Mackenzie believes that we all have a story to tell, and it’s our responsibility in how we choose to tell that story. Our stories, which are often written by our past experiences, shape how we choose to write the next chapter in our life. She values the counseling relationship between therapist and client and says it is the most important tool of the therapeutic process. Within this, she strives to foster an environment that is both trusting and collaborative. Her clients report they have a space where they are free to express, explore and process what they need to in order to write their next chapters how they truly want to,. Not only does Mackenzie take an empathetic approach her clients appreciate that she pulls from various modalities to ensure their unique needs are being met.

Mackenzie has experience working with individuals struggling with emotional regulation, anxiety, relationship issues, both physical and emotional intimacy, identity and self exploration, relational trauma, and navigating various chapters in life and how that impacts the client. She meets her clients where they are at and works with them in a collaborative yet challenging way. Mackenzie likes to pull from her psychodynamic background, while also combining CBT, ACT, mindfulness, a trauma informed lens, EFT and existential/transpersonal therapies. Mackenzie also is passionate about inclusivity, and holding a space for marginalized identities through a culturally competent lens.

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I work with adolescents and adults navigating eating disorders, trauma, identity exploration, relationship patterns, and life transitions. My hope is to offer a space where you feel seen, emotionally held, and understood without pressure or judgment. Together, we’ll move at a pace that honors your nervous system, your story, and your capacity for growth.

I approach therapy from a humanistic and relational lens, believing that meaningful change happens within safe and supportive connection. I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients build awareness of their emotions and move toward values-based living, Internal Family Systems to explore and understand protective parts with compassion, and somatic practices to support grounding and reconnection with the body. In eating disorder treatment, this relational and embodied approach supports clients in rebuilding trust, practicing emotional expression, and slowly returning home to themselves.

My work is trauma-informed and guided by gentleness, curiosity, and respect. I have experience in residential and PHP eating disorder care, foster care casework, and support roles with refugees and asylum seekers, which has shaped my passion for inclusive, affirming, and deeply relational care. If you are seeking a space to feel understood, to explore what has shaped you, and to move toward a life rooted in authenticity and self-compassion, I would be honored to walk alongside you.

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Therapy is an invitation to pause, look inward, and explore the parts of yourself that are asking to be seen. I work with teens, adults, and elders navigating identity exploration, relationship challenges, sexuality, life transitions, and disordered eating. My goal is to offer a supportive, affirming space where you feel truly seen and understood. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.

I value a trauma-informed approach combined with CBT to support clients in their healing and growth. I’m Internal Family Systems informed and Gottman Method Level 1 certified, integrating these modalities to work effectively with both individuals and couples. When helpful, I incorporate nature-based practices to foster grounding, connection, and resilience. Together, we can create a space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered to move toward the life that feels authentic to you. When you’re ready, I invite you to reach out.

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Esther approaches therapy as a fellow collaborator who values connectedness as a healing tool to oneself, others, and the community. Building client relationships is central to her work, involving mutual trust, empathy, compassionate accountability, and at times, sharing a laugh. She honors the many layers of our identities and experiences through an intersectional lens that actively acknowledges cultural context and systemic factors.

Esther draws from existential, narrative, and ACT concepts within a relational-cultural and trauma-informed framework. She also uses mind-body-spirit and somatic methods to help clients tune into messages from their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual bodies. She understands that honest introspection and self-compassion is necessary for healing, and communing with ourselves may give voices to parts that have long sat unheard and unseen. Additionally, Esther incorporates dream work and projective tools (symbols, imagery, cards) to assist self-reflection upon request. Although these approaches inform her practice, she centers ongoing collaboration to discover what works best for the client. Esther works with a broad range of experiences, including identity exploration, existential concerns, ancestral trauma and healing, and life transitions. She also enjoys supporting explorations of culture, sexuality, spirituality, kink, and alt and expansive structures, spaces, and identities.

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Emma is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who is dedicated to fostering personal growth and healing through a compassionate and holistic approach. She believes that each individual has the inherent ability to overcome difficulties and transform with the right support and guidance. Emma strives to create a nurturing, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore their inner experiences and cultivate healthier relationships.

