Brian Garibaldi, MA, LCPC, is a compassionate Counselor who works with clients to uncover the core issues that challenge them. He guides individuals in navigating their struggles—whether they arise from external interactions or internal conflicts—so they can achieve their personal goals. Specializing in adult therapy, Brian strives to understand his clients' perspectives and common themes, fostering an environment where lasting change becomes attainable. His approach recognizes that underlying issues can influence many facets of life. With a deep commitment to family dynamics, especially when working with adolescents and pre-adolescents, Brian utilizes a systems model that underscores the vital roles of each family member, particularly parents. He has a particular focus on adolescent boys in middle school, assisting those facing challenges such as Asperger's Syndrome, oppositional defiance, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. By implementing techniques from mindfulness-based therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and family systems therapy, Brian provides a comprehensive and integrative approach to healing and personal growth.

Lu Gregory is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, adults, and their families. With extensive experience in addressing issues such as Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Self-Injury, and Substance Abuse, Lu employs various therapeutic methods. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, to facilitate positive changes in mood, thought processes, and behaviors, fostering a supportive environment for her clients' growth and healing.

Gaby Gurtz, MS, LCPC, is a compassionate counselor dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey towards self-awareness and fulfillment. With over 18 years of experience in the mental health field, Gaby has successfully assisted numerous individuals, couples, and families in overcoming challenges such as depression, anxiety, parenting issues, and relationship struggles. Gaby's areas of specialty encompass working with preteens, children, teens, and adults, providing tailored support that meets clients exactly where they are in their lives. Gaby adopts a humanistic and client-centered approach, ensuring that each therapeutic experience is uniquely crafted to fit the needs and goals of the client. Passionate about empowering others, Gaby creates a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment where healing, growth, and discovery thrive. Through a combination of training and expertise, Gaby looks forward to helping clients navigate their personal journeys with confidence and resilience.

Do anxiety, trauma, and uncertainty often overshadow values and dreams? Are past experiences relived as if they are happening in the present? For many, the mind understands that healing is possible, yet the heart struggles to let go. Christine Hill, a licensed professional counselor, understands these feelings deeply. She specializes in helping individuals navigate the distressing events of their past that impact present-day functioning. If this resonates with you or someone you know, Christine is here to encourage the brave step toward seeking support. She brings hope, recognizing that no journey needs to be faced alone. Christine focuses on individuals dealing with complex trauma, PTSD, dissociative disorders, depression, and anxiety. With a rich background of living overseas, she is passionate about working with expats and third culture kids (TCKs), who benefit from her firsthand understanding of the joys and challenges of cross-cultural life. Through a warm, genuine, and empathic approach, Christine believes in the power of healing, restoration, and redemption. Above all, her commitment lies in partnering with clients to ensure they feel heard, supported, and empowered in a safe space, where they can truly embrace their authentic selves.

Halley Jacobs is an experienced psychotherapist dedicated to supporting adolescents and their families as they navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, self-injury, substance use, and school-related issues, including anxiety and refusal. With a passion for adolescent, family, and young adult mental health counseling, she also provides effective support for adults across all life stages. Halley's therapeutic approach is centered around improving internal resources and building external support systems tailored to each client's unique goals. Utilizing a dialectical behavior therapy model, she incorporates diverse strategies from various modalities to best meet her clients' needs. Halley believes that therapy is most impactful when conducted by a therapist who engages authentically, fostering a space for openness and honesty. No matter where her clients find themselves in their journey, Halley is committed to facilitating the process of reaching their desired outcomes. Her enthusiasm for providing support shines through in her work.

Dr. Laura Jansons is a highly skilled psychologist specializing in neuropsychological testing. Her objective assessments remove the uncertainty often associated with diagnosis, providing clarity and direction for effective treatment. With board certification in neuropsychological testing, she supports both adults and children by evaluating a range of conditions including mood disorders, personality issues, and neurodevelopmental challenges such as ADHD and autism spectrum disorders. Dr. Jansons' comprehensive approach addresses neurocognitive concerns like executive dysfunction and impulsivity, as well as learning disabilities and complications arising from traumatic brain injuries. Through her expertise, she aims to eliminate the guesswork associated with medications and psychotherapy, ensuring each patient receives tailored, effective care.

Kate Kelley-Schneider is a skilled counselor (LCPC) who adopts a practical and positive approach to therapy. She primarily works with teens and adults who are eager to create meaningful changes in their lives but may feel uncertain about where to start. Kate’s passion lies in forging connections with her clients, many of whom grapple with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, enabling them to cultivate a supportive and healing relationship. With a specialization in addiction and trauma, she adeptly incorporates evidence-based strategies to foster healing and personal growth. Kate utilizes a mind and body approach that encourages patience and offers a deeper understanding of all facets of her clients' lives. She is trained in EMDR therapy, which effectively assists those ensnared by past traumas, allowing them to reprocess significant events while retaining useful information and releasing what no longer serves them. Through her compassionate guidance, individuals and couples are empowered to move toward healthier resolutions in their lives.

