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"You got knocked down, we'll get you up again. Nothing's going to keep you down."

Anna Choquette is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience. She specializes in trauma-informed, affirming, culturally inclusive therapy for adults. Anna’s clients may be navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and LGBTQIA+ experiences. Most of her career has been spent in spaces that try to make therapy less intimidating and more approachable for all. Anna prides herself on using non-traditional methods to supplement more well-known therapy styles, including the integration of video games during sessions to help ease tension, allow for stimming, and connect in-game quests to real life experiences.

Anna received her Master’s in Social Work from Ohio State University. Her client-centered, humanistic approach pulls from many different schools of therapy (narrative, psychodynamic, and cognitive, among others). Anna is certified in trauma response and crisis interventions and familiar with Gottman couples therapy.

When we can be authentically ourselves, it means that we can cry together, feel together, and ultimately heal. Anna strives to create a space where you can do the hard work, but it never feels too big to handle. No matter where you are in your journey, she looks forward to supporting you in your healing.

"As a trauma-informed and compassionate counselor who has worked with a wide range of client populations and issues, I will create a safe and non-judgmental space to support you in your growth. "

Taylor Barton is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience helping children, adolescents, adults, and families presenting with a wide variety of issues. Taylor has worked with diverse populations in settings including schools and hospitals. Taylor obtained her Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin Madison and received her Master's in Counseling Psychology from Loyola University in Chicago. Having worked with many individuals who have been in crisis, Taylor has a unique ability to help others and currently holds a Clinical Trauma Professional Certification (CTTP).

Taylor believes that meeting an individual where they are and building a strong therapeutic relationship are keys to the success of treatment. Drawing from evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and client-centered therapy, Taylor will utilize an eclectic approach in order to meet a client's individual needs. As a highly compassionate individual, Taylor prides herself on offering a safe environment to explore difficult feelings. Helping one process past and current experiences as well as evaluate relationships are all important aspects of treatment. With some humor and humility, Taylor aims to empower others to make the necessary changes in their lives.

"I believe in taking care of our mental health. Whether you have experienced trauma, a loss, are having difficulty adjusting to a life situation or are feeling unhappy with yourself or in your relationships, I am here to assist you in your healing and personal growth," says Taylor. "I will create a safe and supportive space for you to share and feel understood. Using an individualized approach, I will tailor treatment to your unique needs and together we will find ways to overcome obstacles so that you can improve your overall well-being. I look forward to helping guide you on your path."

"My 30+ years in clinical practice, combined with lessons learned through parenting my now adult children has shaped the way I engage in the sacred and playful art of pediatric psychotherapy. I currently only serve clients 5 to 13 years of age. Please note, to best support my clients and avoid conflicts of interest, I do not provide services to multiple children in the same family."

Debra Honig, MSW, LCSW, is a well-seasoned, enthusiastic, and authentic pediatric psychotherapist. She has practiced in many settings in the Chicago area, with a focus on children and their families. Debra uses humor, empathy, and creativity to help children and their families to navigate life's expected and unexpected challenges. Debra uses an eclectic and warm style and focuses on the client's strengths and uniqueness. Debra offers specialization in the areas of self-esteem, ADHD, coping with illness and life transitions, divorce, grief, loss, anxiety, and mood disorders. Her treatment room is always inviting for children, including art material, action figures, puppets, and games.

Debra completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree at the Jane Addams College of Social Work, a college of the University of Illinois at Chicago. Her professional experience and training are further strengthened through personal experiences as an adoptive mom, stepmom, and foster parent. Debra utilizes an eclectic treatment approach incorporating expressive therapies, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused brief therapy.

Debra's philosophy is that everyone has roses and thorns from day to day. When it happens, it is important to talk about it, and use our coping strategies. That is the center of her work and helps create a safe and comfortable space for sharing and growth.

Debra currently only serves clients 5 to 13 years of age.

"I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space with compassion, empathy, and expertise where I walk alongside you to explore your struggles, fears, and dreams, offering support and guidance as you work toward healing, growth, and a more fulfilling future."

Pam Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience helping clients navigate a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, life transitions, stress, self-esteem, personal growth, and aging. She takes a collaborative and supportive approach, working closely with individuals to develop clear, personalized goals. Pam believes in creating a safe, empathetic space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful, lasting change.

Pam holds a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois. She is trained in multiple therapeutic modalities and uses a blended approach to meet clients where they are. Her sessions focus on building trust, identifying root concerns, and guiding clients through healing and growth at a comfortable pace.

Pam invites clients into a safe, supportive space where they can begin to heal and move forward. Her warm, empathetic style helps clients feel at ease as they explore their concerns, build coping skills, and create positive change. She believes therapy is a partnership and is honored to walk alongside her clients on their journey.