About Us
Greg Oswald, PsyD, MA, CADC, LCPC
Greg Oswald, PsyD, MA, CADC, LCPC
Greg Oswald, PsyD, MA, CADC, LCPC
President and Director of Training
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Dr. Greg Oswald is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor providing individual and family therapy. He specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing depression or anxiety. Greg prac
President and Director of Training
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Dr. Greg Oswald is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor providing individual and family therapy. He specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing depression or anxiety. Greg practices evidence-based therapies such as: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness to treat mood and substance abuse disorders.
Greg is a graduate of Indiana University and earned an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Lewis University and an additional M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Midwestern University as well as a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Midwestern University. Greg was on staff at Linden Oaks at Edward Hospital for 8 years and completed his doctoral internship within Linden Oaks' Anxiety Services. Greg is an active member of the American and Illinois Psychological Associations, and Association for Contextual Behavioral Science. He is also an Adjunct Professor at Midwestern University where he teaches doctoral psychology students and is a founding board member of Rise From The Ashes, a domestic violence nonprofit.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO and Aetna PPO
Location(s): Plainfield and Naperville/Aurora
Sherry Patti, MS, LCSW
Greg Oswald, PsyD, MA, CADC, LCPC
Greg Oswald, PsyD, MA, CADC, LCPC
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Sherry Patti is a licensed clinical social worker who provides individual, group, couple and family therapy. Sherry has a bachelor’s degree from Clarke College with a major in social work and received her Master's from Loyola University in clinical social work. She has been working i
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Sherry Patti is a licensed clinical social worker who provides individual, group, couple and family therapy. Sherry has a bachelor’s degree from Clarke College with a major in social work and received her Master's from Loyola University in clinical social work. She has been working in the field for over ten years.
She has experience working with issues of depression, anxiety, PTSD, abuse, relational issues, and self injury, as well as, behavioral issues. She has worked in residential treatment centers, community mental health centers and inpatient hospitals. Sherry loves engaging with her clients and fostering a sense of connectedness. She believes that everyone can benefit from the support and insight that therapy provides.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO
Location(s): Plainfield
Rick Osman, PhD, MS, LCPC
Greg Oswald, PsyD, MA, CADC, LCPC
Rick Osman, PhD, MS, LCPC
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Dr. Osman is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who provides individual, couples and family therapy.
Dr. Osman specializes in working with adolescents and families who are experiencing anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), grief/loss and substance abuse issues. Dr.
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Dr. Osman is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who provides individual, couples and family therapy.
Dr. Osman specializes in working with adolescents and families who are experiencing anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), grief/loss and substance abuse issues. Dr. Osman practices evidence-based therapies such as: Reality Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) and Person Centered Therapy. In addition, Dr. Osman can also provide Christian Counseling in combination with the above therapies if requested.
Dr. Osman is a graduate of National-Louis University where he received his Bachelors of Arts degree (B.A.) in Human Services and Community Counseling. Dr. Osman also received his Masters of Science degree (M.S.) from National-Louis University in Counseling and Human Services Structure and is licensed at the masters level. Dr. Osman received his Doctorate in Christian Counseling and Psychology (PhD) from Northwestern Christian University. As a retired firefighter Dr. Osman is familiar with working with all types of crises that produce fear, grief, loss and severe anxiety. Through these life experiences, Dr. Osman has developed ways to constructively work through these issues in a prompt and effective manner by utilizing the above evidence-based practices. Dr. Osman is the author of, "Hope, Our Greatest Privilege-10 Reasons" and "Thoughts From the Waiting Room". Dr. Osman is available to do motivational speaking engagements and enjoys public speaking for educational and motivational purposes.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO, Compsych, BHS, Cigna, Aetna, and Tricare
Location(s): Plainfield
Lauren Harris, PsyD
Amber McMahon, PsyD, MA, LCPC
Nick Heimer, MS, LCPC
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Dr. Lauren Harris is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist focused on providing individual, group, and family therapy. Her areas of specialty include work with children, adolescents and young adults who struggle with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Depressi
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Dr. Lauren Harris is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist focused on providing individual, group, and family therapy. Her areas of specialty include work with children, adolescents and young adults who struggle with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Depression and Mood Issues, Self-Injury and Behavioral Issues. Lauren practices evidenced-based treatment including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Social Skills Training.
