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THESE ARE TRYING TIMES FOR ALL OF US.


HOW ARE YOU FEELING?

TALK WITH A THERAPIST FROM CENTENNIAL COUNSELING.

Centennial Counseling Centers, located in St Charles, Yorkville, and Sandwich,
Illinois, have over 40-year history of careful listening, thoughtful advice,
and supportive treatments. 

Our therapists offer unique specialties from family and couples counseling
to individual therapy to help with anxiety, anger, depression or any other
mental health issues you are facing. Having a therapist to help you get there is
where Centennial can support you to be the best version of yourself.   

Scheduling an appointment is confidential. Therapists can engage in counseling
in person at one of our three offices or via telehealth. We accept most major
insurance plans. Contact us today to see how we can help.

THE MAJOR SPECIALTY AREAS WHERE WE CAN HELP:

Depression
ADHD
Adoptions
Family Conflict
Divorce
Men’s & Women’s Issues
Anxiety Disorders
Trauma (PTSD)
LGBTQ

Grief & Loss
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Attachment Therapy
Couples Therapy
Relational Loneliness
Substance Abuse
Panic & Phobia Disorders
Eating Disorders
Hypnotherapy

Difficult Life Transitions
Play Therapy/Autplay
Psychological Testing
Blended Families
Older Adults & Aging
Anger Management
OCD
Chronic Pain & Health Issues


OUR MISSION :

 * Provide the highest quality therapeutic care
 * Long-term commitment to serve our communities
 * Assist clients in a faith-sensitive manner

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St. Charles
1120 E Main St
St. Charles IL 60174
P 630-377-6613
F 630-377-6225

Yorkville
110 E Countryside Parkway
Yorkville IL 60560
P 630-553-1600
F 630-553-7993

Sandwich
207 E Church St
Sandwich IL 60548
P 815-786-8606
F 815-786-1541



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OLIVIA FALES, PSYD

Specialties

 * Adolescents & College Students
 * Life Transitions: Grief & Loss
 * Psychological Evaluations

Education & Certification

 * Midwestern University
   PsyD  Clinical Psychology
 * St. George’s University
   Post Baccalaureate Certificate
   Foundations to Medicine
 * Loyola University, New Orleans
   BS   Biological Sciences Pre-med





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GRACE ANDERSON, MA

Specialties

 * Women’s Issues
 * Children & Adolescents
 * Couples & Families
 * Life Transitions: Grief & Loss

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College Graduate School
   Marriage & Family Therapy
 * Point Loma Nazarene University
   BA  Psychology
 * Prepare & Enrich Facilitator

Grace Anderson earned her Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from
Wheaton College Graduate School.  Prior to entering graduate school, Grace
worked for 6 years providing nanny services to numerous families who needed
childcare and support. In addition, Grace also volunteered with college students
assisting them in their personal development and providing emotional support
through difficult life transitions.  Grace completed training as a Prepare and
Enrich facilitator and is certified to work with couples who are planning to get
married or have experienced marital challenges later in their married life. 

Life can become challenging at times; Grace believes therapy can offer a space
for healing, growth, freedom, and laughter. Grace has a passion for walking the
path alongside people in their pain and empowering them.  In this process, a
person will experience the opportunity to be an active agent of change on their
own journey and growth.   Grace enjoys working with children and adolescents as
they encounter challenges or difficulties in life.  In addition, Grace also
works with couples and families providing guidance and support through
surprising or painful events in their life.  Grace also has experiences working
with individuals who have experienced past and present situations of grief and
loss.



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INGO WEIGOLD, MS, LCPC

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Men’s issues/Young Adults
 * Couples
 * Sexuality
 * Grief and Loss/Life transitions

Education & Certification

 * Benedictine University
   MS Clinical Psychology

 * University of Michigan
   BS Computer Engineering

Ingo enjoys assisting individuals in developing a greater understanding of
themselves in order to engage in a life that is congruent, powerful, and
meaningful. He considers it a privilege to walk alongside clients struggling
with life transitions, especially teenagers and adult males, while helping them
to find their voice and to establish healthy boundaries. Ingo welcomes the
opportunity to engage with couples in therapy by encouraging them to cultivate
an awareness of each other and their relationship. With an extensive background
in various group therapies, Ingo believes that the dynamic of here and now
interactions enables clients to set in motion positive changes in the moment
while inspiring each other to grow. Prior to joining Centennial Counseling, Ingo
was involved in technical sales and project consulting.

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KAYLA KAUFFMAN, MSW, LSW

LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Adolescents, young adults and adults
 * Couples
 * Families
 * Trauma/PTSD

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   Masters in Social Work
 * University of Illinois-Champaign
   BS, Agriculture Science Education

Kayla believes that the stories we tell ourselves matter. Using a
client-centered, body-based narrative approach, she is particularly interested
in working with individuals and couples to untangle how trauma and transition
have impacted their stories. With a history of working in the mental health
crisis field, she does not shy away from the hard stuff. By paying explicit
attention to the narratives we construct, she facilitates healing, skill
integration, and present-moment awareness. 



