and Camille work collaboratively in order for the client to ach...
Reanna Barth, LPC, helps individuals and families across Illinois navigate life?s challenges with compassion, insight, and a strengths-based approach. She incorporates a systemic perspective to assist clients in understanding how their environments influence their behaviors and choices, empowering them to create positive change. Reanna serves children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, offering personalized care that meets the unique needs of each age group. Her expertise spans individual, famil...
Baiba Davydenkovas is a bilingual Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2018. Baiba brings a multicultural, diverse, and non-judgmental approach to each individual, couple, family, or group issue. Outside of work, Baiba enjoys spending time with her family, camping, small trips, and discovering new places, foods, and experiences....
Lynette Terrell is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2011. She has an undergraduate degree from Governors State University with a major in Pre-Clinical Psychology and minor in Addictions Studies, and a Master's degree in Clinical Professional Psychology at Roosevelt University. Lynette's goal is to help you build a more satisfying life by creating long-lasting positive change and resilience. Her approach is collaborative, understanding, caring, ...
Cara McGhee, LPC takes a holistic eclectic approach to therapy. With the holistic aspect, Cara addresses symptoms as one way an individual's cognizance can convey consideration to an individual's advance perception. In the eclectic aspect, Cara uses various theoretical approaches to meet client's needs. Cara also addresses the therapeutic relationship with the belief that a stable relationship incorporates trust, authenticity, autonomy and optimistic outcomes. Cara has experience with survivors ...
As a Licensed Social Worker, the focus of my practice has been assisting client's in finding their true potential by overcoming life's obstacles and encouraging empowerment. I provide a safe, client centered approach to explore and navigate solutions. Throughout my career I have worked with all ages in community mental health and inpatient settings. I incorporate various types of treatment including CBT and DBT to achieve optimal health and wellness. My specialties including Addictions, Depressi...
I graduated from Purdue University with my Bachelors in Psychology and a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. I had always known from a young age that I enjoyed working with children and adolescents, and I quickly figured out that Counseling was the right career path for me. I always valued helping others and providing a supportive surrounding for those who may feel lost, alone or helpless. I earned my Masters from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, with concentrations in C...
Jessie Knoble, LSW, is dedicated to helping individuals on their unique paths to peace and healing. Serving the diverse communities of Illinois, Jessie provides compassionate care tailored to each person's story, acknowledging the beauty and pain that shape our lives. With a core belief in the importance of being heard, respected, and validated, Jessie supports clients in rewriting their narratives to embrace strength and resilience. Specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD/tra...
Welcome! You are in the right place! Elisabeth Pasch is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience serving adolescents, adults, and incarcerated individuals through Community-based counseling, Inpatient Psychiatric Services, and Inpatient and Outpatient Substance Use and Mental Health Services. As a clinician who maintains her own wellness and growth through therapy, she understands the value of developing a trusting, non-judgmental, compassionate, encouraging, a...
Adrienne Driscoll, APN, PMHNP, provides comprehensive mental health care to patients across Illinois. With extensive experience in various clinical settings, she excels at listening to her patients, formulating accurate diagnoses, and collaborating to create effective, personalized treatment plans. Her approach emphasizes teamwork, ensuring that each patient feels supported and involved in their journey towards better mental health. Adrienne specializes in treating a broad spectrum of mental hea...
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...
Ms. Shauntai P. Taylor is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois with more than 14 years of experience in the field. She holds an MA in School Counseling Psychology and specializes in providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to individuals with various mental health challenges. Ms. Taylor adopts a client-centered and collaborative approach to counseling, tailoring interventions to meet each individual's unique needs and goals. Her therapeutic style is characterized by empathy, a...
Veris Hawkins-Smith is a Psychotherapist who has been practicing since 2019. She graduated from Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL with a MSEd in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Veris believes in a Behavioral Approach that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy. Veris believes life is a journey full of obstacles that impact one's well-being, however any challenge can be overcome with the correct tools. She treats each client rel...
Laura Sauer-Kenward is a Licensed Social Worker with a special interest in identity formation, breaking shame cycles, and mending communication barriers. Her approach is to listen first to allow her clients space to share their story and struggles without judgment. She aims to assist her clients to recognize their own potential, build their inner and outer resources, and embrace their individuality. She values creating a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment. Laura sees individuals aged 1...
Jaclyn Weiss, LSW, is dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic space for clients throughout Illinois. She brings warmth and compassion to her practice, fostering a comfortable environment where clients can work on their mental health challenges. Jaclyn specializes in helping adults and seniors manage conditions like anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). With extensive training in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dial...
Veronica Pena is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. There are joys of being a parent and there are also the difficult, confusing, frustrating, and exhausting moments where you might feel like you don't know what to do to help your child. Kids struggling with behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem sometimes need an extra hand to help them navigate the difficulties in life. Veronica understands both childhood development and the complexities of parental struggles, a...