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ANAND BARKATAKI | MS

Everyone needs a listening ear at some point in their life. Hello! I am Anand Barkataki (He/Him), an intern Marriage and Family Therapist from India. I am currently pursuing my M.A. Marriage and Family Therapy at Wheaton College (Illinois), prior to ...

MEGAN BENNETT | MA, LSW

It has been said that “hope is being able to see the light despite all of the darkness”. Sometimes, no matter how hard we try, we just can’t see the path that will steer us through the emotional, relational and ...

CINDY HALSTEAD | MA, LMFT

I am honored to walk with you. I believe that we can all move towards healthier lives, if that is what we truly desire. The difficulties we face are not who we are and can be used as opportunities to ...

ALICIA HAVENS | MA, LPC

The waves of life overwhelm and overrun us. Maybe you are a drowning, gasping-for-air person caught in your tsunami waves or instead, one who is simply stuck in an ineffective rowing pattern and fearful of what’s to come – both ...

HALIE HOWELLS | MA, LMFT, CST

For me, therapy is about gathering and understanding the pieces of your story. The themes of our story, the characters we’ve encountered, the obstacles we’ve faced, and the meaning we’ve made from our experiences, these are all complex things. It’s ...

CYNDI SCHARNOWSKI | MA, LPC, NCC

Making your health a priority is an essential but often challenging task. At times life seems to get in the way, stopping us. I see my role as supporting individuals in making their way through the obstacles while working toward ...

JESSICA SCOTT | BA

Therapy with me feels like sitting down with a trusted friend who truly understands you and also has personalized tools, including ACT Therapy, to guide you toward meaningful growth. I aim to create a space that feels safe, welcoming, and ...

ERIN WALBERG | MA, LPC

It helps to have a space that allows us to safely sort through the pieces of our life and story.  As we see things more clearly, we have the capacity to better care for ourselves, heal from past hurts and ...

NIKKI WALKER | MA, LPC

Struggling to find peace of mind amidst overwhelming anxiety or persistent sadness? Stuck in unresolved grief or overwhelmed by negative thoughts? You're not alone. Counseling can be your starting point towards healing and provide the support you need to navigate ...