Meet Our Team

Click on the team member’s photo to read their full bio and specialties

 

Gracie Orellano, B.A., Therapist Intern

“I help individuals, parents, and couples communicate more effectively and create balance in their relationships.”

Gracie sees clients in Oak Park and Virtually/Telehealth

Scott Martens, B.A., Therapist Intern

“I will help you identify and build on the strengths you already possess, empowering you to overcome obstacles and solve problems both now and in the future.”

Scott sees clients in Oak Park and Virtually/Telehealth

Kelly Owen, M.S., Therapist Intern

“I help children express their feelings and experiences in age-appropriate ways by developing coping strategies, building resilience, and fostering healthy relationships within the family system.”

Kelly sees clients in Oak Park and Virtually/Telehealth

Jen Kosanovich, M.A. Staff Therapist

“I help parents and children learn the skills necessary to feel confident and connected in all of life’s circumstances.”

Jen sees clients in Oak Park, Chicago, and Virtually/Telehealth

Quin Owen, M.A., Staff Therapist

“I help couples and families who feel they aren’t speaking the same language find more meaningful connection”

Quin sees clients in Oak Park and Virtually/Telehealth

Hutch Wheless, M.A. Staff Therapist

“I help bridge the gap between partners’ communication styles, allowing both parties to feel heard and seen as they repair the relationship and find new means of connection”

Hutch sees clients Virtually/Telehealth

 

We’re expanding our team. Stay tuned!

Hayley Caddell, M.A., ALMFT, Staff Therapist

“I help couples break out of their boring patterns to rediscover love and connection”

Hayley sees clients in Oak Park and Virtually/Telehealth

Annie Toner, M.A., ALMFT, Staff Therapist

“I consider it a privilege to help teens communicate more authentically with their parents, and to help parents better understand their teens”

Annie sees clients in Oak Park, Chicago, and Virtually/Telehealth

 

McKenna Louth, MA, Staff Therapist

“I believe that there is no single approach that fits each individual, which is why I approach each client with intentionality that aids in their progress and helps them feel seen in the therapeutic space.”

McKenna sees clients in Oak Park, Chicago, and Virtually/Telehealth

St. Clair Morris, MS, Staff Therapist

“I will challenge and empower clients to think and dig deeply beyond the surface of their challenges to find clarity and to resolve deeply rooted difficulties.”

St. Clair sees clients in Oak Park and Virtually/Telehealth

Julia Rodriguez, LCPC, OTR Staff Therapist

“I work to make sessions with kids, teens, and families reliably comfortable, often fun, and always open to creativity.”

Julia sees clients in Oak Park and Virtually/Telehealth.

 

Siemone Smith, LCPC, Staff Therapist / Supervisor

“I work with families of all kinds to help them develop and update their Toolbox of skills and resources, which empowers them to create more meaningful and authentic relationships in their lives.”

Siemone sees clients Virtually/Telehealth

Ruaa Jaber, LCSW, Staff Therapist / Supervisor

“I believe everyone has a unique story, and I help clients navigate their narratives, challenge perspectives, and create new stories and outlooks.”

Ruaa sees clients Virtually/Telehealth

Avery Foster, LSW, Staff Therapist

“I am a child and family therapist whose goal is to empower individuals and families through integrating creative expression and encouraging playfulness.”

Avery sees clients in Oak Park and Virtually/Telehealth

Isabel Caisse, M.A., ALMFT, Staff Therapist & Clinical Coordinator

“I help people who’s worlds have just been shaken up find peace and stability in their new normal.”

Isabel sees clients in Oak Park, Chicago, and Virtually/Telehealth

Shala Dryden, Client Care Coordinator

“My hope is that clients feel understood, supported, and well-guided from the initial outreach through their therapy experience”

Tina Shrader, LMFT, Owner & Founder of Empower Family Therapy

“I help couples build a communication toolbox to help them feel heard, seen, and connected”

Tina sees clients in Oak Park and Virtually/Telehealth