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KATHY BUHRT, MA, LCPC

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Anxiety & Life Transitions
 * ADHD & School Difficulties
 * Autism & Social Emotional Learning
 * Grief & Loss

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College Graduate School
   MA Clinical Psychology
 * Northern Illinois University
   Special Education Endorsement
   Early Childhood Education Certification (Birth – 3rd Grade)
 * Greenville University
   BA Psychology

Kathy’s passion for working with children and their families has been present
for over 30 years. She completed her Master of Arts degree in Clinical
Psychology at Wheaton College, then joined the Wheaton College Counseling
Center, where she worked with both undergraduate and graduate students in
therapy. After spending time at home helping her own children develop and grow,
Kathy returned to work with a new direction for her passion: becoming an
elementary school teacher. For the next 18 years, Kathy engaged in preschool
education with students who struggled with cognitive, emotional, social,
behavioral, and relational difficulties that inhibited their ability to be
successful in school. Kathy enjoyed the opportunity to support these children
and their families as they encountered physical difficulties, parental divorce,
traumatic family situations, and stressors of limited financial resources.

Kathy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience working with children as she
joins Centennial Counseling Center. She has worked with children daily each
school year who struggled with ADHD, Autism, Major Depression, and Anxiety.
Kathy has been involved in the IEP process in developing social, emotional, 



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CYNTHIA MOREHEAD, MSW, LSW

LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Trauma
 * Marital/Couples
 * Children/Play therapy
 * Older adults

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   Masters in Social Work
 * Wheaton College
   BA, Psychology



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KATIE CYGAN, MSW, LSW, CADC

LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Addiction-Relapsed Prevention
 * Children & Adolescents
 * Family & Parenting
 * Life Transitions-Emerging Adulthood

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   MSW  Social Work
 * Nothern Illinois University
   BA Psychology and English 

Katie’s approach to therapy is client-centered collaboration. By working
together to establish goals and create an individualized treatment
plan, Katie provides a safe place to share one’s concerns. Katie develops a
trusting and supportive environment and treats each client as an
individual. With a background in residential treatment for
addiction, Katie understands the many levels of recovery. Katie sees clients
ages six and above. With the use of humor, CBT, and DBT Katie provides a place
for each client to grow. 



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JENNA LEWEY, MS

Specialties

 * Family and Couples Therapy
 * 
Life Transitions

 * Trauma, Grief & Loss
 * 
Children 5+

Education & Certification

 * Northern Illinois University
   
MS Marriage & Family Therapy
 * BA Rehabilitation & Disability Services

   Gottman I & II Training

Jenna is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families develop and
maintain meaningful connections. Utilizing a client-centered approach, she is
adamant about meeting clients where they are in their therapeutic journey. It is
imperative to her that each and every client is in control of their own healing
and responsible for the change they are able to make within their life and
relationships. While working with clients across the life-span, Jenna is able to
utilize a multitude of therapeutic techniques specific and necessary to each
client.



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CHRISTINA M. CORTES, MSW, LCSW 

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Parenting
 * Anger Management
 * Trauma/PTSD
 * LGBTQ
 * Intimacy/Sex Positive

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   Masters in Social Work

 * Academy of Art
   BFA, Bachelor in Fine Arts

Christina is passionate about helping others gain new skills, be empowered, and
feel understood. This is done through a client-centered, positive focused
approach using CBT, Solution-focused, mindfulness, DBT, and expressive arts. She
works with the mind and body while integrating spirituality if it serves the
client. She has experience working with disabilities and sensory issues and
specializes in working with children as young as five through young adulthood.
She is honored to walk this journey with you to heal and grow.



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LINDSEY SMITH, MSW, LCSW

LINDSEY IS A LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Anxiety
 * ADHD
 * Trauma
 * BiPolar Disorder
 * Depression

Education & Certification

 * University of St. Francis
   Master in Social Work
 * University of St. Francis
   Bachelor in Social Work

 Lindsey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who prioritizes using a warm,
authentic, and evidence-based approach. Her crisis work with patients in
hospital settings and therapy settings has allowed her to be well rounded in
seeing the big picture for clients in their whole wellness. Lindsey meets
clients where they are at and is creative with approaches to helping including
using play therapy, mindfulness and DBT skills. She is passionate about
decreasing the stigma around mental health and creating a space where clients
feel comfortable working towards lasting change. 

Areas of Speciality include: Anxiety, Depression, BiPolar Disorder, ADHD and
trauma. 

