Our counselors offer counseling for teens in Woodridge, IL

Kelly Long is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of dedicated experience. She specializes in supporting adults and seniors navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, parenting, neurodivergent family dynamics, blended families, postpartum issues, grief, and post-COVID transitions. Kelly is passionate about helping individuals identify their strengths and move toward positive change. She welcomes the opportunity to walk alongside clients on their unique journeys.

Kelly earned her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois. She has experience in crisis intervention, Employee Assistance Programs, and school social work. Her clinical methods include CBT, solution-focused therapy, and strength-based therapy, meeting clients where they are emotionally and mentally.

Kelly believes in the power of connection and healing. She meets clients with compassion and a client-centered mindset, working to empower them through life’s challenges. Her goal is to support individuals in building resilience and uncovering their strengths for lasting change.

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 2 years of experience supporting individuals facing anxiety, stress, and self-esteem challenges. I have a background in both mental health and direct patient care, and I’m passionate about helping clients strengthen emotional resilience, build confidence, and improve overall well-being. My goal is to help clients find healing, balance, and empowerment through compassionate, collaborative therapy.

I hold a master’s in clinical mental health counseling from Marquette University. My approach is collaborative and person-centered, helping clients feel heard while learning practical tools for change. I draw from cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based techniques to help clients manage emotions and create healthier thought patterns.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we’ll create a safe and supportive space where you can heal, grow, and build the life you deserve. I encourage you to schedule an appointment today!

Sally Kapela is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience. She specializes in working with individuals and couples experiencing stress, anxiety, and relationship problems. Sally also assists in conflict resolution and improving communication for a more fulfilling outcome.

Sally earned a Master’s in Social Work from Loyola University. She will meet you where you are and builds a compassionate, empathic relationship. Sally uses internal family systems, cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and parent-child interaction.

Sally looks forward to meeting you and working with you to help you get where you want to be, whether it be less stressed, less anxious, or happier in your relationships. Book an appointment today!

Gloria Wright is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 25 years in the mental health field. She specializes in working with adults to meet their therapy goals. She works with clients at their comfort level to help improve their quality of life. Gloria’s ideal client is one who is motivated or receptive to making the changes needed to improve their quality of life. She specializes in anxiety, depression, substance abuse, stress management, self-esteem issues, and life management. Gloria has also provided services in multiple settings including residential, community mental health and in home counseling.

Gloria has a Master’s of Health Science with a specialty in Addictions Counseling from Governor’s State University. Gloria utilizes an eclectic approach with her clients, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness, along with other treatment modalities.

Everyone has something. Gloria strives to make you feel comfortable receiving therapy by letting you know that you are not alone in your quest for a happier and more productive life. If you are ready to embark on your journey toward wholeness, happiness, and peace of mind, schedule your first session and begin your journey toward a more fulfilling life.

Rucha Patel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 4 years of experience and a background in trauma-informed care, somatic processing, and mindfulness skills. She specializes in supporting adults, especially people of color and clients of Asian descent, facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, family issues, and emotional dysregulation. Rucha’s ideal client seeks guidance and support to manage their mental health, build coping skills, and develop healthier responses to stress. She empowers clients to process trauma, build self-awareness, improve social skills, and set goals for personal growth and emotional stability.

Rucha earned a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois. She specializes in trauma-informed care, eye movement desensitization reprocessing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy, helping clients process stressors, strengthen somatic grounding, explore the mind-body connection, and connect with supportive networks.

Rucha honors the idea that healing has no set timeline and supports growth at your own pace. Using a trauma-informed, body-centered approach, she helps clients rediscover safety, connection, and hope. If you need a compassionate, listening ear on your journey, Rucha warmly invites you to reach out when you’re ready.

Dr. Clark is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing culturally competent therapy to adolescents and adults through individual, couples, family, and group therapy. She has worked in behavioral health, outpatient mental health, psychiatric services, and crisis. Her relational style is collaborative and supportive as she seeks to provide a warm, safe space for her clients. Dr. Clark specializes in the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, identity, relationships, and life transitions. Dr. Clark has a doctorate in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior and a Bachelor's and Master's in social work.

Dr. Clark helps her clients learn and develop skills to manage stressors and overcome the barriers standing in the way of their life goals. Her approach is highly integrative, combining strength-based, person-centered approaches while utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused therapy.

As a therapist, Dr. Clark believes her greatest strengths are empathy and being understanding. She is warm, kind, and attentive; unconditional positive regard is high on her list of priorities when interacting with you. Dr. Clark seeks to get rid of stigmas and to do away with labels. You have taken the first step—Dr. Clark looks forward to working with you!

Dawn Vance is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 20 years of experience. She has extensive experience helping clients, couples, and families with a variety of different life challenges and mental health difficulties. Dawn specializes in treating depression, anxiety, feelings of overwhelm, guilt, grief, ADHD, and anger-related issues.

Dawn completed her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology at Lewis University. She has worked in a variety of healthcare settings with multiple populations of clients. Dawn combination of different treatment styles to best fit her clients. She knows that life is full of challenges and struggles which can leave us feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or angry. It takes courage to look at the areas of your life that you are dissatisfied with and share your thoughts and feelings.

Dawn provides a safe, non-judgmental space where you have the opportunity to tell your unique story, gain insight, and make positive lasting change. Work together to alleviate your distress. Dawn's focus is to guide you to take the necessary steps toward improving your relationships, yourself, and your overall sense of well-being.