Tekeia Hinton is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She is experienced in working with anxiety disorders, transitional stress, substance use, depression, loss, crisis, and trauma. She uses techniques from many therapies including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. She also incorporates skills of mindfulness and education. Tekeia received her Master's Degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University. Outside of the office, she enjoys traveling ...
Robyn has experience across therapeutic settings. Her experience includes inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization program treatment, community-based services and outpatient settings. Robyn specializes in treating individuals who suffer from suicidal ideations, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma (with extensive training and experience with domestic violence & sexual assault), adjustment phases, and substance abuse/dependence. Ro...
I completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication, Media and Theatre and a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My formal training in the counseling field ranges from working with children with trauma, adults with depression and anxiety, couples therapy, substance abuse counseling, and wellness groups. I have worked with clients who want to change and with mandated clients. I have helped clients set and accomplish their goals. I consider myself to be an eclectic couns...
Samuel Assam, PMHNP, provides compassionate and personalized mental health care for clients in Illinois, helping them navigate challenges through tailored treatment plans. He works collaboratively with each individual, ensuring that the plan is aligned with their needs and is both achievable and effective. Samuel serves adolescents, adults, and seniors, specializing in treating those aged 15 through 65+. Samuel is particularly passionate about addressing complex mental health conditions such as ...
Michelle Minton, LPC, is dedicated to creating a non-judgmental and safe space for patients across Illinois, empowering them to express their true selves and explore their identities. Specializing in individual and family therapy, Michelle provides compassionate support for children, teens, and adults navigating mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD. With a focus on collaborative care, xe offers opportunities for creative self-expression through play and art activities, ...
Krystal Fowlkes, LCSW, LICSW, practicing at LifeStance Health in Illinois, is dedicated to helping children build self-awareness and accountability to succeed both at school and home. Serving the Illinois community, she brings a wealth of experience from her background as an elementary school social worker. Krystal specializes in assisting children and adolescents, working closely with them to normalize social emotional learning and support their emotional and behavioral growth. Krystal is passi...
Dr. Juliana C. Nwauwa, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois, stands at the forefront of mental health care, blending her extensive education with a compassionate approach. Armed with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, Dr. Nwauwa has honed her skills and knowledge to provide the highest level of care to her clients. With full-practice authority (FPA), Dr. Nwauwa possesses the autonomy to diagnose, treat, and prescribe medication independently, empower...
Denise Goff is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in helping to facilitate positive change in clients who have mental health concerns and/or addiction problems. She received her Masters Degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from Illinois State University in Normal, IL. Denise believes in an individualized treatment approach, and she utilizes a variety of evidence-based approaches to match the person's needs. She provides therapy in a safe, supportive e...
Cory Dolley is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2019. Cory just wants to be able to help give people a fighting chance to have a healthy, happy, productive life. Perhaps you are someone in your late 20's to 60's and are not used to asking for help because you were taught early never to show vulnerability. Perhaps you are dealing with unacknowledged trauma from years ago that was never seriously addressed. All you know is that you are in pain, and that pain is af...
Jill Jensen, LCSW, provides a compassionate and empathetic space for individuals and families across Illinois. With a focus on understanding and honoring each client?s unique experiences, Jill helps create an environment where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered to take steps toward their mental health goals. Serving children, teens, young adults, and adults, Jill supports clients facing various challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, and childhood behavior issues. Jill is especial...
Jillian Thornton is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. She has a Bachelor?s of Science in Biology and a Master?s of Human Development and Counseling. Jillian is an avid mental health advocate. Jillian applies her knowledge in CBT. DBT, BLT, narrative therapy and existentialism to aid in the change of each person?s awareness, happiness, and to eliminate people, places, and things that do not serve each individual that enters the therapeutic alliance. Outside of work, Jillian loves boa...
Nancy Johnston, LPC, is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life s challenges with warmth, understanding, and a practical approach. Serving clients across Illinois, she provides a supportive space where individuals can untangle confusing or unhealthy thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. With a deep commitment to understanding each person s unique experiences and perspectives, Nancy empowers clients to develop resilience and create meaningful change in their lives. Nancy specializes in workin...
Samuel Rentschler, LSW, creates a supportive and collaborative environment for clients. He believes every individual is the expert of their own experience, and he encourages clients to make use of their own expertise to accomplish change. Samuel earned an MSW from University of Michigan. He treats adults with a wide range of challenges, including depression or anxiety, individuals experiencing distress from change or circumstance, and people who are looking to learn new tools or skills to take t...
Hildred I. Amegashie is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain College of Nursing, and a Family Nurse Practitioner Program, Post-Grad Certificate from Wilkes University. Hildred is passionate about providing culturally competent and individualized care tailored to each unique individual. She is a strong advocate for listening to pati...
Nina Pieroni, LCSW, is dedicated to helping individuals across Illinois navigate life?s challenges and work toward improved mental health. With extensive experience in various care settings, including emergency rooms, hospitals, residential treatment centers, and outpatient clinics, Nina provides compassionate, individualized therapy tailored to meet each client?s unique needs. She serves adults and seniors, helping them address a wide range of mental health concerns and guiding them toward pers...
Danielle earned nursing degrees from OSF College of Nursing and Walden University. With over 20 years of healthcare experience, Danielle worked in a variety of settings with diverse populations. She prides herself on providing safe, supportive care and communicating openly with patients throughout the healing process....
Victoria Stoklosa-Caldwell is an LPC, who has been practicing since 2017. She graduated from Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights, IL with a MA in Counseling Psychology. Victoria believes in a non-judgmental approach that creates a warm, empathic, genuine, and understanding environment for clients to build a trusting and respectful relationship. She utilizes various therapeutic techniques and approaches based on client needs. Victoria's main areas of focus include clinical mental health co...
Diana Wells is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She started her medical journal from the University of St. Francis, Joliet IL, where she obtained a bachelorette of science in Nursing. She practiced as a Registered Nurse for three years focusing on behavioral/mental health. She gained a vast knowledge in mental health disorders and Emergency medicine before advancing her career as an Advanced Practice Nurse with a specialty in psychiatric. Her practicum/residency experiences were...
Lasma Maher is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2018. She has an MA in Fine Art and Design from Latvian Art Academy and an MA in Art Therapy/Counseling from Adler University. Lasma helps patients unlock and develop their creative thinking which paves the way for learning and applying effective coping skills in their daily lives. Outside of work, Lasma enjoys folk dance, painting, drawing, yoga, and traveling....
Karissa Fleming is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to supporting individuals and families across Illinois. Karissa is especially passionate about working with individuals experiencing trauma and PTSD and women navigating life transitions. She uses TF-CBT to assist clients with managing symptoms after a traumatic event, so they begin to integrate their experiences and create a full life. Additionally, Karissa works with children, teens, and their families. She incorporates elem...