Populations she enjoys working with include Men, Women with trauma backgrounds,
children 7+ and adolescents and family systems. 



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ALEAH CIPRA, MA

Specialties

 * Couples
 * Families
 * Trauma
 * Children 5+
 * Perinatal disorders and loss

Education & Certification

 * Lindenwood University
   BA Business Administration
 * Northern Illinois University
   MS Marriage & Family Therapy
 * Gottmann 1 & 2 Training
 * Prepare & Enrich Facilitator

With a deep rooted belief in the power of human connections, Aleah is passionate
about helping individuals, couples, and families cultivate deep and meaningful
relationships with themselves and others. Using a wholistic mind-body approach,
Aleah works with children, adolescents, and adults to create a safe space within
the therapy room to navigate complex emotions, challenge fears, and identify
interactional patterns. Through new awareness and perspective, Aleah aims to
create safety within relationships to heal and strengthen emotional bonds as
well as transform the ways people relate to others leading to happier and
healthier lives. Additionally, Aleah works as a gymnastics coach where she
incorporates mental toughness and mental wellness training to create a healthy
sport environment for her athletes. 



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AUTUMN WIBORG, MA, LPC

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Life Transitions
 * Young Adults / Adults
 * Parenting / Couples
 * LGBTQ+

Education & Certification

 * Judson University
   MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling
 * DePaul University
   BS Accounting



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JOHN DEKU, MS, LCPC

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Social anxiety, phobias, OCD
 * Acute / chronic depression
 * Grief and Loss / Life Transitions
 * Worrying

Education & Certification

 * Eastern Illinois University
   MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling
   BS Psychology

John believes that a customized plan must be invented for every client; but
listening and understanding are always the first steps. He believes that the
best outcomes are found when combining modern psychological research with a
personalized approach for each individual. John entered the psychology field to
combine his passions for listening and helping others. He aims to make these
passions evident in every session.



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TIMOTHY BUHRT, PSYD, CEO

LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Specialties

 * Aging & Older adults
 * Psychological Testing & ADHD
 * Life Transitions & Grief/Loss
 * Complicated Trauma & Abuse

Education & Certification

 * Rosemead School of Psychology
   PsyD Clinical Psychology
   MA Clinical Psychology

 * Wheaton College Graduate School
   MA Clinical Psychology
   MA Systematic Theology

 * Hamline University
   BA Psychology
   

Psychotherapy is a personal experience that combines both art and science.
Through the process of exploration, Tim works diligently to understand the
experiences in life that contribute to a person’s current desire to enter
therapy. Whether addressing difficulties that occurred long ago or a painful
event that happened recently, Tim is highly interested in assisting others to
develop a path in life that is more satisfying for them. In addition to
administrative and supervision responsibilities at Centennial, Dr. Buhrt is an
adjunct professor at Wheaton College Graduate School in the Marriage & Family
Therapy program.

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VICTOR EPPERSON, MS, LPC

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Men’s issues
 * Children & Adolescents
 * Couples & Families
 * Spiritual Development

Education & Certification

 * Eastern Illinois University
   MS in Counseling

 * Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
   BA in Sociology

Victor takes a practical, down to earth approach to working with people. Having
worked as a guidance counselor in a school he has a lot of experience and enjoys
working with kids and adolescents using play and experiential activities to
build trust with them. He enjoys working with family systems as well and is
creative about meeting families where they are at and supporting as well as
challenging conversations about how families can be the best they can be. Victor
also enjoys working with couples as they sort through whatever flavor of life’s
“stuff” they are dealing with. He is empathetic and works to help couples see
things from different perspectives. 

On a personal note Victor enjoys time outdoors building things and art with his
family. He enjoys woodworking, fishing and making fishing equipment. 

Areas of Speciality: couples issues, masculine development, ADHD, spiritual
concerns, and recovering from shame.

Populations Serving include Children 5+, Adolescents, Families, and Co-Parenting



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JENNIFER GELTZ, MSW, LCSW, DIRECTOR

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Children 8+, adolescents, families
 * Womens’ issues
 * Addiction and Recovery
 * Trauma

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   MSW Master of Social Work

 * Illinois State University
   BSW Social Work

Jennifer Geltz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working in the Sandwich
office of Centennial Counseling Center. Jennie’s positive focus on people’s
strengths and helping people grow new areas of coping for life’s challenges is
part of her passion for working with people.

Jennie obtained in bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Illinois State
University in Normal, IL, and a Master’s in Social Work from Aurora University
in Aurora, Il with a focus on working with school systems and adolescents and
families in their community.