Lauren received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Valparaiso University, and earned both her Master of Arts and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Schaumburg. She has completed training and program development in private practice, therapeutic day school, and outpatient clinic and hospital settings. She completed her pre-doctoral internship treating adolescent and adult populations on the Outpatient Mental Health, Self-Injury and Anxiety IOPs at Linden Oaks Hospital in Naperville. Lauren co-created and co-facilitated Aspirations IOP, focusing on treatment of adolescents with high-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders and co-morbid anxiety or mood disorders, at Linden Oaks Hospital during her pre-doctoral internship and post-doctoral fellowship years.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO
Location(s): Naperville/Aurora
Nick Heimer, MS, LCPC
Amber McMahon, PsyD, MA, LCPC
Nick Heimer, MS, LCPC
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Nick Heimer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor providing individual and family therapy to children, adolescence and adults. Nick utilizes evidenced based treatments including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person centered and motivational interviewing. Nick has experienc
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Nick Heimer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor providing individual and family therapy to children, adolescence and adults. Nick utilizes evidenced based treatments including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person centered and motivational interviewing. Nick has experience working with children and adolescence in a residential setting as well as a community mental health settings with individuals and families experiencing a mental health crisis. He specializes in: depression, anxiety, behavior problems, anger management, self-injury, self-esteem, trauma and relationship concerns.
Nick received a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Loyola University of Chicago and a Master's of Arts from Lewis University in Counseling Psychology. Nick interned at Cornerstone Services with adults and worked at the Will County Health Department in the Screening, Assessment and Support Services (SASS) program.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO
Location(s): Plainfield
Amber McMahon, PsyD, MA, LCPC
Amber McMahon, PsyD, MA, LCPC
Amber McMahon, PsyD, MA, LCPC
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Dr. Amber McMahon is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who provides individual, couples, and family therapy using evidence-based treatments, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Amber specializes in working with children, ado
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Dr. Amber McMahon is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who provides individual, couples, and family therapy using evidence-based treatments, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Amber specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, effects of abuse or trauma, relationship issues, and behavioral concerns.
Amber has a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Illinois State University and earned both a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology and a doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) from Illinois School of Professional Psychology and she completed her doctoral internship and post-doctoral residency at Linden Oaks at Edward Hospital's Anxiety Services. She is an active member of the Association for Contextual Behavioral Sciences.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO, Cigna, Compsych, and Magellan
Location(s): Plainfield
Dustin Summers, PsyD, MA, LCPC
Dustin Summers, PsyD, MA, LCPC
Dustin Summers, PsyD, MA, LCPC
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Dr. Dustin Summers is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing individual, couples and family therapy. He has experience working with many different variations of psychological distress, including: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, developmental disorders, psychosis, and personali
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Dr. Dustin Summers is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing individual, couples and family therapy. He has experience working with many different variations of psychological distress, including: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, developmental disorders, psychosis, and personality disorders. Dustin practices evidence-based therapies such as: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness.
Dustin is a graduate of Illinois Wesleyan University and earned an M.A. in Counseling Psychology, as well as a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Midwestern University. He has received well-rounded clinical training from working with many different client populations. Specifically, Dustin has worked in psychiatric hospitals, residential settings, community mental health, and private practice. He completed his doctoral internship at Friends Hospital in Philadelphia, the oldest private psychiatric hospital in the country. In therapy, Dustin focuses on helping clients work towards the life they desire while learning to manage and cope with life stressors.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO
Location(s): Plainfield
Clare Jonela, MSSA, LCSW
Dustin Summers, PsyD, MA, LCPC
Dustin Summers, PsyD, MA, LCPC
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Clare is a Master's level therapist with over ten years of therapeutic experience working with individuals in private practice, therapeutic day programs and as a school social worker.
