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....
Barbara Duran is a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 5 years of experience as a master's level clinician working with older adults and their families. Barbara has experience with motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy and psychotherapy. Barbara's experience includes facilitation of leading support groups for caregivers, grief support, risk assessment, and care planning. Barbara values person-centered and strength-based care. In her free time, Barbara enjoys spending time w...
Patricia Roy, MD, is a dedicated psychiatrist based in Illinois who brings over 15 years of experience to her work with children, adolescents, and young adults. She is deeply committed to helping families navigate challenges related to ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Dr. Roy strives to create a supportive and empathetic environment for patients and their caregivers, recognizing that no two individuals are alike. She is passionate about empowering young people to reach th...
Sunflower Clinical Group is an in-office and telehealth (online) therapy practice located in downtown Evanston, Illinois. Sunflower serves Illinois residents state-wide with a particular focus on emerging adults as well as members of the LGBTQ+ community, including those who identify as Trans or Nonbinary. We take most commercial insurance plans including plans. Sunflower has multiple providers with experience in working with undergraduates and grad students to help them navigate stress, anxi...
Lisa is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since February 2018. She graduated from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology with a Masters in Art Clinical Psychology in Specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis. Lisa believes in integrating Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Applied Behavior Analysis to provide counseling treatment services. Lisa believes whatever client brings into session should be the focus and hope to empower as well as support client in working th...
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...
Terri Gray, PMHNP-BC, is an experienced psychiatric nurse practitioner at LifeStance Health, offering compassionate mental health care to individuals across Illinois. She provides medication management and supportive therapy, using a culturally sensitive approach to ensure each patient feels seen and understood. Her empathetic, respectful approach creates a safe space where clients can explore their concerns and receive tailored support for their mental health needs. Terri specializes in treatin...
Mija Bradford, LPC, is a compassionate therapist dedicated to guiding individuals through their spiritual and emotional journeys. Mija believes that many struggles stem from a misalignment with one's true self and works to help clients reconnect with their inner essence. They provide a safe, sacred space for clients to explore their spiritual identity, moving beyond surface-level symptoms to address the root causes of distress. Mija specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma, partic...
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...
Steph Key is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2022. Steph's approach is person centered with an emphasis on mindfulness, play, and community care from a trauma informed perspective. They utilize CBT, narrative, mindfulness, DBT, and play therapy. Steph is currently working on developing a combination of play and narrative therapeutic models for adults through creativity and creative writing. They firmly believe that clients are the experts, and they are s...
Natasha Mahmood, LSW, provides a compassionate and supportive environment for clients across Illinois. Specializing in evidence-based therapeutic techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and play therapy for younger clients, Natasha tailors her approach to each individual's unique needs. She focuses on helping clients set realistic goals and develop coping skills to manage symptoms and improve their day-to-day lives. Natasha is especially skilled in working with children, adolescents,...
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...
Nina Dismukes has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling with attention issues, learning disabilities, substance use, self-esteem, expressing emotions, trauma, coping skills, and more. Nina believes that effective therapy is a soulful-healing process that takes time, patience, loyalty, self-love, and the openness to communicate. Nina feels that it is important to help empower patients by allowing them to express themselves in a way that makes them feel com...
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...
Dr. Denise Garcia is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois who has been practicing since 2021. She obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from Resurrection University and her Doctorate Degree in Nursing from Rush University College of Nursing. Dr. Garcia is certified in psychiatry across the lifespan and is trained to work with different populations. She can provide services like psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and order laboratory tests/imagining. Dr. Garcia can a...
My practice is guided by curiosity and nonjudgment. Therapy is a place to let go of shame, where all topics can be brought to the table. My goal is to provide a safe space where we can question, cry, laugh, and feel it all together. My style is deeply empathetic and introspective with a sense of playfulness and lightheartedness. I practice from an emotions-focused, attachment, and psychodynamic lens. My approach also includes existential, narrative, trauma-informed, and harm-reduction frameworks...
Sammie Hoyle is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who is passionate about helping people to become their best selves. She has expertise in a variety of issues, including LGBTQ+, behavioral concerns, personality disorders, depression management, couples/family concerns, management of stress and anxiety, enhancement of self-confidence and self-esteem, and adapting to changes in your life and identity. She seeks to listen but also aids in growth and change. Sammie's approach to therapy...
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...
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....
Johanna Janik is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) at LifeStance Health who is dedicated to helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve personal growth. Serving clients throughout Illinois, Johanna creates a compassionate and non-judgmental therapeutic environment tailored to each individual?s unique needs. Her goal is to empower clients to navigate life?s complexities and find greater fulfillment through self-awareness, resilience, and actionable change. Johanna has extensive experience wo...