Jennie has experience working with individuals, groups, and families providing
therapy in a community mental health and addiction treatment agency as well as
working with school districts. She has led youth groups and large events for
youth around drug and alcohol prevention as well as recovery-oriented community
events. Jennie specializes in working with women, men, adolescents, and families
around co-occurring mental health problems and drug and alcohol problems.
Helping to motivate clients to change in these often difficult areas in one’s
life as well as focusing on the person’s goals and desires for help are areas of
focus in starting a therapeutic relationship. Jennie works with families to
educate them on what their loved one is experiencing and then takes
problem-solving to the next level by helping families through conflict
management towards positive growth.

Area’s of specialty are: Anxiety, Bi-Polar, Depression, Drug and Alcohol
Problems, Trauma and impact on both women and men, LGBTQ population, adolescents
and transition of life phases and wholistic life wellness.

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BERNADETTE COLLINS, MS, LMFT, CFLE

LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST
CERTIFIED FAMILY LIFE EDUCATOR

Specialties

 * Parenting and Family Life Education
 * Trauma, Grief & Loss
 * Family & Couples Therapy
 * Life Transitions
 * Premarital / Prepare & Enrich Assessment

Education & Certification

 * Northern Illinois University
   MS Marriage & Family Therapy
   MS Applied Family & Child Studies
   BS Psychology

 * Prepare & Enrich Facilitator
 * 60-hour Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Certification
 * Gottman I & II Training

Bernadette understands that in order to help facilitate growth in an individual,
couple or family they need to be in a safe place. Each person’s goal is distinct
and important. She works with each client where they are at and helps them
identify coping mechanisms and other skills that will allow them to have a
healthier future.

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LAURIE COX, PHD, LCPC, CADC

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Adolescents, young adults, middle aged, older adults
 * Phobias, trauma, sexual abuse, PTSD, grief and loss
 * Addiction and Recovery, Relapse prevention
 * Alternative approaches to health
 * Assessment

Education & Certification

 * PhD, Health Psychology
 * MS, Art Therapy and Psychology
 * BS, Psychology
 * Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)

Laurie is passionate about creating a therapeutic relationship based on
genuineness, empathy, and unconditional positive regard while utilizing
traditional, alternative, and holistic therapeutic approaches to healing.

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TIFFANY MARKELZ, MSW, LCSW

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Anxiety
 * Substance use disorders
 * Trauma
 * Stress management
 * Relational issues

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   MSW Master of Social Work
 * Northern Illinois University
   Bachelors in Psychology
 * Waubonsee Community College
   Certified Alcohol and Drug Counseling
   

Tiffany has experience working with individuals, groups, and families providing
therapy in an addiction treatment agency and community mental health agency. 

Tiffany specializes in working with co-occurring mental health concerns. Tiffany
works with families to educate them on what their loved one is experiencing and
bridging conflicts with open communication. Tiffany strives to develop a safe
environment for clients utilizing a mindful holistic approach. She assists
clients with self-empowerment, understanding the family system impact, and
growing through the transitions of life.

Personally, Tiffany enjoys yoga, reading, and doing crafts in her spare time.
She enjoys spending time outdoors with her family. 

Areas of specialty are: Anxiety, substance use disorders, trauma, stress
management, and relational issues

Populations Tiffany enjoys working with include Men and Women with trauma in
childhood, Adolescents and family members.

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SCOTT GLEESON, M.A.

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Trauma & Complex PTSD
 * Couples/Relationship
 * Men’s Issues
 * Depression & Anxiety

Education & Certification

 * Northwestern University
   MA Psychology
 * Illinois State University
   BS Journalism

Scott enjoys working with clients of diverse struggles and backgrounds, from
adults of all ages to adolescents and children. Through both a psychodynamic
perspective and cognitive behavioral approach, his goal is to foster a safe
environment of acceptance and depth through empathic dialogue.

Scott has experience working in a variety of mental health settings, where he
developed a focus on trauma and relational dynamics. He has an extensive
background in group therapies and is a Gottman-certified couples’ therapist. At
Centennial, Scott collaborates with clients to develop strategies that create
hope and healing in the short term and generate meaningful, lasting change in
the long term.  

Scott also works as a clinical supervisor to counselors-in-training at
Northwestern University, his alma-mater. Prior to entering the mental health
field, he enjoyed a decade-long career in journalism where he won multiple
writing awards by The Associated Press and NLGJA. He currently writes feature
stories for Counseling Today to bridge his past and present careers



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MARIA SANTIAGO, MSW

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 *  Trauma & Sexual Abuse
 *  Adolescent/Young Adult Issues & School Issues
 *  LGBTQ+ Issues
 *  Bilingual (Spanish/English) & Bicultural (Latine’)

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   MSW, Social Work
 * Northeastern Illinois University
   BSW, Social Work

My professional experience has varied from working in community mental health,
private practice, substance abuse clinics for mandated clients to being the
clinical director of a school for teens with mental health issues. I have also
engaged in therapy with survivors of trauma (physical, sexual, emotional and
interpersonal) as well as individuals who struggle with chronic mental health
issues. My trauma informed care perspective of therapy includes a pragmatic
approach to continual improvement of my client’s mental health. 