Clare enjoys working with adult clients to achieve a more effective balance in their lives. Clare feels s
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Clare is a Master's level therapist with over ten years of therapeutic experience working with individuals in private practice, therapeutic day programs and as a school social worker.
Clare enjoys working with adult clients to achieve a more effective balance in their lives. Clare feels strongly that we must prioritize ourselves first before we can help others, and self care is a topic frequently discussed and encouraged. Throughout talk therapy she will be discussing a variety of coping skills and how to apply them into your everyday life.
Clare strives to empower my clients by teaching a variety of evidence based techniques including: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO and Cigna
Location(s): Naperville/Aurora
Matt Lauer, PsyD, MA
Dustin Summers, PsyD, MA, LCPC
Matt Lauer, PsyD, MA
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Dr. Matt Lauer is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing individual, group, and family therapy. He specializes in work with adults experiencing depression and anxiety. Matt practices evidenced-based treatment including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Thera
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Dr. Matt Lauer is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing individual, group, and family therapy. He specializes in work with adults experiencing depression and anxiety. Matt practices evidenced-based treatment including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, as well as Marital and Family Therapy.
Matt has a BA from the University of Delaware and earned both his MA and PsyD (doctorate in Clinical Psychology) from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. He has completed training and program development in private practice, community mental health, and hospital settings. He completed his pre-doctoral internship and post-doctoral fellowship treating adult populations on the Inpatient and Anxiety units at Linden Oaks Hospital in Naperville.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO, BCBS HMO (Edward Elmhurst and Illinois Health Partners plans only), and Cigna
Location(s): Naperville/Aurora
Leah Holmer, MA, LCPC, ATR
Jamie Mirocha, MS, LCSW, CADC
Leah Holmer, MA, LCPC, ATR
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Leah Swenson is a Master’s level Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist. She provides individual therapy focusing on using an eclectic therapeutic method that is creative, yet fundamental. Leah specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance
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Leah Swenson is a Master’s level Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist. She provides individual therapy focusing on using an eclectic therapeutic method that is creative, yet fundamental. Leah specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and a Person Centered approach. Leah focuses working with adolescents (12-18) and adults ranging from anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life adjustment and relational issues. Being a survivor herself, Leah also works with individuals who are undergoing or have undergone treatments related to cancer to help empower a resilient mindset and healthy coping skills to effectively get through such a challenging time in one’s life. Incorporating Leah’s Art Therapy practice, she believes that including art into a therapeutic session enables improved communication, insight, and healthy coping techniques. Creative outlets can be facilitated entirely, minimally, or not at all in a session depending on the client’s interest.
Leah received her B.F.A. in Art Therapy from Millikin University with a minor is Psychology; followed by gaining her M.A in Art Therapy Counseling at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Leah has worked in medical hospitals, intensive mental health outpatient settings, and community counseling centers. Leah hopes to help increase emotional strength and foster awareness to empower change for those in need.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO
Location(s): Naperville/Aurora
Corey Worden, MA, LCPC
Jamie Mirocha, MS, LCSW, CADC
Leah Holmer, MA, LCPC, ATR
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Corey Worden is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with experience counseling individuals, couples, families, and groups. His practice focuses on adults of all ages and adolescents typically ages 14 and older. He holds a Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola Universit
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Corey Worden is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with experience counseling individuals, couples, families, and groups. His practice focuses on adults of all ages and adolescents typically ages 14 and older. He holds a Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola University-Chicago and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Eastern Illinois University.
Corey’s clinical training and experience includes working in inpatient and outpatient hospital-based behavioral health programs and community-based mental health and substance abuse treatment. His diverse clinical background includes providing psychiatric crisis intervention and assessment services at Linden Oaks Behavioral Health and counseling and program management/development in a medication-assisted treatment (MAT) program for individuals struggling with substance abuse and heroin addiction at Family Guidance Centers, Inc.
