Who We Are
At Counseling Works, our approach to therapy is to work in the moment, the here and now. We focus on the issues that have brought the client into treatment, and we work together with the client to create immediate goals that will provide the ability to move forward through life with confidence.
O U R G O A L & S T R A T E G Y
Our goal is to help provide our clients with a greater understanding of why their presentday struggles exist and to uncover contributing factors from the broader tapestry of their life and history. Our strategy is to work to strike a balance in their life, one in which they are able to create concrete goals. We help with many of life’s challenges such as:
- Relationship Issues
- Codependency
- Professionals
- Divorce
- Dual Diagnosis
- Trauma & PTSD
- Coping Skills
- Addiction
- Personal Growth
- Depression - Grief & Loss
- Parenting - Life Transitions
- Eating Disorders
- Self Esteem
- Anxiety
A D O L E S C E N T | A D U L T | C O U P L E S W e a r e a n i n - n e t w o r k p r o v i d e r f o r B l u e C r o s s B l u e S h i e l d , A e t n a , U n i t e d H e a l t h c a r e , a n d M e d i c a r e I f w e a r e a n o u t o f n e t w o r k p r o v i d e r , w e w i l l b i l l t h e i n s u r a n c e c a r r i e r o n t h e i r c l i e n t ’ s b e h a l f .
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Laura Adler
LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER
specialize
s in:
You deserve to give yourself the kindness you give to others.”
◊ Laura specializes in helping individuals ages 14 and up navigate a variety of mental health challenges.
◊ Bringing a compassionate and empowering approach to therapy, Laura’s specialties are ADHD, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, OCD, self-esteem/self-worth, and trauma/PTSD.
◊ With a focus on communication, building rapport, and creating a safe space, Laura is a therapist who believes in the power of the therapeutic relationship to bring about healing and positive change.
Laura is available for appointments at the following locations:
COUNSELINGWORKS.COM @COUNSELINGWORKSTHERAPY
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ADD/ADHD DEPRESSION LGBTQ+ • • NAPERVILLE TELEHEALTH • LEMONT •
Kat Boyne
LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER
specialize
s in:
ANXIETY LIFE CHANGES/ADJUSTMENTS •
PERI-NATAL/POST-PARTUM
We can’t be mindful if our mind is full.”
◊ If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, stress management, trauma/PTSD, LGBTQ+ issues or are a veteran, Kat may be just what you need. With her ability to empathize, observe and listen, Kat can help you navigate the big and small traumas.
◊ Kat currently sees individuals aged 16 and up. She is particularly interested in helping those who have suffered from trauma, whether as a veteran or in their own homes and communities.
◊ Creating a space where her clients can reconnect with themselves in mind, body and spirit is paramount to Kat’s therapeutic process.
Kat is available for appointments at the following locations:
COUNSELINGWORKS.COM @COUNSELINGWORKSTHERAPY
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FRANKFORT
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LEMONT
Caitlyn Campbell
REGISTERED DIETITIAN
EATING DISORDERS specializes in: •
NUTRITION COUNSELING
Accepting yourself in a society that tells you, ‘you’re not enough’ is a wonderful and powerful form of rebellion.”
◊ Caitlyn is a Licensed Registered Dietitian who offers exceptional care to clients dealing with eating disorders, while also specializing in nutrition counseling, body image, disordered eating, intuitive eating, sports nutrition, as well as working with clients in the LGBTQ+ community.
◊ She works with clients 16 years of age and older and is comfortable working with individuals and families.
◊ Connecting with her clients in meaningful ways is important to her. She is a frm believer that her clients are the experts in themselves and that she is there to guide, support and affrm.
Caitlyn is available for appointments for the following:
NAPERVILLE • LEMONT LGBTQ+
COUNSELINGWORKS.COM @COUNSELINGWORKSTHERAPY
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Beth Doud
Clinician (MA) “
specializes in:
LGBTQ+ • STRESS MANAGEMENT WOMEN’S ISSUES
We might not be able to control the past, but we can control the meaning we give it.”
