Our counselors offer counseling for teens in Hoffman Estates, IL

Brittany Lafin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of experience utilizing the pillars of wellness to help clients improve daily functioning and reaching long term goals. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, life changes, marital issues, substance issues, trauma, ADHD, bipolar disorders (I and II), relationship issues, and more.

Brittany earned her Bachelor's degree in Clinical Psychology from Saint Xavier University-Chicago. She continued her academic journey by pursuing Advance Associates degree in Addiction Studies at Moraine Valley-Palos Park. Brittany's educational accomplishments culminated with a Master's degree in Social Work from Governors State University-University Park.

She will help you gain your power back in the form of healthy control, building boundaries not walls, using combination of therapy modalities and respected referrals to help you find you. If this is where you would like to begin, please schedule with Brittany.

Dr. Christina Geiselhart is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience empowering individuals to make meaningful changes to enhance their sense of control and well-being. Dr. Geiselhart specializes in complex trauma, grief, end-of-life care, and unique life experiences. She also works with neurodivergent populations, providing tailored support for autism, ADHD, and other conditions. Dr. Geiselhart creates a compassionate, inclusive, and non-judgmental space to explore identities, relationships, and challenges. Outside client work she mentors the next generation of social workers at various universities.

Dr. Geiselhart holds a Doctorate in Social Work from the University of Southern California. She has also served as a clinical director leading initiatives to develop behavioral health programs for underserved populations, including adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Dr. Geiselhart is passionate about access to high-quality behavioral health services. With the right support and tools, anyone can overcome life's challenges and regain a sense of empowerment. If you're ready to take the first step toward living your fullest, healthiest life, Dr. Geiselhart invites you to schedule an appointment today.

Barbara Webb is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience in the mental health field, including working in child welfare agencies, schools, hospitals, and clinical settings. She demonstrates compassion for the tweens, adolescents, adults, couples, and families she serves. She develops rapport, interest, and working relationships with people who want to improve the quality of their lives by participating in talk therapy. She believes in meeting the needs of clients as the first priority. Barbara focuses on depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, mood disorders, and abuse.

Barbara completed her Master of Social Work at the George Williams College at Aurora University. She also completed a doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. Barbara utilizes multiple approaches to therapy: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, internal family systems, existential therapy, and the Gottman method for couples.

Barbara believes we all have things we don't speak about, so it is best to be kind to yourself and others in your journey through life. Barbara assists clients in recognizing and speaking their truth. We are all important, and it is key to understand that you can validate yourself, even when others do not. Schedule an appointment with her today.

Amy Marshman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 18 years of experience. She is passionate about all aspects of her clinical work with children, families, adolescents, and adults. In her work, Amy works closely with her clients to work together to address challenges and move to the path of healing and change they desire. Amy views therapy as not just happening in her office, but also in between sessions. Amy specializes in anxiety, childhood behaviors/disorders, and family discord.

Amy Marshman completed her Master of School Work degree at Loyola University. Her social work career started in a group home and she has also worked with children and families placed in the foster care system. She also has two children of her own. Her personal and professional experience has helped her be an advocate for children and families needing additional assistance. In working with children, Amy's approach is a family approach. She also utilizes play therapy and draws on approaches from cognitive behavioral therapy.

Amy views reaching out for therapy not only as a great first step in addressing your mental health but also as a sign of great internal strength! Everyone goes through difficult challenges and needs help from time to time. Amy is confident that she can work with you and support you during this challenging time. To get started, schedule an appointment with her today.

Esther Elena Ruiz is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has over 10 years of experience providing care to children, adults, couples, and families. Esther specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, mindfulness, substance abuse, attachment, relationship issues, domestic violence, and parental issues. Her goal is to build a strong therapeutic relationship with you while actively working together to achieve your short- and long-term life goals. Esther completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Benedictine University and received her Master's in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University.

Esther works hard to establish a safe space for her clients to share their stories and draws from various modalities to help clients achieve their goals. She is there for the good, the bad, and everything in between. Esther encourages you to accept all of your emotions and even encourages humor, as humor can play an important role in the therapeutic process.

Esther is committed to providing a comfortable, safe, and trusting environment where you can unpack, process, and reflect on your inner self and begin to heal. Together, you'll identify concerns and find solutions to help you build healthier relationships, personal boundaries, and self-compassion. Schedule your online appointment with Esther today!

Erin Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois who has 16 years of experience partnering with adults and children seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, family and women’s issues, trauma, grief, and relationship issues both in Illinois and Arizona.

Erin completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Eastern Illinois University and received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Argosy University in Illinois, and Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University in Arizona. She utilizes collaborative, motivational interviewing, strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, solution-focused, and emotionally-focused approaches to therapy always striving to have the tailored approach with creativity, flexibility, and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual and family.

Erin seeks to establish a warm, genuine, compassionate, and supportive relationship with you in order to assist in building on a professional relationship, utilizing your strengths, and collaborating with you to achieve meeting your goals, desired outcomes, and healing you deserve.