MultiPlan Therapists in Willowbrook, IL

Anjelica Joy, LCPC, creates a safe and comfortable space for clients to find their strengths during challenging times. By highlighting these strengths while increasing personal awareness, she guides clients on their journey and helps them become the people they want to be. Anjelica earned a BS from Purdue University and an MA from Valparaiso University. Her experience includes counseling adolescents, teens, and adults in residential, inpatient, and outpatient community health settings. She also served as a phone volunteer helping callers in a variety of crisis situations.

Cory Grad is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois with five years of experience. He has a Bachelor of Arts in English from Loyola University and a Master of Social Work from Aurora University. Cory believes the mind can be a paradise or a prison, depending on the direction we steer it. He feels the meeting between client and therapist is a sacred time in which both parties work collaboratively to help the client heal, learn, and grow. By the time treatment concludes, the client is not “fixed” but rather, returning to the flow of life.

Karen (Kari) Fisher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. She has earned her MSW in social work from Loyola University Chicago. In addition, she has an MA in School Leadership from Concordia University Chicago. Kari spent 28 years in the public school system working with ages 2 years to 22 years old, along with parents. Additional experiences include clinics and hospitals with multi-generational ages, as well as treatment with older mature adults.

Sarah Lesniak, LSW, looks at the therapeutic process as a collaborative relationship. She meets clients halfway if they are willing to meet her halfway. Sarah treats clients as people and not their disorders, and she strives to provide a safe, comfortable place for them to open up. Sarah earned an MSW from University of St. Francis and has extensive experience working with adolescents and adults struggling with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and PTSD. She currently treats clients age 9 and up.

Ashley wants you to feel comfortable and safe while exploring your difficult feelings. Ashley will provide a non-judgmental and empathetic environment to help you work toward finding solutions for your internal struggles, especially when it relates to unresolved trauma and emotional distress. Ashley's approach to working with you relies heavily upon her background in working with individuals who have suffered childhood trauma and her ability to put you at ease with her calm and kind presence. Ashley earned a Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado.

Dr. Smith is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. He works with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, intellectual/developmental disorders, learning disorders, OCD, psychotic disorders, behavior disorders, and more. Dr. Smith completed his Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Tougaloo College and his Master's Degree and his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He is a member of the American Psychological Association and the American Psychology-Law Society.

Cleopatra Songa, LCSW, uses her experience, training, and supervision to provide the best evidenced-based therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Cleopatra earned an undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and an MSW from Grand Valley State University. With over 20 years of experience in social work, Cleopatra helps adults with depression, anxiety, life transitions, addictions, and more. In therapy, Cleopatra uses CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to assist clients in working towards and accomplishing their personal goals.

Stephanie Popp, LCPC, specializes in traumatic experiences, sexual issues, ADHD, and relationship concerns. Stephanie received her undergraduate degree in psychology from University of Illinois at Chicago and her masters degree in clinical mental health counseling from Governors State University. She spent 10 years working with high risk youth, who had been human trafficked, experienced sexual trauma, or had offending behaviors. Stephanie enjoys working with the entire lifespan, especially adolescents and adults 50+. She will use a fully collaborative approach.

Welcome! You are in the right place! Elisabeth Pasch is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience serving adolescents, adults, and incarcerated individuals through Community-based counseling, Inpatient Psychiatric Services, and Inpatient and Outpatient Substance Use and Mental Health Services. As a clinician who maintains her own wellness and growth through therapy, she understands the value of developing a trusting, non-judgmental, compassionate, encouraging, and safe therapeutic relationship. She believes this to be the foundation of change for any client she serves.

Lakeithia Butler, LCPC, creates a safe place for clients to express, process, and cope with their emotions and experiences. She helps adults develop realistic alternatives to their struggles. Lakeithia earned a BA from Western Illinois University and an MA in clinical mental health from Chicago State University. Her background includes roles as a counseling supervisor and psychotherapist serving clients of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, and more. In therapy, Lakeithia incorporates CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, and more.

Lasma Maher, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor based in Illinois, brings a unique blend of artistic expertise and therapeutic acumen to her practice. With a career spanning from 2018, Lasma holds a Master of Arts in Fine Art and Design from Latvian Art Academy, coupled with a Master of Arts in Art Therapy/Counseling from Adler University. Her professional journey revolves around empowering individuals to tap into their creative potential, thereby facilitating the acquisition and application of effective coping skills in their daily lives.

Krista Sherinian, LCSW, has over 27 years of experience helping clients age 5 and up. She often works collaboratively in cases of divorce and with stepfamilies. She got Spanish fluency from a language school in Guanajuato, Mexico. Adult clients have described her work with her as, "practical and life-changing." She addresses mind-body wellness by including in treatment lifestyle tips, relaxation training, guided imagery, and Emotional Freedom Techniques. Her approach to couples or family therapy blends strengths with personality type to learn better communication and ways to grow in partnership.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida and Indiana. I obtained my B.A., with a concentration in psychology, from Saint Xavier University, in Chicago, where I also minored in Pastoral Ministry. I obtained my M.A. in Gerontological Counseling from Adler University, in Chicago. I have served clients from 5 (yrs.) through 90 (yrs.) in academic, clinical, and nursing home settings. I approach therapy within a client-centered climate, using the tenets of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), through a solution-focused lens.

Dr. James M. English is a Psychologist in Illinois who has been practicing since 1997. He has a PsyD in Clinical Psychology. Dr. English uses CBT and DBT techniques coupled with Life-Style analysis to illuminate themes of thinking, behavior, and feelings about work, love, and relationships. He helps to identify strengths and bias that may affect us in profound ways. Dr. English creates a process to increase sense of choice and options to reach full potential. He helps to work proactively in managing anxiety and depression.

Ashley is experienced in many counseling techniques with her main approaches being ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). She likes to meet clients wherever they are in life and views each client as an individual with their own unique needs and goals for therapy. She feels it is important to understand how our thinking and our actions work together. We can then use this understanding to help us cope with our life circumstances and reach the goals we set for ourselves.

Tony Rio, LCPC, takes a non-judgmental approach to help foster a safe and welcoming therapeutic atmosphere. He is committed to helping his clients work toward reaching their full potential. Tony earned a BA from Bradley University and an MA from Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He has experience with clients from adolescence to older adulthood, and worked in community mental health and various forensic settings. In therapy, Tony uses using a variety of techniques such as Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Chasity Davis, LCSW, helps clients of all ages learn effective coping skills and work toward recovery. She builds rapport and develops trust to establish a warm environment where clients feel comfortable to express themselves freely. Chasity graduated with honors from NCCU and has experience working with multiple populations. Her style is versatile and she embraces similarities and differences in each client. Chasity is especially skilled at treating family conflict, relationship struggles, depression, and more. In therapy, Chasity uses CBT, role play, and various other methods to address client needs.

Dr. Taylor Bonno, PsyD is dedicated to helping you navigate through the challenges and uncertainties of life. Practicing in Illinois, she understands that reaching out for mental health treatment often comes after feeling stuck for a prolonged period. Dr. Bonno uses a combination of evidencebased approaches to understand your personal lived experiences and guide treatment. She believes that each client is the expert on their own life and uses this invaluable perspective to tailor the therapy process.

Megan Sullivan, PsyD, provides therapeutic care to children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. Her area of expertise includes depression, anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, life changes, physical, mental, and sexual abuse, and personality disorders. Dr. Sullivan also conducts psychological and neuropsychological assessments along with pre-surgical evaluations. Dr. Sullivan received her BA from Aurora University and her PsyD from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.