Associate Therapists who are LCSWs or LCPCs are independent providers of psychotherapy and counseling services at Life Care Wellness.
Our Therapists – click/tap photo to learn more about them
Samantha McGovern
LCPC, CRSS (Glen Ellyn)
Using a holistic approach and “meeting the client where they are,” my goal is to assist you in reaching your ideal functioning in the 8 dimensions of wellness (emotional, physical, occupational, social, spiritual, intellectual, environmental, and financial). I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem, and interpersonal struggles.
Aneta Wisniewska
Intern (Glen Ellyn)
Although we share experiences, I believe that our individual stories are unique and shaped by developmental and cultural factors. My main focus is recognizing and meeting these individual needs. Therefore, I use a holistic and integrative approach that considers the physical, social, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being of each individual with whom I am honored to share my space.
Jordan Spinazzola
MSW, LSW, ACSW (Glen Ellyn)
I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and families through difficult times and supporting them through those times. I know that each client is their own person, so I meet each client where they are emotionally and mentally, modifying my treatment approach to best aid each client in achieving their goals.
Karen Kuhlman
LSW, CADC
My passion is understanding stored childhood trauma and the long-term effects it can have on adults. I tailor interventions to meet your specific needs. In a warm, understanding, and safe environment, I provide services for a wide range of disorders and difficulties including anxiety, depression, substance use, eating disorders, life transitions, stress, and parenting.
Codie Surratt
MA, LPC, LMT
I draw upon many approaches to create a compassionate, yet challenging experience and therapeutic environment for each client. I work with children, adolescents, and teens coping with the effects of divorce, grief, stress, anxiety, and school-related issues. I enjoy working with adults as well, particularly women.
Rhonda Kelloway
LCSW, SEP, Transforming Touch® Practitioner
An interesting mix of professional training, skills, and life experience adds a unique richness to what I offer clients. I also have been trained as a divorce mediator and received advanced training in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing, gentle and effective treatments for trauma resolution.
Sarah VanMeter
LCSW (Sycamore)
My services are rooted in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT). While I specialize in working with at risk youth, youth in foster care, and those with complex trauma, my clients are of all ages – children as young as 5 through older adults.
Sarah Katula
PhD, APRN Advanced Practice Nurse – Psychiatry Associate Professor
The role of an Advanced Practice Nurse in Psychiatry is, in part, prescribing needed medications. I prescribe Psychotropic medications for adults. Medications can stabilize moods, help one to focus, decrease anxiety, and provide enhanced feelings of wellbeing. When thinking is clearer and mood is stable, your work with a therapist can be enhanced.
Gayle Pape
LCSW
I have 23 years of experience working with children and adolescents. I use a strength- based approach, and I provide a safe space to assist in the processes of empowerment, healing and growth. When working with adults, we look at emotional blockages, relationships, poor self esteem and short term goals.
Marina Lisjonok
MSW, E-CYT, RRT
With expertise in nursing, mental health, social work, and yoga, I have skills and experience to help clients emotionally heal. I combine counseling techniques with yogic practices in group or individual sessions to help create a safe space and to empower clients to use new tools for self-exploration and discovery. I work with older teens and adults.
Linette Howard
MA, LCPC, NCC, SEP
I work with adults who have experienced trauma and developmental trauma in their lives. I primarily use a somatic approach to help my clients have more capacity in their lives for regulation. I use a client-centered approach and determine therapeutic goals with each individual.
Rebecca Muir
Intern
I am currently attending Tulane University in Louisiana online for my MSW program. Tulane’s School of Social Work training has given me a broad understanding of several therapy approaches that I use with clients. I love incorporating mindfulness-based strategies during therapy and encourage clients to use them outside of sessions to help create a more peaceful, joy-filled life.