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Dekalb, IL

Dekalb, IL

Dekalb, Illinois, is an urban community that blends a vibrant cultural diversity with a strong sense of local identity. Known for its affordability and access to essential services, Dekalb boasts various housing options and a solid industrial base, contributing to its residents' overall well-being. While the area benefits from education and healthcare resources, challenges in employment and economic growth persist, affecting mental health among individuals and families. Access to mental health services is essential, with local organizations dedicated to addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. These resources are crucial for fostering resilience in a community that grapples with stressors tied to social and economic determinants of health. Residents are encouraged to explore the wide range of mental health support available, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to seek help and improve their quality of life.

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Jendaya Clark

Jendaya Clark

Dekalb, IL
Counselor, LCPC
Jendaya Clark is a compassionate and skilled counselor with certifications as an LCPC and CADC. She specializes in helping teens and adults navigate through challenges that may have lingered in their minds for some time. Jendaya understands that these challenges can impede personal growth and decision-making, especially when dealing with feelings of anxiety or conflict within family dynamics. Her approach integrates various therapeutic modalities, including Expressive Arts, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Trauma Focused methods, allowing her to tailor sessions to meet individual needs. Jendaya creates a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions and develop effective coping skills, facilitating positive life transitions and overall well-being.
Specialties
Anxiety Family Stress
Donna Gorman

Donna Gorman

Dekalb, IL
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Donna Gorman, a licensed professional counselor (MA, LPC, CADC), is dedicated to assisting individuals who are facing crossroads in their lives—whether deeply personal, in their relationships, or at work. These pivotal moments may bring confusion and conflict, yet they also provide an opportunity for reflection, clarification, choice, and a change in direction. Many people encounter such crossroads multiple times throughout their lives, often desiring to think, feel, and behave differently from their current state, ultimately striving to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Donna collaborates closely with individuals to identify their unique needs and priorities. She provides practical skills and resources that clients can utilize effectively, including cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and skills to improve communication and relationships. The focus of her work is to help establish awareness, confidence, and a sense of serenity. With her extensive experience, Donna supports individuals in confronting self-doubt, identifying essential needs, taking healthy risks, adjusting boundaries, and enhancing self-awareness. She is skilled in addressing self-sabotaging beliefs and behaviors, guiding clients in developing the focus, skills, and support they need to find meaning and purpose in their lives.
Specialties
Mindfulness
Monique Heilemeier

Monique Heilemeier

Dekalb, IL
Counselor, LCPC
Monique Heilemeier, an experienced counselor and licensed clinical professional counselor, offers a compassionate approach to therapy that acknowledges the profound impact of life experiences on beliefs and perceptions. She believes in the power of a comfortable, nonjudgmental relationship as the cornerstone of effective therapy, ensuring clients feel respected as the experts in their own lives. Trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Monique is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of ADHD, trauma, PTSD, and mood disorders. Whether clients are facing an unexpected life change or reflecting on long-standing challenges, Monique recognizes the courage required to seek help and is committed to supporting their journey toward healing and personal growth.
Specialties
ADHD General Mental Health PTSD/Trauma

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