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Cassandra Kulwin is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois with more than three years of experience. She completed her Bachelor of Arts degree at DePaul in an individualized focus area of Psychology and Self-Care. She then went on to complete her Master of Social Work at Aurora University. Cassandra believes that treatment begins with empathy and compassion. She strives to create a safe and supportive environment to facilitate healing. Cassandra has a history in inpatient and partial hospitalization settings, as well as working with homeless and at-risk youth.

Tina Adenuga is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois. She earned her certificate as a PMHNP from the University of Cincinnati Ohio. Prior to pursuing her PMHNP, she earned her Bachelor's in Nursing Science from Purdue University Calumet, and received both a Master's in Nursing Science and Master's of Public Health from Grand Canyon University Arizona. As a nurse, Tina has worked with clients of various age-ranges and behavioral health backgrounds. Her interest lies in helping clients improve their quality of life so they can live to their fullest potential.

I am a licensed professional counselor who wants to do more than a traditional human service in the community. I want to give back to generations and help with generational trauma. Through healing work and mixed modalities of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed therapy, I strive to empower each and every person. With a holistic approach, I address the person as a whole by working on all parts of one’s self. Each therapeutic session is customized to each individual’s needs so that they can succeed. Are you ready to make a difference in your life? If so, feel free to contact me!

As a Pakistani-American Muslim woman, I recognize that there is a significant need for counseling services within diverse communities. I'm especially passionate about working with individuals as they navigate major life transitions, such as going college, entering workforce, moving, marriage, parenthood, and so on. I also enjoy working with clients who experience grief and loss. I've worked with clients from various backgrounds and clinical presentations, focusing on addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, family issues, stressors, identity, etc.

I like to work with individuals and couples of various ages and backgrounds. I enjoy working with those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, or relationship conflicts. Whether it be struggling with things at work, home, or other parts of your life, my hope is to be able to come alongside and empower individuals to utilize your strengths and resources. While there are several different methods of therapy, I believe in using an integrative approach by applying empirically supported treatment best suited for your needs.

I am delighted to help clients with anxiety, depression, addictions, eating disorders, and relationship problems accomplish their treatment goals using CBT techniques. These techniques are powerful tools that helps people get better quickly. If you are willing to work hard in sessions, and do homework in between sessions. I am confident you can make excellent progress.

Dr. Karyn Cihak is a Psychologist in Illinois who has been practicing since 1999. They completed their undergraduate degree in Psychology at Augustana College. Their first Master’s Degree focusing on behavioral and family systems as related to clinical psychology is from Eastern Illinois University. After working in the field in inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, Dr. Cihak went on the earn their second Master’s degree and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Illinois School of Professional Psychology. Their training focused on neuropsychology and health psychology.

I have been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner for the last 3 years. Prior to obtaining my Master’s degree, I worked as a Registered Nurse for 10 years in several different settings. My approach to service and treatment is always patient centered. I’m a huge advocate for patient’s rights and encourage my patient’s to be involved in their own medical decisions. I strive on developing strong relationships with my patients and being the most compassionate, empathetic and nonjudgmental person so they can feel comfortable talking to me and opening up about their health concerns.

I love working with college age/young adults, and adults. At times, school, home life, and transitions to college or living on your own can be tough to navigate. Life can become overwhelming and we lose insight into our abilities to problem solve, stay organized, and cope with stress, anxiety, or depression. I want to work with you to improve your executive functioning skills, find and use your strengths, increase your self-esteem, re-develop and create new coping strategies, and utilize the resources and connections in your community so you feel supported and in control.

Feelings of anxiety, depression, and concerns about body image and food can be isolating, but you don't have to feel alone with these struggles. I am a licensed clinician with Cityscape Counseling, and I have spent my career working with clients to address the effects of trauma, anxiety, and depression on their relationships with themselves, their bodies, and their family.

If you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions and adjustments, trauma, relational issues, addictive behaviors, or other concerns, and you strive to move toward greater self-awareness, emotional well-being and flexibility, recognize your inner strengths and resourcefulness, and take steps toward positive growth, let's connect.

I am passionate about helping individuals work towards personal growth and increased satisfaction with life. I believe in a collaborative approach, that meets clients where they are at, and using compassion, respect, and humor to develop a therapeutic relationship. Using a nonjudgmental approach to help individuals more clearly see the habits of the mind that create unnecessary suffering and offer strategies to reduce their negative effect. Utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness I help client's learn skills to increase understanding of thinking and behavior patterns, and learn coping strategies for emotion regulation, stress management, communication, problem solving, and relaxation.

Life is complicated and it often leaves us feeling out of control. This feeling of being powerless can lead to suffering, and forces us to make changes in order to go on. That's what I do; I help people with making changes, whether they are trying to change their thoughts, feelings or behavior. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy focused on the personal needs and strengths of my clients. The work is rooted in building a strong relationship based on trust, understanding, and respect, that challenges individuals to learn about themselves, and to use that knowledge to implement meaningful changes in their lives.

I would be honored to support you on your journey towards healing and living a more present and connected life. I specialize in trauma. For several years I have supported clients in healing from acute trauma, complex PTSD and chronic trauma. I firmly believe that we all have within us the natural ability to heal from trauma. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can find your voice and feel empowered to move through life’s ups and downs with flexibility and confidence. I work with adults across the lifespan and understand firsthand the importance of being a culturally competent therapist.

Hello! Life can be hard. If you're stressed, and wanting more peace in your life, there's hope for better days. Nagging anxiety can eat up your joy, but it doesn't have to stay that way. There are effective strategies that will help you feel better! Therapy can help you experience positive changes, freedom from fear, and give you more enthusiasm about life. I also specialize in Couples therapy (marital, committed couples, and pre-marital). It IS possible to revitalize your relationship! Couples therapy will help you reconnect, communicate more effectively, and strengthen your understanding of one another.

The adage “we repeat what we don’t repair” is especially true of couples. Couples often start therapy knowing that their relationship can and should be better, but they feel powerless to change. Constant fighting, threatening to leave, infidelity, always feeling distant, anxiety and depression—these are signs that something needs to change. Couples therapy with me focuses on helping you and your partner break these cycles by first understanding how they came to be. I offer a unique perspective that emphasizes the importance of exploring unconscious dynamics and your past’s influence in your relationship.

Over the past 10 years I've worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups in various settings including private practice, hospitals, residential, and community mental health centers. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults working through day to day stressors, processing past experiences, and in need of symptom management.

This is kind of weird, isn't it, to "shop" for a therapist? I won't try to convince you that I'm the best therapist for you, but I can tell you that I love helping people learn how to help themselves. I worked in therapeutic day schools where I gained experience working with those struggling and/or experiencing ADHD, Autism, grief, trauma, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and depression. I have since used that experience to work with people of all ages wanting to find peace.