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As a woman, a mother, and someone who has experienced personal loss, I bring both professional expertise and lived experience to m...
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As a woman, a mother, and someone who has experienced personal loss, I bring both professional expertise and lived experience to my work as a PMHNP, offering a compassionate, culturally responsive space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported in your healing.
I'm Abiola Odusanya, D.N.P., PMHNP. I have 20 years of experience in psychiatry. I work with clients who have ADHD, depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and other mental health challenges. I'm a fun-loving mom of teens and young adults who knows firsthand that life can be messy, stressful, and unpredictable—whether you're a teen navigating school and friendships, a parent juggling family and work, or an adult facing life's unexpected challenges. I see each client as a unique person and understand that mental health isn't one-size-fits-all.
I take a holistic, individualized approach to care, seeing each person as more than their diagnosis. I work closely with clients and families to create a judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered in your mental health journey. My goal is to provide compassionate, practical care tailored to your needs.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family—talking, watching movies, and shopping. I also enjoy traveling, reading, and listening to gospel music. I believe mental health care can be supportive and uplifting, and I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey to healing, resilience, and growth.
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As a bilingual PMHNP, I believe in building a trusting and collaborative relationship with each patient, creating a safe space whe...
As a bilingual PMHNP, I believe in building a trusting and collaborative relationship with each patient, creating a safe space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered as we work together toward their mental health and wellbeing.
I'm a bilingual psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who believes mental health care should feel personal, collaborative, and judgment-free. I provide both medication management and psychotherapy, allowing us to address your mental health from a whole-person perspective. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and panic. I'm fluent in English and Spanish and welcome clients from all backgrounds, including those seeking culturally responsive care in either language.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to you. I value psychotherapy and believe meaningful progress comes from feeling heard, understood, and supported. When appropriate, I also collaborate with your therapist and other healthcare providers—with your consent—to help ensure your care is connected and aligned with your goals.
Starting or restarting your mental health journey can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. I'm here to listen, understand, and support you without judgment. If you're ready to take the next step, I invite you to schedule an appointment. We can start where you are and work together toward feeling more balanced and like yourself again.
Life can sometimes feel like a maze full of challenges. Together we will work to discover the best route for you....
Life can sometimes feel like a maze full of challenges. Together we will work to discover the best route for you.
Alphia Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in social services and 2 years in mental health. She has spent her career striving and advocating to meet the needs of children and families. Alphia specializes in treating concerns including behavioral issues, life transitions, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, trauma, and abuse. Alphia seeks to help others see their potential and view challenges as growth opportunities. She works with clients of all ages and has experience as a crisis prevention intervention trainer and circle of security parenting program facilitator.
Alphia received her Master's in Social Work from the Dominican University of River Forest, Illinois. She individualizes treatment and uses a variety of models such as solution-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, trauma-informed therapy, and mindfulness.
Alphia will join you on your journey to discover the barriers that have blocked your path and assist you in clearing the path for a new way of thinking and feeling. She understands that you may be unsure of what's next. Alphia will work with you to discover the path to fulfillment.
As a mother of adult children and a clinician with over 24 years of experience working in a hospital-based psychiatric unit, I fee...
As a mother of adult children and a clinician with over 24 years of experience working in a hospital-based psychiatric unit, I feel I am uniquely qualified to help you with a myriad of mental health issues that will bring you empowerment and healing.
Good mental health for all has been a passion for Danielle since she became a social worker over 24 years ago. She is intensely interested in a variety of mental health issues and how the intersection of therapy and caring can change people’s lives. She is an avid reader and stays current on classic treatment modalities as well as newer ones. She wholeheartedly believes in the mind-body connection and the importance of nutrition, sleep, and exercise for brain health. Danielle seeks to collaborate with the client and together develop a strategy for treatment that will best fit their needs and goals. She is an excellent listener and strives to be an ally and partner in the client’s health. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a member of the National Association of Social Workers. Her primary goal in treatment is to help all clients live their best lives with no barriers.
Danielle completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree at Aurora University, in Aurora, IL. She received a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Danielle worked for many years with psychiatric clients in severe crisis and distress and learned that calmness and caring went a long way in developing trust and partnership in care. Danielle utilizes multiple treatment approaches including but not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy and supportive psychotherapy with a compassion focus designed to meet measurable goals.
Everyone needs help sometimes and Danielle is confident she can assist you with gaining strength, support, and knowledge to cope with a variety of life challenges. She is looking forward to meeting you and if you are ready to do the work together, schedule an appointment with her today!
I believe every client can embrace and promote their best self, and I am here to support and guide you on your journey to well-bei...
I believe every client can embrace and promote their best self, and I am here to support and guide you on your journey to well-being.
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!
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My go-to approach for PTSD treatment is a type of therapy called cognitive processing therapy, or CPT. I find that this type of therapy consistently helps clients have decreased symptoms of depression and anxiety.
With PTSD treatment using cognitive processing therapy, I teach clients how to identify their automatic thoughts, or “stuck points,” so they can challenge those distorted thoughts and hopefully identify a more positive alternative way of thinking.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in cognitive processing therapy for PTSD when the weekly data that is collected about their symptoms decreases in severity from week to week.
Clients supplement their time with this type of treatment by doing assigned weekly homework. This homework consists of identifying “stuck points” that pop up in various situations in their lives, writing them down, and going through a process to challenge them, then bringing that homework back to therapy to review.
To prepare for PTSD treatment via cognitive processing therapy, clients should be prepared to do weekly homework for at least 12 weeks.
At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.
Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.
The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:
The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.
In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.
PTSD/trauma therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.
The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.
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