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"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!

"Join with me as we learn, explore, and laugh while you experience a more positive and expansive sense of self."

David Fletcher-Janzen is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LCPC, LPCC) in Illinois and Ohio. After 30 years of working as a CEO in psychiatric and chemical dependency hospitals, David provides individual therapy to adults and seniors. He specializes in treating concerns related to life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. David earned his Bachelor of Science in Education at the University of Texas at Austin and his Master of Education in Counseling at Texas State University.

David utilizes an eclectic mix of approaches designed to meet the individual needs of each person. David utilizes collaborative, strengths-based approaches, solutions-focused therapy (SFT), body-mind connective solutions, mindfulness-based practices, and more.

He remains person-centered in order to facilitate insight, emotional awareness, and resolution to the symptoms causing you distress. David strives to engage with you in a warm, positive, and caring relationship building on your strengths in a collaborative manner to help restore the healthy balance you seek in your life.

"I truly believe that each new day presents an opportunity for growth, and I am here to support you on your journey, offering a safe and understanding environment to explore your emotions, overcome obstacles, and work towards achieving your goals."

Jasmine Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience in the mental health field. Jasmine is an empathetic and dedicated clinical practitioner with extensive experience providing individual, relationship, and family therapy. She is committed to supporting clients in navigating their emotional challenges and fostering personal growth. Jasmine has worked with ages 0-65+. Jasmine specializes in trauma, challenging behaviors, depression, anxiety, and family and relationship issues.

Jasmine completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Governors State University. She utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy.

It’s always something, right? Well, every day is also a new day to learn and start over. Jasmine is sure that providing a collaborative approach ensures a journey of healing and empowerment for every client. If you are ready to begin this journey, schedule an appointment with her today!

"Sharing my passion, knowledge, and experience from many years of working in psychiatry and the doctorial education from Rush University in the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program, I wish to help as many people as possible with living a healthier life physically and mentally."

Annya Nguyen is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a doctor of nursing practice (DNP) degree who manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar, sleep disorder, impulse control disorder, etc. As a DNP-PMHNP, Annya's role is multifaceted, including providing quality care, building & maintaining therapeutic relationships, educating, advocating, counseling, referring, and managing medication. 

Annya completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Rush University- Psychiatric Mental Health program that ranked as the top graduate program in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. From this vigorous program along with many clinical hours, she gained knowledge and skills from both the behavioral and biological disciplines and applied this understanding to the treatment of psychiatric disorders within individuals and families of all ages. In addition to medication management, she incorporates a modern, eclectic, and integrative approach to psychotherapy with the mission to help patients and their families maximize their quality of life while dealing with mental illness. 

Life is full of challenges and wonders, but it seems to be an uneven scale for people with mental illness. It's hard to find any wonders in life when one is spending most of their time facing challenge after challenge due to the chronic problems caused by mental illness. Everyone has their ups and downs, but many people with mental health conditions seem to experience more downs than ups, and sometimes the down moments seem to linger longer. Symptoms of mental illness cause impairment in social, occupational, and other important areas of life. You don't have to go through these challenges or distress alone. Let Annya help you through the journey of life so that you know you're not alone, and you are supported as you learn more about yourself and discover your strength. If you're ready to get started, schedule an appointment with her today. 

Shah Hasan, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Nationally Certified Counselor by the National Board for Certified Counselors, possesses extensive experience in assisting individuals and families with a variety of disorders and issues, including anxiety, depression, health management, and family dynamics. He earned his Master of Arts in Human Development Counseling with a focus on marriage and family therapy at the University of Illinois, and is pursuing his Doctoral degree in Medical Family Therapy at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. In therapy, Shah employs a family systems perspective to gain deeper insights into clients' familial interactions and their influence on personal worldviews and thought processes. His therapeutic approach is customized to each client's needs, drawing from his training and life experiences to foster relational, attachment-based, and holistic healing. Shah incorporates collaborative and evidence-based methods, including cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based strategies. He believes in maintaining a dynamic and inventive therapeutic relationship to meet clients' evolving needs. Shah's focus includes teaching communication skills, fostering self-acceptance, establishing boundaries, and managing emotions. He advocates for the use of humor when suitable and provides unconditional acceptance, supporting clients in cultivating self-love for themselves and their families.