Growth, Healing, and Wholeness are the foundational goals in supporting a client’s personal psychological journey. In this regard, every client is unique, which often requires a uniquely tailored approach to each client’s specific needs. Corey’s theoretical approach is psychodynamic and existential. His focus embraces the importance of attachment theory, systems theory, interpersonal neurobiology, and relational and spiritual dynamics. He has experience working with individuals and families dealing with substance abuse issues, depression, anxiety, anger and stress management, family and relational conflict, trauma, and self-esteem issues. Corey can best be described as an agnostic pastoral counselor, in that he acknowledges and explores spiritual and religious belief as a critically important part of an individual’s experience.
Pastoral counseling involves an appreciative inquiry into the whole person allowing space to focus on the relationships between the individual, others, and their Higher Power. His clients come from a diverse spiritual perspective and background including AA/NA, Atheist, Agnostic, Buddhist, Evangelical Christian, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, New Age, Protestant Christian, Roman Catholic, and Zen. Corey’s pastoral counseling training guides his practice by actively integrating religious/spiritual principles and psychological concepts in the interest of promoting mental health.
Corey is a founding committee member of the Plainfield Parent Community Network, a volunteer network of parents, educators, and professionals, committed to creating resources and opportunities for mental health support and education in the community. He is also regular contributor to PATH , a group dedicated to providing support to family members of individuals struggling with substance abuse. Corey is available for speaking engagements and is known as an informative and dynamic speaker, skilled at crafting interactive presentations about mental health related topics.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO
Location(s): Plainfield
Jamie Mirocha, MS, LCSW, CADC
Jamie Mirocha, MS, LCSW, CADC
Jamie Mirocha, MS, LCSW, CADC
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Jamie Mirocha is a Master's level Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor providing individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. After graduating from Northern Illinois University with a major in Social Work and Family Social Servi
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Jamie Mirocha is a Master's level Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor providing individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. After graduating from Northern Illinois University with a major in Social Work and Family Social Services, Jamie went on to obtain her Master's in Social work from Aurora University. Jamie has experience working with individuals and families in a variety of settings including: Linden Oaks Hospital for the last 6 years in both inpatient and outpatient settings, Schools, and Social Service Agencies in the community.
Jamie engages clients with a warm, empathic, non-judgmental yet direct style and uses a down-to-earth approach to make clients feel at ease during therapy sessions. She believes that building a strong and collaborative therapist-client relationship is essential to the therapeutic process. Jamie utilizes a variety of counseling approaches to assist clients with developing coping skills and making positive changes in their lives, which include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a Client-Centered Approach and Motivational Interviewing techniques. Jamie specializes in working with individuals who find themselves struggling with: depression, anxiety, addiction, defiant behaviors in teens, self-injury, self-esteem, life transitions, family conflict, and infertility. Jamie works with clients of all ages but she has a great deal of experience working with adolescents and families.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO and Cigna
Location(s): Plainfield
Edessa Mirzapolos, PsyD, MA
Heather Samardzija, MA, LCPC
Heather Samardzija, MA, LCPC
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Dr. Edessa Mirzapolos is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides individual, group, and family therapy. Dr. Mirzapolos received her Psy.D. at Midwestern University, with an emphasis on children and adolescents. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree at Loyola University Chica
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Dr. Edessa Mirzapolos is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides individual, group, and family therapy. Dr. Mirzapolos received her Psy.D. at Midwestern University, with an emphasis on children and adolescents. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree at Loyola University Chicago. Dr. Mirzapolos completed her predoctoral internship in pediatric psychology at Primary Care Psychology Associates.
She specializes in working with children, adolescents, and families. Dr. Mirzapolos has served as a therapist and has administered psychological and neuropsychological assessments to help better understand a child’s presenting problem. She specializes in a variety of different clinical presentations including attentional difficulties, disruptive behaviors, autism spectrum disorder, learning disorders, anxiety, OCD, depression, school-related difficulties, and adjustment disorder. She also specializes in assessment for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), diagnostic clarification, learning difficulties, and social and emotional difficulties. Dr. Mirzapolos has had a wide range of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and their families in a variety of different settings, including hospital outpatient clinics, community mental health facilities, therapeutic day schools, primary care settings, and private practice.
