In-Person & telehealth
Getting to Know Us
Stephanie Maszak, LCSW, CCTP
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience providing support and therapy services to adults and children. I prioritize building trust and creating a safe space where you can explore what’s holding you back and move toward meaningful healing and long-lasting changes. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, helping you access your strengths and build a more grounded, authentic life.
I specialize in trauma therapy as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
My work focuses on helping clients process painful experiences, build a sense of safety, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways. I have extensive experience supporting survivors of childhood adversity including abuse, neglect, and complex trauma, as well as individuals who have served in military and law enforcement roles. You do not have to navigate the effects of trauma alone. Healing is possible — and support matters.
I also have a strong background in substance use and recovery. As a former Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor, I understand how often emotional pain and substance use are connected. Because trauma and addiction are often intertwined, I offer compassionate support for individuals maintaining sobriety as part of their healing process.
My integrative approaches are aimed at helping you access characteristics of your authentic self. I am also LGBTQ+ affirming and committed to providing inclusive, respectful care for all individuals.
Models of Treatment: Internal Family Systems, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered & Strengths-Based Therapy
Melissa Kain, LCSW, CADC
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I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapy with a focus on helping individuals feel supported, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change. I bring experience across mental health counseling and substance use treatment allowing me to meet clients where they are at, and I believe you are more than a diagnosis, and our work together reflects that.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating both substance use and underlying mental health challenges. I am a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with extensive experience supporting individuals working through the 12 Steps and offer thoughtful, individualized guidance whether you’re just beginning or continuing your recovery journey. I’m passionate about helping people find freedom from substance use and build a life that feels stable and fulfilling.
My approach aims to create a space where you can feel safe, accepted, and genuinely heard. I believe healing happens within a trusting relationship, and I strive to foster an environment where you can explore challenges without judgment and reconnect with who you are.
For those who value spirituality, I’m comfortable integrating it into therapy in a way that feels meaningful to you. While my personal faith is important to me, I respect and support a wide range of beliefs and will always follow your lead in this area.
I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist and welcome individuals of all identities and backgrounds.
In my free time, I love animals and enjoy spending time with my children and family, especially when we can get outdoors. I enjoy music, reading, and I'm an avid football fan.
Models of Treatment: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, 12-Step Facilitation, Harm Reduction, Person-Centered Therapy, Expressive Therapies
Ryan Chrisman-DeNegri, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides a warm, thoughtful space for individuals to explore challenges and create meaningful change. I work with adults navigating emotional distress, life transitions, and the lasting impact of difficult experiences.
My clinical experience includes supporting clients through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and periods of uncertainty or change. I also have a background working with more complex mental health needs and individuals with intellectual disabilities, which has deepened my commitment to meeting each person with flexibility, respect, and individualized care.
I believe that the capacity for healing and change already exists within you. My role is to help uncover what may be getting in the way. Therapy with me is active and exploratory — I will gently challenge you to reflect, engage, and discover new insights. I use an integrative approach to health and wellness, recognizing that the mind and body are deeply connected and that meaningful change often involves both.
Above all, I view therapy as a collaborative process rooted in curiosity, growth, and resilience. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for something to shift, I aim to help you reconnect with a sense of clarity and direction.
Outside of my work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and daughter and creating art. I am an avid runner who often sets new personal goals that keep me moving forward.
Models of Treatment: Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT)
Amber Beebe, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and my specialty is working with children and families. My approach is warm, flexible, and tailored to each individual’s needs. I strive to create a safe, welcoming environment where children, teens, and families feel supported, understood, and empowered to grow.
A key area of my work is Parent Coaching and family support. I enjoy helping parents and other caregivers feel more confident and equipped while guiding families toward healthier patterns of interaction and greater overall harmony. I believe meaningful change happens not only in the therapy room, but within the relationships that shape a child’s world.
I also enjoy supporting young adults through important life transitions. Together, we focus on building practical life skills, increasing confidence and independence, and developing the resilience needed to navigate change successfully.
My approach is flexible, drawing from a variety of therapeutic methods to meet each person where they are. I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative, respectful, and grounded in trust.
