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Dr. Linda Jean Strothman, a clinical social worker and therapist, believes that love, meaning, and a sense of competence are essential for living joyfully. Acknowledging that life's challenges can create feelings of despair, she emphasizes that everyone possesses inner resources for growth and healing. Linda sees her role in the therapeutic journey as that of a midwife to her clients' growth—supporting them with hope, witnessing their pain and joy, and facilitating self-discovery. She actively works to interrupt destructive interactions within relationships, offering innovative ways to articulate concerns and express care. With a blend of optimism and patience, she provides a flexible and collaborative approach tailored to her clients' needs. Her motto, 'There is never only one way,' underlines her commitment to using diverse methods for therapeutic progress. Linda is experienced in several modalities, including psychodynamic therapy, family systems, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and trauma work. As a certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist, she focuses on building friendship, managing conflict, and fostering shared meaning in relationships. Her work extends to individuals, couples, and families, particularly those facing complex challenges, including minority and highly distressed families. Linda’s background includes early pioneering efforts in therapy for individuals experiencing intimate violence, parent-child dynamics, and counseling for athletes. She is also knowledgeable about chronic illness challenges and alternative health practices and offers pre-marital counseling along with clinical consultation and staff training.

Diana Jean-Louis is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist who warmly embraces a diverse clientele, each facing unique challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and the complexities of relationships. With a focus on marital and premarital concerns as well as trauma and PTSD, she creates a supportive environment where individuals and couples can embark on their journey of clarity, healing, and personal growth. Diana's approach is refreshingly honest, as she believes in serving clients with authentic truths and empathetic guidance that empowers them to conquer their struggles. Her expertise enables her to navigate complex relationship dynamics skillfully, defusing chaos and identifying core issues while providing effective solutions. Through her integrative modalities, including EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and the Gottman Method, Diana assists her clients in unraveling their past, illuminating hidden factors that influence their present circumstances. Clients can expect to leave each session rejuvenated, having gained valuable insights into their challenges and equipped for lasting transformation. With Diana, the changes experienced during therapy are not just immediate but are designed to leave a profound impact on one's life.

Dr. Linsey Johnson is a dedicated psychologist who understands that the journey toward change and seeking help can present significant challenges. She provides unwavering support to those looking to alleviate their suffering and enrich their lives with meaning. Dr. Johnson emphasizes the importance of self-compassion in the healing process, recognizing how difficult this can be during emotional struggles. In her practice, she creates a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients can openly share their experiences, fostering compassion and insight to promote transformation. With over 15 years of professional experience, Dr. Johnson primarily works with older adolescents and adults, addressing a variety of concerns including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma, grief, and eating disorders. Additionally, she adeptly manages relationship challenges, academic or workplace issues, parenting difficulties, low self-esteem, and sexuality matters. Her approach is insight-oriented and relational, guiding clients to uncover the roots of their challenges. By integrating mindfulness, self-compassion, and behavioral therapies, Dr. Johnson opens pathways to new perspectives and emotional relief. She is committed to guiding individuals on their journey toward meaningful change.

Marta Johnson, LCSW, is a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping adults and elders navigate life's complexities. For those seeking change or support during difficult times, her approach reflects courage and strength, as she honors the choice to seek professional help. As a therapist, Marta listens carefully with respect, openness, and patience, believing that each individual is the expert in their own life. She specializes in supporting younger adults facing professional challenges, transitions to new environments, and changes in life circumstances. Marta conducts therapy from an insight-oriented perspective, often incorporating EMDR, a powerful integrative psychotherapy method, to help her clients effectively process their experiences. By first understanding the concerns that bring individuals into therapy, she tailors her therapeutic approach to meet each client's specific goals and needs, fostering a safe and supportive environment for growth.

Javita Johnson is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist, specializing in helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of daily life. She understands that the concept of balance can often feel unreachable, particularly for those who are overwhelmed by the demands of work, relationships, and personal well-being. Many find themselves feeling drained at the end of the day, withdrawing from the world and their loved ones, and questioning the future of their relationships. These feelings of unfulfillment, sadness, frustration, and helplessness are common, but with Javita’s guidance, individuals can regain control and discover a path to a happier self and more fulfilling relationships. Javita invites those ready to take a courageous leap into self-exploration, identifying the roadblocks that prevent them from achieving balance and fulfillment. As a compassionate therapist, she fosters a warm and collaborative environment, encouraging her clients to express their emotions, set personal goals, and define what happiness means to them. By utilizing various therapeutic skills and techniques, she empowers individuals to build on their strengths while enhancing communication and assertiveness skills.

Erin Johnston is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist who believes in a collaborative model of therapy. In her sessions, clients often find that the atmosphere resembles two individuals engaging in a heartfelt conversation rather than the traditional doctor-patient dynamic. Erin views the challenges faced by her clients not as symptoms of an abnormal psychopathology but rather as normal reactions to a stressful and complex world. She strives to understand each client's unique experience, emphasizing that no one is broken or flawed. Her approach focuses on meeting the individual needs of her clients, taking cues from their guidance. Erin firmly believes therapy should be a positive interaction, even when navigating difficult topics. Together with her clients, she tailors treatment plans that support past resolutions while also promoting active change in the present. Furthermore, her special interests encompass Anxiety, Asperger's Syndrome, and Borderline Personality Disorder, as well as working with artists, creatives, and colleagues in therapy. In addition to her therapeutic practice, Erin serves as a divorce mediator and facilitates workplace conflict management, offering a well-rounded perspective on relational dynamics.