Dr. Mirzapolos takes a systemic approach to therapy, where she takes into consideration not only the child, but how parents/caregivers, schools, peers, and other professionals play a role in the child’s presenting problem. She utilizes an evidence-based therapeutic approach, with particular focus on Cognitive-Behavioral and Parent-Child Interaction therapies. She views parents/caregivers as an essential aspect of therapeutic change and thus, incorporates them into therapy as needed.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Mirzapolos is an Adjunct Professor at Midwestern University where she teaches clinical psychology graduate students. Moreover, her research has focused on examining the potential overdiagnosis of ADHD among children and adolescents. In her free time, Dr. Mirzapolos enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching reality television, dancing, and working out.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO
Location(s): Plainfield
Heather Samardzija, MA, LCPC
Heather Samardzija, MA, LCPC
Heather Samardzija, MA, LCPC
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Heather is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience who focuses her practice on serving adults of all ages, from all walks of life. With the world becoming more and more chaotic, pressurized, and demanding, just moving through everyday life can be overwh
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Heather is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience who focuses her practice on serving adults of all ages, from all walks of life. With the world becoming more and more chaotic, pressurized, and demanding, just moving through everyday life can be overwhelming. Heather believes everyone deserves the focused support of someone who truly cares and is honored to offer this through her work in the healing arts as a psychotherapist. She has specialized training and experience in treating trauma, addiction, parenting challenges, difficult family of origin dynamics, and relationship issues.
Heather is confident in using a tailor fit approach to serve each individual's needs based on their unique life experiences and personality. Her style has been described as being modern, real, heart-centered, and enthusiastic; with a strong focus on guiding others toward authenticity and personal power. Creating a path toward tangible and effective positive change is the goal of each session.
Heather holds a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University. She has training in various theories and methodologies including: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Mindfulness and Meditation, Conscious Parenting, Somatic approaches, and Narrative therapy. Heather gained valuable experience working with adolescents and adults in a variety of clinical settings including: Linden Oaks Hospital, Timberline Knolls, and Rosecrance.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO
Location(s): Naperville/Aurora
Stephanie Forster, MSW, LCSW
Heather Samardzija, MA, LCPC
Stephanie Forster, MSW, LCSW
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Stephanie Forster is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in young adult therapy. With a keen understanding of the unique challenges that young adults face, Stephanie focuses her practice on helping individuals navigate the pressures of this
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Stephanie Forster is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in young adult therapy. With a keen understanding of the unique challenges that young adults face, Stephanie focuses her practice on helping individuals navigate the pressures of this pivotal life stage.
Having pursued double majors in Social Work and Criminology at Valparaiso University, Stephanie further honed her skills by earning her MSW at Aurora University with specializations in clinical and school social work. She currently acts as a field liaison for students in the online MSW program at Aurora University.
Stephanie's expertise lies in providing support to young adults grappling with a myriad of issues, such as the complexities of relationships, career choices, and the transition to college life and beyond. She empathetically addresses the anxiety and stress that often accompany these significant life changes.
Utilizing evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Stephanie empowers her clients to develop practical coping strategies and foster resilience in the face of challenges. Her direct, nonjudgmental approach helps build a strong therapeutic connection, allowing clients to explore their thoughts and emotions freely while working toward their goals. Stephanie understands the pressures that young adults encounter and genuinely cares about their well-being. By providing a safe and supportive space, she collaborates with her clients to help them navigate this transformative phase of life successfully.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO
Location(s): Plainfield
Emmanuel "Manny" Gonzalez, PsyD, MA
Emmanuel "Manny" Gonzalez, PsyD, MA
Emmanuel "Manny" Gonzalez, PsyD, MA
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Dr. Emmanuel “Manny” Gonzalez is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing individual therapy to English and Spanish speaking clients. He specializes in working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disord
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Dr. Emmanuel “Manny” Gonzalez is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing individual therapy to English and Spanish speaking clients. He specializes in working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief/loss, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and personality disorders. Dr. Gonzalez practices evidence-based therapies such as: Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness.