Outside of work, I enjoy crafting, reading, spending time outdoors, exploring new places, and being with my family.
Models of Treatment: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family-Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, Parent Coaching
Raymond Sullivan, LCPC
I have worked in the mental health field for over a decade, from inpatient psychiatric care to outpatient, finally setting down in private practice, which I believe is my calling. I feel comfortable working with all manner of individuals, from those experiencing significant life changes and looking to find direction to those struggling with various DSM-5 diagnoses and their related symptoms.
I want to help my clients find what works for them and what makes them feel happy, safe, and fulfilled. I believe we all can change and grow if given the right skills. I believe the most critical part of therapy is your relationship with your therapist. We are a team, and my first goal is to foster our connection. I strive to hear you actively and work with you to identify, challenge, and replace negative thoughts and behaviors and learn to implement new, more effective ways of living.
If you are looking for a therapist who speaks plainly and is motivated to work cooperatively with you to accomplish your goals and achieve the changes you want, then I am here for you. I believe in fostering a relationship that is built on comfort and security but direct and honest, which allows us to get to the root of change.
Models of Treatment: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Reality Therapy/Choice Theory, Person-Centered Therapy
Yvonne Rios, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work at Aurora University. Throughout my career I have worked in a variety of settings working primarily with adults and specializing in crisis intervention. I have experience working with individuals who have struggled with depression, anxiety, anger/frustration tolerance, and post traumatic stress. Other areas of practice include working with individuals who have experienced grief and loss, trauma, and general life stressors or transitions.
I believe in working together to build a collaborative and honest working relationship in an effort to best help each individual meet their independent goals. I use a person-centered approach to meet each individual where they're at from the initial assessment and throughout treatment. I enjoy highlighting strengths and encouraging individuals to use them in session as well as within everyday life.
Outside of work, I am a mother, a wife, and a dog mom. I enjoy spending time with my immediate and extended family. I enjoy being outdoors, spending time with my friends and neighbors, playing with my dogs, and going to Disney.
Models of Treatment: Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Anne Rodgers-Sullivan, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with diverse populations, including victims/survivors of interpersonal violence, homeless veterans, and those who have experienced mental health challenges. I have worked in a variety of settings including non-for-profit organizations (domestic violence agencies, homeless veterans, residential, and outpatient community mental health), as well as private practice. I received a Bachelor's Degree with a concentration in Human Services at Judson University and a Master's Degree in Social Work at Aurora University.
I have extensive experience with crisis intervention, women’s issues, domestic violence, grief & loss, and life transitions. I also have experience providing services to those who have struggles with a variety of mental health issues including struggles with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and issues pertaining to self-esteem, relationships, family conflict, parenting, and stress management. I provide services to youth, adults, and families. I strive to work collaboratively with clients to restore hope and rebuild lives through authentic, trusting relationships. I utilize an integrative approach while focusing on individual strengths and empowerment while providing a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment and relationship.
In my spare time, I have a passion for vegetable gardening and creating healthy, wonderful meals from the fruit of my labor. I liken the process of gardening to therapy; taking all the resources, nurturing, pruning, working hard, growing and achieving an outcome resulting in endless possibilities.
Models of Treatment: Somatic Experiencing, Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Non-Violent Communication, Family-Focused Therapy, Expressive Therapies
Dawn Byrne, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in mental health counseling. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign and my Master's in Social Work from Aurora University. I have experience working in a variety of settings and with diverse populations of all ages. I spent the majority of my career in non-profit organizations including community mental health agencies, residential treatment centers, and domestic violence agencies. I have a passion for mental health counseling and serving vulnerable populations. I can treat a variety of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and post traumatic stress disorder. I have extensive experience with crisis intervention, domestic violence counseling, grief and loss, medical trauma, and life transitions.
My approach to therapy is person-centered and collaborative in nature, working together to meet your personal treatment goals. My goal is to provide an environment where you feel safe, accepted, understood, valued, and respected. I utilize trauma-informed and holistic approaches, considering your physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband, children, and extended family. One of my hobbies is baking and decorating sugar cookies to tap into my creative side. I also enjoy classic and antique cars.
Models of Treatment: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy
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