Nicole Bandur, a licensed professional counselor (MA, LPC), believes that therapy is beneficial for everyone navigating life's challenges, not just for those experiencing severe mental health issues. She is dedicated to assisting clients facing common concerns such as anxiety, depression, and self-esteem struggles by helping them identify how these issues impact their lives. Nicole encourages her clients to recognize and process difficult emotions, fostering an understanding of the need for change and developing actionable plans to move forward. With a client-centered approach, she addresses everything from daily stressors to major life changes. Nicole is committed to empowering her clients, helping them build confidence to independently tackle life's challenges. She strives to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can share their feelings without fear of judgment, ensuring they feel heard, understood, and valued.

Nikki Koren is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) based in Illinois, with over twelve years of experience in the mental health field. She believes that everyone, at some point, faces challenges on their unique life journey. Inspired by the quote, 'Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail,' Nikki partners with her clients to help them regain their balance and navigate through their difficulties, allowing them to uncover their inner strength and beauty. Working with individuals aged 2 to 90, Nikki specializes in areas including behavioral issues, anxiety, trauma, depression, autism, and self-esteem. Her approach to therapy encompasses a variety of modalities, such as Trauma-Focused therapy, Mindfulness-Based techniques, and Play Therapy, ensuring each client feels supported and understood. Nikki’s mission is to guide her clients in finding their path and purpose, accompanying them every step of the way, and emphasizing the importance of taking meaningful strides toward their goals.

At 515 Fitness Inc., clients are invited to share their life stories in a supportive environment, ensuring they feel good about the journey that has shaped them. This licensed counselor, MA, LCPC, believes in the shared human experience, recognizing that everyone makes mistakes and is continually learning. By fostering a sense of community, the therapist emphasizes the importance of listening and skill practice, which enables clients to experience immediate improvements in both mental and physical well-being after each session. Combining expertise in counseling with certification as a personal trainer, 515 Fitness Inc. has developed a holistic approach to wellness that empowers clients to embrace 'The 515 Life.' This one-stop-shop not only offers psychological support but also provides tools for clients to feel great inside and out. With a unique studio designed to exercise both mind and body, clients leave sessions feeling refreshed and energized, ready to take on the world.