Dr. Gonzalez earned a Bachelor of Science degree at Aurora University and completed both a Master of Arts and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology through Midwestern University in Downers Grove. Dr. Gonzalez was on staff at Linden Oaks at Edward Hospital in Naperville for four years while he completed his doctoral program at St. James Hospital in Olympia Fields and Chicago Heights. An active member of the American and Illinois Psychological Associations, he has received a broad range of clinical training and has experience in treating many different client populations. Dr. Gonzalez has provided therapy to clients in settings that include medical hospitals, psychiatric hospitals, nursing homes, rehab facilities, the Illinois Department of Corrections, and home health. Dr. Gonzalez practices with the utmost care, respect, and privacy for his clients.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO
Location(s): Plainfield and Naperville/Aurora
Michelle Purri, MA, LCPC
Emmanuel "Manny" Gonzalez, PsyD, MA
Emmanuel "Manny" Gonzalez, PsyD, MA
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Michelle Purri is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who provides individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Michelle has a background in crisis counseling that has allowed her to provide evidenced based counseling to clients of varying populations. Mi
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Michelle Purri is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who provides individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Michelle has a background in crisis counseling that has allowed her to provide evidenced based counseling to clients of varying populations. Michelle has experience working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, behavioral concerns, self injury, and interpersonal difficulties. Michelle uses evidenced based treatments such as Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Michelle received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lewis University. Her work experience lays in the community mental health setting. Michelle has worked extensively with the Mobile Crisis Response (MCR) program of the state of Illinois allowing her to provide crisis counseling and stabilization to individuals struggling with suicidal thoughts, homicidal thoughts, psychosis, behavioral concerns, and self injury.
Insurance accepted: BCBS PPO
Location(s): Plainfield
Jen Oswald, MA, LPC
Emmanuel "Manny" Gonzalez, PsyD, MA
Jen Oswald, MA, LPC
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Jen Oswald is a Licensed Professional Counselor that provides services for individual, couples, or family counseling. Jen believes in a person-centered, trauma-informed approach in which she chooses methods that are sensitive and flexible to each individual’s unique context. She takes
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Jen Oswald is a Licensed Professional Counselor that provides services for individual, couples, or family counseling. Jen believes in a person-centered, trauma-informed approach in which she chooses methods that are sensitive and flexible to each individual’s unique context. She takes an integrative approach utilizing insight-oriented theories like Narrative Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, as well as evidence-based practices like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She works with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, grief/bereavement, trauma, and more.
Jen has received her Bachelor’s from Indiana University, a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University, and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lewis University. Prior to becoming a therapist, Jen was an educator for over 10 years.
The willingness to sit with difficult thoughts, emotions, and experiences is hard so, Jen believes in a compassionate, genuine, non-judgmental approach, that helps guide the client to notice and open-up to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and work towards their life’s values and goals.
Insurance Accepted: IL BCBS PPO, Aetna
Location: Plainfield and Naperville Aurora
Soyoung Suh, PhD
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Dr. Soyoung Suh is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, specializing in anxiety (including OCD), ADHD, depression, mood dysregulation, self-esteem issues, interpersonal problems, and personality disorders in adolescents and adults. She provides individual, couple, and family therapy.
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Dr. Soyoung Suh is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, specializing in anxiety (including OCD), ADHD, depression, mood dysregulation, self-esteem issues, interpersonal problems, and personality disorders in adolescents and adults. She provides individual, couple, and family therapy. She also conducts psychological and neuropsychological assessment for diagnostic clarification and treatment recommendations. She utilizes various evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Dr. Suh received her Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology from the University of Chicago. After gaining diverse experience as a researcher, faculty, consultant, and a full-time mother raising two children in different countries, she decided to re-specialize in Clinical Psychology at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. She completed her pre-doctoral internship and post-doctoral fellowship at Linden Oaks Hospital in Naperville, serving as a clinical therapist in Adolescent Anxiety Program and Adult General Mental Health Program. She also has experience in working at a community mental health center, a Veteran’s hospital, and psychiatric hospitals.
Being fluent in Korean as well as English, she is interested in promoting mental health awareness in minority population.
Insurance Accepted: BCBS PPO
Location: Naperville/Aurora