While working with clients, Emma utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment Theory, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) part’s work. This is what these theories may look like in a therapy setting:

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapeutic approach that helps individuals process traumatic experiences using bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements, to facilitate the brain’s natural healing process. The bilateral stimulation creates the same healing movements that occur during REM sleep, which allows an individual to deeply process trauma and reduce the emotional distress associated with the memories. This enables clients to integrate these memories in a more adaptive way and adopt a positive cognition that is aligned with their goals.

Attachment Theory explores how early relationships with caregivers shape an individual’s emotional and relational development throughout life. By understanding our earliest attachments, we can build security within ourselves in therapy. This may appear outwardly as having high self-esteem, firm boundaries, ability to regulate emotions, and healthy interpersonal connections.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) Parts Work is a therapeutic approach that views the mind as composed of various “parts,” each with its own role, perspective, and function. The parts stem from the mind’s desire to keep the individual safe; however, as we grow, some functions no longer serve us. By understanding and harmonizing these parts, individuals can heal internal conflicts and achieve greater emotional balance and self-awareness.

Emma graduated from Regis University in 2023 with a Master of Arts in Counseling. She also received a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a minor in Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2018.

Emma has experience working with adolescents and adults through her work in a school counseling setting and private practice. She has addressed a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, generational trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, and caregiver burnout. She has also worked with groups, individuals, couples, and families.

When not in the therapist’s chair, Emma loves to dance and do yoga. She also enjoys listening to live music wherever she can find it and crate-digging at the local vinyl stores. She has two lovely cats who find every chance to cuddle.

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Alexis is Licensed Professional Counselor who graduated in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Concordia University in Illinois. Alexis is passionate about helping individuals feel seen, understood and validated as they navigate through their healing journey. She also is fluent in Spanish.

Alexis’s approach to therapy begins with a holistic lens, uncovering and understanding each client’s unique qualities and identities. This allows her to gain a better understanding of the client and provide them with a uniquely tailored therapeutic experience. Person-centered therapy (PCT) is a client-centered approach where the therapist strives to understand the client’s experience from their perspective. It is based on the belief that each person has the innate ability to change and grow, despite life experiences or struggles.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a type of mindful psychotherapy that helps you stay focused on the present moment and accept thoughts and feelings without judgment. It aims to help you move forward through difficult emotions so you can put your energy into healing instead of dwelling on the negative.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based approach that challenges negative thoughts and distortions in thinking. By identifying these patterns, Emily works with clients to change them, improving feelings and behaviors.

Alexis has experience working with a multicultural population of adults, adolescents, children, the elderly, families, and couples. She has worked primarily with patients in intensive inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs, allowing her to confidently identify safety concerns and at-risk patients. She has gained crisis stabilization and de-escalation skills working with emotionally dysregulated clients. Alexis has also worked with culturally diverse families and couples to navigate relationship issues during sessions and provided one-on-one therapy.

Alexis has provided therapeutic treatment for concerns such as anxiety, trauma, depression, and personality disorders. She has also worked with parent support, guidance, generational trauma, cultural trauma, and relationship issues, including setting and maintaining boundaries and establishing healthy forms of communication.

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Shannon is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is committed to creating a warm environment and safe relationship where you can explore yourself and your past experiences. Shannon prioritizes learning about you as a unique individual and caters her approach to suit your specific needs and goals. Together you will explore your values, identity, attachment style, culture, and relationship history. This insight will be used to address current thought/behavior patterns to help you get un-stuck and live the life you desire.

Shannon excels with clients working through questions of identity, professional uncertainty, relationship struggles, ADHD (particularly in women), anxiety, trauma, and self-doubt. She also has an affinity for working with individuals feeling pressured by society’s expectations of femininity.

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I believe that we are all doing the best we can, and there is always room for improvement. My goal is to provide you with a unique space where you can process your story without judgment and seek understanding and acceptance.

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Brian believes therapy is a collaborative, team-based process with the counselor and, you, the client. You are the main character in your life story. Things happen in life that challenge us and there is a true power for being able to process these emotions and experiences with a mental health professional to help you gain new skills and perspectives. Having a space to tackle these difficult life situations can be a life changing experience.

Brian’s first goal when beginning therapy is to create a genuine, warm, honest, open, non-judgemental space where you feel comfortable, validated, seen, and heard. From there, Brian’s purpose is to help you navigate this difficult time in your life and learn more about who you are and where you want to go. He strives to support you through this journey, but ultimately you are writing (or re-writing) your story.

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