◊ Beth has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, providing care to young adults, adults, and couples. She specializes in LGBTQ+, stress management, women’s issues, and relationship issues.
◊ Beth has a warm and authentic approach and a passion for working with marginalized populations, honoring each client’s inner strength and resources.
◊ Beth’s passion for becoming a counseling professional is the opportunity to advocate for more accessible and widespread mental health resources.
Beth is available for appointments for the following: FRANKFORT LEMONT • SHOREWOOD
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specializes in:
LIFE CHANGES/ADJUSTMENTS
Don’t worry about comparing yourself to what is ‘normal’, but instead look at how you have grown in comparison to a previous version of yourself.”
Matt is available for appointments for the following:
COUNSELINGWORKS.COM @COUNSELINGWORKSTHERAPY
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NAPERVILLE TELEHEALTH • LEMONT •
RELIGIOUS/SPIRITUAL LGBTQ+ •
Michaela Gold
specialize
s in:
SEXUAL DIFFICULTIES RELATIONSHIP ISSUES
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PRE/PERI POSTNATAL ISSUES
Let’s create a space that is safe enough to navigate complex intimate situations with honesty and empathy, together.”
Michaela is available for appointments for the following:
LEMONT NAPERVILLE •
COUNSELINGWORKS.COM @COUNSELINGWORKSTHERAPY
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Khadeejah Kurdi
CLINICIAN (MSW)
LGBTQ+ •
specializes in: LIFE CHANGES/ADJUSTMENTS
RACE/SOCIAL JUSTICE/EQUALITY
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We’re all human; every day is for learning”
◊ Khadeejah is a clinician with a Masters degree in Social Work who enjoys working with individuals and families, particularly children and teens ages 6 to 18.
◊ Her areas of specialization include LGBTQ+, Life Changes/Adjustments, Race/Social Justice/Equality, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Body Image, Depression, Eating Disorders, Mood Disorders, OCD, Religious/Spiritual, Self- Esteem/Self Worth, Sexual Diffculties, Stress Management, Trauma/PTSD, and Women’s Issues.
◊ Khadeejah values creating a comfortable atmosphere for clients to feel safe speaking their truth in sessions. Her clinical experience with children and families, coupled with her empathy and social justice focused care, allow Khadeejah to meet clients where they are.
Khadeejah is available for appointments for the following:
NAPERVILLE LEMONT •
COUNSELINGWORKS.COM @COUNSELINGWORKSTHERAPY
Sarah Shaw
Licensed Social Worker “
specializes in:
MOOD DISORDERS EATING DISORDERS
Be curious about yourself, and practice patience and empathy for what you fnd when you start to explore.”
◊ Sarah is a Licensed Social Worker with a Masters degree in social work, who specializes in working with individuals ages 10+, couples and families. Sarah’s areas of expertise include eating disorders, LGBTQ+, mood disorders, ADD/ADHD, anxiety, body image, co-occurring disorders, depression, life changes/adjustments, OCD, self-esteem/self-worth, stress management, trauma/PTSD, and women’s issues.
◊ Sarah’s experience in a variety of treatment settings, including inpatient behavioral health, community mental health, residential eating disorder treatment, and virtual eating disorder support services, has created a foundation for understanding the needs of clients.
◊ Sarah creates a therapeutic environment where clients’ goals are prioritized and their needs are respected, thus allowing for clients to feel invested in therapy sessions. Using multiple treatment approaches, Sarah structures sessions according to each client’s needs.
Sarah is available for appointments for the following:
COUNSELINGWORKS.COM @COUNSELINGWORKSTHERAPY
NAPERVILLE LEMONT •
LGBTQ+ •
Vanessa Witnell
“ specializes in:
ADDICTIONS/SUBSTANCE ABUSE
TRAUMA/PTSD STRESS MANAGEMENT •
Find a way to honor your grief.”
Vanessa is available for appointments at the following locations:
NAPERVILLE LEMONT •
COUNSELINGWORKS.COM @COUNSELINGWORKSTHERAPY