Our therapists offer EMDR therapy in Woodridge, IL

Hi, I'm Keyira, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a background in clinical care and community-based research. I'm passionate about helping clients make sense of the deeply human process of healing and change. I support individuals feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected due to trauma, life transitions, or relationship stress. Together, we explore your inner world, understand patterns, and build practical tools for regulation, boundaries, and self-trust. My approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and grounded in ACT, CBT, and EMDR-informed care, helping you move forward with clarity, compassion, and intention. 

I help clients build emotional regulation, increase self-awareness, and shift unhelpful patterns. You can expect a supportive space with practical tools to strengthen boundaries, process experiences, and move forward with clarity and self-trust. Together, we cultivate mindfulness, psychological flexibility, and lasting internal and external resources. 

If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of where to begin, you're not alone. Change can feel heavy, but you don't have to navigate it by yourself. If you're open to exploring your experiences with curiosity and compassion, you're already taking a meaningful step. When you're ready, I welcome you to begin this process with me. 

Hello! My name is Lorin Dunston. I currently hold my LCSW and CADC, and I'm in the process of finishing my PhD. I typically work with those struggling with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, PTSD, grief, bipolar disorder, and more. I enjoy helping individuals find a new sense of self, love themselves fully, discover new coping skills, and navigate postpartum challenges.

I enjoy working in an informal setting — think of our sessions as talking to your best friend who can never tell your secrets. We'll use modalities like CBT, DBT, grief therapy, and interpersonal therapy. I like to first focus on getting comfortable with each other, creating goals, identifying what may be hard to discuss, and moving forward with growth.

I look forward to working with each and every one of you. I prefer working with ages 10 and above, but I'm always open to a new challenge. Feel free to schedule with me and let's work things out together!

Valentina Gasparro is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience in the field of psychology. She has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and older adults, and is known for her personable and eclectic approach to therapy. Valentina empowers clients to embrace their strengths and make healthier choices through a variety of therapeutic methods. She believes every client can promote their best self and live a more fulfilling life.

Valentina has a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. She offers a safe space to explore challenges using cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization reprocessing, emotional freedom techniques, tapping, solution-focused therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy to support healing and resilience.

Valentina is dedicated to helping clients improve their well-being and transform their lives through therapy. She is excited to partner with you on your healing journey, offering guidance and encouragement as you work toward greater balance, self-discovery, and emotional wellness. Schedule an appointment today!