Laura Kezdi-hamzeloo is a dedicated counselor (LCPC) who empowers her clients to feel more self-assured and in control of their lives. With a specialty in addressing challenges related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship issues, Laura is passionate about helping individuals tap into their strengths. She strives to assist them in achieving balance and fostering personal growth and meaningful change. Through her compassionate and accepting approach, Laura aims to guide her clients in developing greater self-understanding, self-compassion, and establishing more supportive relationships. Working with individuals, couples, and families, she emphasizes the importance of enhancing communication, intimacy, and overall happiness. Laura also has extensive experience supporting adolescents navigating through challenging life stages. She believes that a genuine and non-judgmental therapeutic environment is essential for effectively addressing personal challenges, enabling her clients to make healthy changes and experience healing. Laura promotes a life lived intentionally and with self-awareness, leading to enhanced meaning, purpose, and fulfillment.

Edie Kleinman is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC) with extensive experience in supporting adults navigating grief, relationship issues, and career challenges. She has a special knack for assisting women who have experienced the loss of a spouse or partner, whether through death or divorce, helping them find their independence. With a compassionate approach, Edie also addresses issues related to marriage and anger management, offering a good listening ear and thoughtful suggestions when clients are open to them. Her ideal clients are those committed to their therapeutic journey, setting goals, actively participating in sessions, and engaging with follow-up tasks. Edie's specialties include grief counseling, couples therapy, career coaching, and anger management. She has worked through the Illinois court system to facilitate anger management therapy and has proudly served as a career counselor for over two decades, helping numerous individuals through a vocational agency. Edie strives to accommodate her clients' schedules, providing flexible service hours. A unique aspect of her practice is her commitment to accessibility; she typically answers incoming calls or returns them within the hour to schedule appointments.

Sarah Koch is a dedicated social worker with over 6 years of experience in the field. She thrives on helping others by providing a nurturing space where individuals can feel heard and supported. As a licensed clinical social worker, her approach is centered around listening, guiding, and inspiring her clients. Within her office, clients can expect a warm and authentic environment where their voices are valued. Sarah is passionate about the journey of healing and is eager to embark on this transformative experience with each individual. She offers individual therapy and provides supervision for social workers pursuing licensure, making her a versatile resource in the realm of mental health and social work.

Adriana Konar is a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of experience in providing individual, couples, and group therapy. She possesses a deep passion for assisting couples dealing with relationship and communication issues, employing science-based interventions, including the Gottman method, where she has achieved Level 3 training. Adriana effectively connects with clients who are on a journey to discover their identities, improve their roles as partners, parents, and friends, and navigate challenges related to attachment, sexual orientation, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Fluency in Romanian and French allows her to offer tailored support, particularly for those grappling with cultural assimilation and immigration challenges. Her authentic personality and genuine care resonate with clients seeking a compassionate therapeutic alliance. Drawing from her diverse experience working with adolescents and adults in correctional facilities, schools, and community and private mental health settings, Adriana holds a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Judith Franklin, LCSW, is a seasoned therapist dedicated to guiding her clients through the evolving journey of life and its challenges. With a rich career that began by specializing in the treatment of adolescents and families, Judith has, over the past decade, expanded her practice to encompass individual adults and couples facing mental health issues, self-esteem concerns, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life stage transitions. She takes particular joy in supporting emerging adults as well as those navigating mid-life and beyond. Judith believes that effective therapy involves flexibly applying professional knowledge and the wisdom gained from experience to meet each client's unique needs. Her willingness to collaborate with other professionals further enhances her clients' therapeutic experiences. Colleagues and clients alike describe her style as compassionately direct, down to earth, and profoundly warm. Therapy sessions with Judith are characterized by respect, care, humor, and practicality, reflecting her commitment to working hard alongside her clients while being honored to accompany them on their journeys.

Dr. Randy Kettering is a highly experienced and energetic psychologist with a PhD, renowned for his interactive approach to therapy. He listens attentively and empathetically to help individuals navigate their life challenges, fostering solutions tailored to each person's needs. Specializing in relationship difficulties—whether marital, pre-marital, or work-related—Dr. Kettering emphasizes the importance of both past and current relationship experiences to clarify expectations and identify unproductive interaction patterns. His expertise in treating anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem stand out as his strong suits. Known for accommodating demanding schedules, he offers evening hours from Monday to Thursday. Dr. Kettering has extensive experience in helping clients assess their relationship strengths and weaknesses, empowering them to make confident decisions about their paths forward. As a cancer survivor, he possesses a unique sensitivity to the complex medical, personal, and interpersonal challenges individuals and families can face. He provides support for both patients and their loved ones, addressing the psychological aspects of treatment and recovery with compassion and insight.