The majority of my clients are first time clients to therapy and have or are
experiencing a mental health urgency or emergency. I strive to help my clients
navigate the difficult times and move on to thriving in their lives as they
begin to learn strategies to living a better life.

Understanding that everyone that comes to therapy is looking for change is the
approach that I take when initiating services with clients. I look for strengths
that are innate in my clients and work to build with them in order to formulate
a cohesive approach to care.

My “big picture” approach is that “best care and best practice starts with the
relationships that are built in therapy”.



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ANGELA HEYEN, MA, ALMFT


 ASSOCIATE LICENSED MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPIST

Specialties

 * Attachment Loss, Self-Esteem
 * Multi-Cultural/Diversity
 * Couples
 * Parenting/Families

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College
   MA, Marriage & Family Therapy

 * Loyola University
   MA, Education
 * University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
   BS, Psychology

Angela is passionate about helping others. Her professional background in
various fields and environments has allowed her to appreciate different
perspectives while providing guidance and support. Angela’s hope is to provide
personal growth and find lasting healing and restoration.



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DANIEL BEARD, MA, LMFT

LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST

Specialties

 * Children
 * Men’s issues
 * Grief and Loss
 * Couples and Family Therapy

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College
   MA Marriage & Family Therapy

 * Oral Roberts University
   BA History

Daniel believes in looking at life through the lens of relationships. He strives
to provide a place to look at how relationships affect our world views and
inform our decisions. His goal is to support and empower clients and offer
relational tools to approach problems proactively.

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DEBRA ERNST, MA, LCPC

LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Parenting
 * Eating Disorders
 * Mood/Anxiety
 * DisorderAnger
 * Management/Addiction
 * Trauma/Personality Disorders

Education & Certification

 * University of Iowa
   Bachelor in Fine Arts, Journalism

 * Roosevelt University
   Master’s in Business Administration
   Master’s of Art in Community Counseling
   

It can be difficult and frustrating to engage in behaviors that do not elicit
the outcome that we intended. Many times we are unaware of these behavior
patterns that we engage in let alone why we do so. I love working alongside
clients to explore these patterns and dynamics to gain an understanding of why
we do what we do and what needs we are trying to get met. We can then identify
more effective ways of getting our needs met that bring us closer to the
meaningful life that we all long to live. I utilize therapeutic skills and
interventions from DBT, ACT, and CBT. I have spent a number of years working
with multi-symptomatic clients in higher levels of care. I consider it an honor
to be invited into someone’s world to explore their suffering and create
meaningful change.



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SARAH TURNER, MA, LCPC

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Trauma, abuse, PTSD, and grief
 * Young Children through Adults
 * Emotional Regulation and Behavioral Issues
 * Attachment and Codependency
 * Treatment Resistant Depression

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College
   MA Clinical Psychology
   BA Psychology

When life is complicated and chaotic, Sarah enjoys entering into the eye of the
storm with individuals and providing a safe place where they can reconnect with
their inner wisdom and bravery. Sarah integrates the research of psychology and
trauma with the messy nature of human life to create a unique, holistic, soulful
therapy endeavor for each child, adolescent, and adult with whom she works. When
children are struggling, Sarah provides both the child and their parents with
skills and support while they navigate toward growth and healing. Sarah has a
gentle and honest approach and is committed to walking alongside her clients
through the pain, frustration, or anxiety into a fuller, more meaning-filled
life.

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LINDSAY MCANDREWS, MA, LMFT

LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST

Specialties

 * Adolescents
 * Couples
 * Spiritual Concerns

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College
   MA Marriage & Family Therapy
   MA Christian Formation and Ministry

 * Baylor University
   BBA Business Administration

 * ALMFT, Associate Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

It is my hope that therapy will be a place that my clients experience true
healing and growth, regardless of the journey they find themselves on. I believe
that sharing with clients in both of lifes joys and suffering is one of the
greatest privileges and an honor I do not take lightly. I believe that as
people, we are relational by nature, and thus I like to approach therapy from a
systemic perspective that takes into account an individual’s context in order to
tell the whole story of who they are. I am interested in walking alongside men
and women who are experiencing the weight of anxiety and depression and are
looking for someone who will understand the hidden part of the heaviness they
carry. I also have compassion for understanding adolescents who are struggling
to navigate all of the unique changes and struggles that are often present
during these pivotal and formational years. Finally, I love working with
families and couples, working collectively to assist them in restoring
predictability and order in their lives and relationships.