Christina Jones, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, ready to guide individuals through the complexities of life. With a focus on helping clients navigate the daily challenges of relationships—whether with spouses, children, or co-workers—she creates a welcoming environment for those eager to make meaningful changes in their lives. Christina is particularly adept at supporting clients through more serious struggles, including divorce, domestic abuse, substance use, depression, anxiety, and the trauma of losing a loved one. Her approach is compassionate yet direct, fostering interactive and dynamic sessions. Through her expertise, Christina empowers individuals to explore their inner selves and develop the skills necessary to manifest the lives they desire. She also specializes in inter-racial and inter-cultural relationships/marriages, understanding the unique challenges these can present. Moreover, Christina provides guidance on navigating parenting in blended families, aiming to establish healthy boundaries in co-parenting situations. Individuals experiencing addiction, family conflict, or any emotional difficulties can find a supportive ally in Christina as they embark on their healing journey.

Crystal Kannankeril, PsyD, is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Psychologist offering individual therapy for late adolescents through older adults. Her therapeutic approach emphasizes collaboration, compassion, and safety, creating an environment conducive to exploring the causes of distress and developing effective coping strategies. Crystal’s practice is holistic and integrative; she draws from a variety of theoretical frameworks to tailor therapy to each individual's specific needs. By linking present stressors with past experiences, she provides valuable insights and corrective emotional experiences that empower her clients to harness their inherent strengths. Utilizing the therapeutic relationship, she focuses on processing emotions and refining skills in assertiveness, communication, empathy, and mindfulness. Her expertise encompasses a wide range of issues, including trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, body image, and racial identity development. Crystal's rich clinical background includes extensive work in Community Mental Health settings and University Counseling Centers across the Midwest and East Coast. Additionally, she has imparted her knowledge as a former instructor for Masters and Doctoral psychology students at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and held the position of Director of Behavioral Health Training at Center on Halsted.

Irina Katz is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding multiple credentials including LICSW and LCSW, as well as being a certified RYT-200 yoga instructor. With experience working with teens and adults, she specializes in navigating complexities related to trauma and PTSD, as well as relationship issues particularly relevant to immigration, migration, and acculturation. Irina offers a safe and compassionate environment for her clients, addressing a wide array of concerns such as coping skills, life transitions, self-harming behaviors, and anxiety. Her approach is rooted in various therapeutic modalities including mindfulness-based therapies, trauma-focused interventions, and expressive arts, ensuring that each individual receives personalized care that respects their unique cultural backgrounds and life experiences. Through her expertise, Irina empowers her clients to foster self-esteem, manage stress, and improve their emotional well-being. She is committed to guiding them through their journeys of healing and personal growth.

Dr. Asif Khan is a dedicated therapist who assists individuals facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. With over 20 years of experience, he has a profound commitment to helping clients navigate difficult life transitions and understand their emotions. Dr. Khan takes a collaborative and holistic approach, focusing on the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of personality. By uncovering each client’s unique strengths and qualities, he empowers them to realize their true potential and embark on a journey of healing. Specializing in conditions like PTSD and various habit disorders—including smoking cessation and gambling—he employs effective modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and hypnotherapy. Dr. Khan also conducts psychological testing and evaluations, ensuring comprehensive support for clients. Through his compassionate and non-pathologizing treatment techniques, clients will find themselves in a safe space to explore the root of their challenges, leading to profound inner transformations and the discovery of their innate wisdom.

Emily King, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), possesses extensive experience in delivering therapeutic services to a diverse clientele, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her belief in the authenticity of the therapeutic relationship serves as the cornerstone for facilitating lasting healing. As a queer clinician who is LGBTQ+ aware and affirming, Emily is committed to honoring diverse intersectional identities throughout the healing journey. Her therapeutic style is characterized by compassion, curiosity, and directness, helping clients explore and transform their relationships with their minds, bodies, and loved ones. With specialized training in eating disorders, body image issues, and disordered eating, she utilizes a combination of cognitive approaches and somatic interventions, fostering emotional skill building to empower clients with essential interpersonal and regulatory abilities. Drawing from her experiences as a trauma survivor and a person in recovery from an eating disorder, Emily acknowledges the fluid nature of the healing process. She lives an intentional, embodied life filled with purpose and connection. Passionate about LGBTQIA+ advocacy and community engagement, Emily actively works towards de-stigmatizing mental health and dismantling diet culture.

Gregg Kitzis is a warm, engaging, and compassionate therapist with over 20 years of experience. He provides a calm, safe, and thoughtful space for adults to explore their lives. Utilizing his advanced training in Bowen Family Systems Theory, Gregg focuses on the effects of relationships—both past and present—on emotional and physical health. He is dedicated to helping clients realize their potential for growth as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, conflict, loneliness, and addiction, embracing all facets of the human experience.

Dr. Jennifer Kotecki, ATR-BC, is an experienced therapist dedicated to helping individuals discover their voice through the transformative power of art expression. Her approach to art therapy centers on the creative journey rather than the end result, empowering clients to engage without any prior artistic experience. With a PhD from Adler University and a Master's Degree in Clinical Counseling and Art Therapy, Dr. Kotecki specializes in addressing women's issues, enhancing coping skills, and aiding in life transitions. She utilizes a range of therapeutic modalities, including Compassion Focused and Person-Centered therapy, to provide culturally sensitive and personalized support. In today's ever-changing world, she collaborates with clients to identify effective strategies for stress reduction and anxiety management, fostering a more balanced life. Dr. Kotecki embraces online art therapy as a valuable means of expression, allowing clients to communicate their emotions when words fall short. She looks forward to supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and self-discovery.