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MARKO TUNJIC, LCPC, CADC, EMDR

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Identity Formation
 * Attachment and Boundaries in Relationships
 * Recovering from Addiction and Trauma
 * Cross Cultural Transition

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College
   MA Community Mental Health Counseling
   MA Theology
   BA Social Work

My approach to therapy is informed by my diverse educational, cultural and
spiritual background along with curiosity that helps me to stay immersed in the
stories of people I work with. I want my clients to experience me as being
genuinely interested in them and passionate about all the ways they can build up
motivation, skills, and resources for change, recovery, healing, and growth.

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KESHA AINSWORTH, MSW, MBA, LSW

LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Anxiety & Depression – CBT,
 * Trauma – Life Transitions
 * Family – Parenting
 * Substance Abuse/Process Addictions

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   MSW, Social Work

 * Aurora University
   MBA, Business Administration

Kesha believes that each client possesses the strengths needed to resolve life
challenges, and her role is to help clients navigate their experiences to arrive
at their own best solutions.



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VIVIAN RENDAS, MA, LPC

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Children & Adolescents
 * Parenting
 * Adults/Relationship Issues

Education & Certification

 * Judson University
   MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

 * Judson University
   BA, Human Services

Vivian believes that therapy is a safe place for exploring beliefs, behaviors,
feelings, and relationship issues to move toward being a healthier version of
yourself while resolving painful emotions.



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PAT SOMERS, PHD, LCPC

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Attachment, Adoption, Infertility
 * Life Transitions, Grief and Loss
 * Trauma, EMDR
 * Mindfulness, CBT, DBT

Education & Certifications

 * Walden University
   PhD, Clinical Psychology

 * Liberty University
   MA, Counseling

 * University of Illinois
   BA, Psychology





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JIM OTEPKA, MS, LMFT

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Families
 * Couples
 * Aging & Life Transitions

Education & Certification

 * Northern Illinois University
   MS, Community Mental Health Counseling

 * St. Mary’s University of Minnesota
   BA, English

“I believe that our fundamental role as therapists is to create with our clients
a safe & trusting relationship within which they can begin to construct, or
re-construct, life narratives that honestly make sense to them.”



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TARYN COLARUSSO, MSW, LCSW

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Trauma & PTSD, Grief/Loss
 * LGBTQ+
 * Couples counseling
 * Mood disorders, OCD, Anxiety

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   Master of Social Work

 * Aurora University
   Bachelor of Social Work

Taryn uses a client-centered approach to provide a safe space for individuals
and couples seeking help. She uses a multitude of therapeutic interventions
catered to fit individual needs. She aims to help clients discover their values,
strengths, and add meaning to their lives. She believes that active listening,
validating, and forming a good therapeutic relationship is key to helping
individuals on their journey toward healing. 



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CAMERON YOUNG, MA, MTS, LMFT

LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST

Specialties

 * Couples, attachment, divorce
 * Men’s Issues
 * Spiritual concerns
 * Process addictions

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College
   MA Clinical Psychology

 * Grand Rapids Theological Seminary
   MTS Theological Studies

 * Cornerstone University
   BA History

Life can be tough, confusing, even painful. At times, all of us need someone to
help share the burden, a safe place to let down and figure it out. I have
dedicated my life and training to helping others do that through church
ministry, 12 Step groups, teaching and now, professional counseling. Among my
particular passions are helping couples find their way back to strong, safe,
loving connection and adults heal and grow. If I can help, I would consider it a
privilege to be invited to walk a stretch of your journey with you.

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EILEEN SULLIVAN, MSW, LSW, CADC

LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER
CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Young adults—dual diagnosis
 * Womens’ issues—codependency, infertility, adoption
 * Older adults and aging
 * Addiction and Recovery

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   MSW Social Work
   LSW Social Work

 * Adler University
   Advanced Alcohol and Other Abuse Counselor

 * Fordham University
   MSEd Mental Health Counseling

 * Boston College
   BS Lynch School of Education
   Elementary Education /Human development

Eileen Sullivan is a client centered therapist whose aim is to create a safe,
trusting supportive environment where clients can bring their pain and feel less
alone in this process. She explores healing through strength based / solution
focused approach that will help clients navigate their life by achieving their
goals and potential. Eileen’s focuses on building a compassionate and safe
environment where clients can develop a collaborative relationship. She uses a
an eclectic approach that integrates a variety of evidence-based techniques,
including Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy(DBT)
and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT).

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MARY CLARKE, MA, LCPC, CADC

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Substance abuse and Recovery / Codependence
 * Anger Management
 * Trauma /Life Transitions
 * Men’s and Women’s Issues

Education & Certification

 * DePaul University
   MA Counseling Psychology
   BA Psychology

About

Mary Kay Clarke earned her master’s degree in counseling from DePaul University
in 1991 and is board certified in addiction treatment.  Mary Kay brings a
compelling foundation of experience to her practice and her motivating approach
to therapy is fueled by enthusiasm, empathy, and a sincere compassion for her
clients.  Whether you are seeking freedom from stress, personal healing, or need
a change in perspective, Mary Kay’s approach brings to light your unique life
situation.  Ready to challenge you, Mary Kay wants to help you build upon your
strengths and fine-tune the areas of your life that need a better response.

Mary Kay’s goal for each client is not only based on encouragement and tailoring
an action plan, it is based on a genuine respect for your life.  With a mindset
of looking at life as an ever-evolving process, Mary Kay believes that small
changes will bring big results in the vitality of your life. Your goal should
not be perfection, rather exploring ways to make positive and assertive choices
to reach your own personal contentment.

Mary Kay has experience working with a variety of chemical dependency, mental
health, dual diagnosis, marital/family, military, educational, and court-ordered
programs. Mary Kay has worked in the judicial system, private practice, and
several hospital systems on every level of care. She was also a consultant for
the military specializing in trauma, deployment, and re-integration. 

Mary Kay has been a member of the Illinois Alcoholism and Drug Dependence
Association since 1991 and is certified in critical incident stress management.

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COLIN EGGLESON, MA, LMFT

ASSOCIATE LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST

Specialties

 * Mens’ Issues
 * Adolescents
 * Couples and families
 * Grief and loss

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College
   MA Marriage & Family Therapy

 * Taylor University
   BA Psychology

Colin is passionate about helping couples, families, and individuals communicate
more effectively, experience different ways of relating to one another and see
new perspectives. Colin is interested in making changes that not only impact the
individual, but also impact those they find themselves in relationship with.

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KIMBERLY ELDRIDGE, MSW, LCSW

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Play therapy & Autplay
 * Attachment & Anxiety
 * Children & Adults
 * Expressive Activities

Education & Certification

 * Kennesaw State University, Georgia
   MSW Masters in Social Work

 * Georgetown College
   BA Psychology

 * Registered Play Therapist
 * Theraplay Informed Therapist

Kimberly desires to journey alongside individuals, children, and families to
feel heard and understood, and utilize their strengths to experience
empowerment, positive changes, and connection. Using play therapy, Theraplay
informed practice, and expressive activities Kimberly helps a person process
experiences that can be overwhelming at times and provides parent support to
find helpful and meaningful ways to approach difficulties and life. Kimberly
also assists others in exploring their faith and the manner in which
spirituality affects their daily life. By examining all areas of life, Kimberly
strives to contribute to personal growth and increased satisfaction in
relationships.

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TINA COOPER, MSW, LCSW,CADC, CAMS-II

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR
CERTIFIED ANGER MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Specialties

 * Addiction and Recovery
 * Anger Management
 * Codependency
 * Life Transitions

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   MSW Master of Social Work
   BS Recreation Administration

 * MRT, Moral Reconation Therapy

Tina’s approach to therapy is strength based, empowering, and interactive. Tina
believes in the importance of meeting the individual where they are in life, and
that successful change is possible. Tina assists her clients in gaining new
skills, and connect with resources to support positive progress towards their
goals. Tina is eclectic utilizing multiple approaches that often include
cognitive-behavioral, narrative, systems, step work, client-centered,
psychoeducation, solution, and motivational interviewing.

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TRUDE HOLLI, MS, LMFT

LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST

Specialties

 * Relationship counseling/Uncoupling
 * Mood/emotional regulation
 * Women’s desire and sexuality
 * Stress Management

Education & Certification

 * Northern Illinois University
   MS Marriage & Family Therapy

 * Arizona State University
   BA Broadcast Journalism

 * Certified Advanced Hypnotherapist

It takes courage to begin therapy. And hope, even when you feel the most
hopeless. Trude invites you into private conversations on how to cope with the
roadblocks that hinders joy and participation in life, in relationships and with
ourselves. She’ll collaborate with the part of each person that desires change
and wants new directions. If you and your partner struggle to connect, Trude
offers you both a safe place to practice new steps to take.

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NICOLE MCDONALD-MARTINEZ
MSW, LCSW, ACAS

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Autism Spectrum Disorder
 * Behavioral issues in children and adults
 * Chronic pain and health issues
 * Difficult life transitions

Education & Certification

 * Dominican University
   MSW Master of Social Work

 * Illinois State University
   BA Psychology

 * ACAS Advanced Certified Autism Specialist

Nicole is passionate about assisting individuals and families through difficult
times, emotional crisis, or painful life transitions. She strives to provide
each client/family with a warm, secure, and nurturing environment to promote
healing in their lives. Using an integrative approach, Nicole provides
clients/families with the necessary tools and strategies to facilitate change in
their life in a compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative way.

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DAVID NORTON, PHD, LMFT

LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST

Specialties

 * Older adults
 * Couples
 * Men’s Issues

Education & Certification

 * University of Wisconsin – Madison
   PhD Child & Family Studies

 * Taylor University
   MA Marriage & Family Therapy

 * Houghton College
   BA

David founded Centennial Counseling Center in 1985. He retired from ownership in
2019 and still sees his long-term clients at Centennial. After 20 years of
teaching, David also retired from his responsibilities as Guest Associate
Professor of Marriage and Family Therapy at Wheaton College Graduate School.
Professionally now, David spends his time consulting with other mental health
practice owners, doing occasional professional workshops and writing.

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PATRICK MORRISON, MSW, LCSW

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Specialties

 * Grief and loss
 * Relationship issues
 * Older adults
 * Workplace challenges

Education & Certification

 * University of Illinois – Chicago
   MSW Master of Social Work

 * Southern Illinois University – Carbondale
   MS Journalism
   BS Journalism

Patrick works with individual adults, couples & older adults. He utilizes an
eclectic approach that is specifically tailored to fit each client’s needs.
Patrick’s forte is brief, solution-focused treatment. He also serves clients who
access their company-sponsored Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs).

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TINA COOPER, MSW, LCSW,CADC, CAMS-II

LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST
CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR
CERTIFIED ANGER MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Specialties

 * Addiction and Recovery
 * Anger Management
 * Codependency
 * Life Transitions

Education & Certification

 * Aurora University
   MSW Master of Social Work
   BS Recreation Administration

 * MRT, Moral Reconation Therapy

Tina’s approach to therapy is strength based, empowering, and interactive. Tina
believes in the importance of meeting the individual where they are in life, and
that successful change is possible. Tina assists her clients in gaining new
skills, and connect with resources to support positive progress towards their
goals. Tina is eclectic utilizing multiple approaches that often include
cognitive-behavioral, narrative, systems, step work, client-centered,
psychoeducation, solution, and motivational interviewing.

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JENNIFER MCKAY, PSYD, DIRECTOR

LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Specialties

 * Children and adolescents
 * Trauma
 * Grief and loss
 * Self harm

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College
   PsyD Clinical Psychology
   MA Clinical Psychology

 * Malone University
   BA Psychology

In her practice, Jennifer McKay approaches each client as unique and seeks to
understand their goals for therapy. She works with individuals, families and
couples throughout the lifespan to address their concerns, difficulties and the
transitions that come with life. She seeks to help clients address the emotional
distress of past & present hurts, develop tools to successfully navigate their
current contexts & experience new avenues toward wholeness. Jennifer also
directs our PsyD practicum program, which helps to train the next generation of
psychologists to provide quality compassionate care for clients.

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ARIEL EADS, MA, ALMFT

ASSOCIATE LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST

Specialties

 * Trauma
 * Womens’ Issues
 * Couples and families
 * Grief and loss

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College
   MA Marriage & Family Therapy

 * Taylor University
   BA Communications

Ariel is passionate about creating a safe space for clients to gain self
awareness as they begin to find and understand their true selves. She cares
about helping her clients find their voice and explore the brokenness and
difficulties they might be experiencing by way of life transitions, grief or
distress in relationships.

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KYLE SMITH, MA, LCPC

CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Specialties

 * Adolescents and Young Adults
 * Grief and Loss
 * Life Transitions
 * Spirituality

Education & Certification

 * Argosy University
   MA Community Counseling

 * Judson University
   BS Human Services

The exploration of experience, conflict, and relationship in finding meaning,
hope, and growth are key in the practice of therapy for Kyle. He works to create
a safe space for adolescents, young adults, families, and individual adults as
they work to grow and overcome obstacles, changes, and loss in the development
of their own unique narrative.

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KRISTA MCDUNN, MA

Specialties

 * Children
 * Adolescents
 * Young Adults
 * Parenting

Education & Certification

 * Judson University
   MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling

 * Illinois Wesleyan University
   BA Psychology



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HOLLYN MICHAELS, PSYD

LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Specialties

 * Body image, disordered eating
 * Trauma, PTSD
 * Self harm
 * Suicide

Education & Certification

 * Wheaton College
   PsyD Clinical Psychology
   MA Clinical Psychology
   BA Psychology

Hollyn believes therapy is a collaborative process. She aims to to walk
alongside clients to help figure out what is and is not effective for them in
order to help clients get unstuck and moving toward their values again. She uses
a relational approach to work with clients and believes that the relationship
built with clients is central to helping create change. Hollyn also frequently
uses Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
(ACT), both of which are empirically validated treatment modalities for a wide
range of psychological problems, including anxiety disorders, depression,
self-injury, and eating disorders.

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