Counseling Center in Ravenswood

Racheal Anderson, MA, LPC, BCBA

Contact:
Rachael@amkcounseling.com
312-874-3042

When working with individuals and families, one of my primary goals is to foster an
environment of compassion and understanding; ideally creating a safe space for clients when developing a therapeutic relationship. I do so by providing unconditional acceptance as clients share their story with me. I strive to provide each client with individualized treatment to best support their needs while considering the intersectionality of their individual identity. Within sessions, I work to create a collaborative environment from a strength-based approach to help
identify goals rooted in client’s values and continue to develop areas of focus as they make progress throughout our sessions.

Throughout my career working with children and families, my areas of experience include anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorder, grief and loss, self-esteem, and life transitions. I have worked in a variety of settings including inpatient child psychiatric unit, community mental health, and private practice settings providing a combination of individual, group, and family therapy. In addition to my LPC license, I am also a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) with experience providing parent coaching and training individualized to the needs of each family. I aim to create achievable and meaningful goals with clients to support their success not only
within therapy sessions, but also within client’s day to day experiences.

In my practice, I use an integrative approach with the following clinical modalities:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Play Therapy
• Strength-Based Therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Person Centered Therapy
• Trauma Informed Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing

Josh Bryant, MSW, LCSW

Contact:
Josh@amkcounseling.com
312-965-2393

Hi, I’m a licensed clinical social worker committed to partnering along the journey towards resilience, empowerment, and overall well-being. My approach is founded on compassion, authenticity, and collaboration. I strive to create a warm and non-judgmental space where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and life experiences.

With experience across the lifespan and different treatment settings, I draw from evidence-based treatment modalities and tailor my interventions to meet each person’s unique needs and goals. I see our therapeutic relationship as a partnership, where we both bring our unique perspectives and expertise to the table. Whether working through anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, self-esteem, sexuality, gender identity, school issues, or navigating life’s transitions, I am dedicated to being a supportive guide throughout.

I am committed to honoring and celebrating the diversity of human experiences, and I recognize the importance of creating an inclusive therapeutic environment. I value and respect individual differences, and I strive to provide a space that embraces each person’s unique identity and cultural background.

I pull from the following clinical treatment modalities:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
• Motivational Interviewing
• Play Therapy
• Strength-based Therapy
• Solution Focused therapy
• Person Centered Therapy

Jenna Greig, MA, LPC

Contact:
Jenna@amkcounseling.com
312-438-3135

One of my core goals for therapy is to create a collaborative, safe, non-judgmental, and empowering environment for my clients. I believe that each client is the expert of their own story, and I am here in support of their process of change, healing, and self-exploration. I strive to help each person develop the awareness and skills to live their most fulfilling and authentic lives.
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I have experience supporting clients of all ages with anxiety, depression, body image concerns, disordered eating, life transitions, grief and loss, relational difficulties, and sexuality and gender exploration. In addition to individual therapy, I am passionate about working with family systems and couples.

I use a combination of approaches to best fit the needs of my clients, including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Feminist Therapy
• Strengths-Based Therapy
• Family Systems Therapy

Pronouns: She/her/hers

MORGAN GRAY, MSW, LCSW

Contact:
Morgan@amkcounseling.com
312-622-5040

I have clinical experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and interactive. What I value about being a therapist is the opportunity to be a part of each client’s journey toward creating a deeper understanding of themselves and forming an empowerment mindset. I use a strengths-based, client-centered, integrative approach in my practice, which allows clients to discover their strengths while working to achieve self-determined goals. I strive to create an environment free of judgment, and showing unconditional positive regard and acceptance to all of my clients. Engaging in therapy can feel intimidating. This is why I take a collaborative approach, allowing you to set the pace of our work together.

I have experience working with individuals struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and low-self esteem. The work I do with many clients also includes exploring gender and sexuality, romantic relationships, work-life balance, and life transitions.  As a queer-identified therapist I am passionate about working with individuals in the LGBTQ+ community. My specialized training includes working with LGBTQ+ individuals in navigating the coming out process and healing internalized homophobia.

In my practice, I draw from a number of evidence-based therapeutic modalities including:

• Strength-Based Therapy
• Person-Centered Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Solution Focused Therapy
• Relational Therapy
• Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Morgan is in network with BCBS PPO

Pronouns: She/her/hers

JEN HANZEL, M.Ed, LCPC

Contact:
Jen@AMKCounseling.com
773-791-8586

As a therapist, I am passionate about helping clients develop insight, perspective and the strategies needed to continue moving forward in their lives. I have experience working with individuals of all ages struggling with symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation difficulties, life transitions, grief, social skills challenges, relationship difficulties and low self-esteem. I value the relationships I build with my clients and I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for growth and exploration. We all have unique experiences and I utilize a strengths-based, client-centered approach to meet you where you are and work toward your individual goals.

From my time working as a school counselor, I am uniquely familiar with advocating for and fostering the social-emotional needs of modern children in addition to working alongside parents to find the right support for their kids. Some of my clinical interests include working with young adults and adolescents diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety and navigating life transitions.

I have several specialized skills and training including but not limited to Social Thinking and Zones of Regulation training, Rush Neurobehavioral Center Executive Functioning Curriculum training and Mindful Schools Mindfulness Fundamentals and Mindful Educator courses. I am also working towards becoming an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP).

I utilize several therapeutic models in my practice including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT),
• Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
• Solution Focused Therapy
• Mindfulness-Based Therapy
• Play Therapy
• Strength-Based Therapy
• Person-Centered Therapy

Jen is in network with BCBS PPO

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Austin Knott, MSW, LCSW

Contact:
Austin@amkcounseling.com
773-673-2166

Coming to therapy can feel uncomfortable and intimidating. My first goal is to help you feel safe, supported and heard. The therapeutic relationship is at the center of my practice. As a therapist, my purpose is to help and support you by honoring and valuing your authentic and genuine self. I come from a place of curiosity and no judgement. No matter where you are in your journey or life, I will meet you where you are at.

My clinical background includes working with children, adolescents and adults. I have worked with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, behavior regulation. I also have experience assisting with parent support as well as working with families navigating the IEP process within CPS. Additionally, I have experience working with individuals who have a complex trauma history.

I use a variety of evidence based practices when providing therapy that include:

• Strengths Based
• Play Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Trauma Informed Therapy
• Attachment Based Therapy
• Family Systems Therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Psychodynamic Therapy

MEAGAN MARSH, MSW, LCSW

Contact:
Meagan@amkcounseling.com
312-852-8599

The clinical modalities I use include:

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
• Play Therapy
• Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Meagan is in network with BCBS PPO

Pronouns: She/her/hers

GRACE OCZON, MA, LPC

Contact:
Grace@AMKCounseling.com
773-791-4355

Hello and welcome! I wonder if you are experiencing a time of enduring, healing, exploring, or finding meaning – or, perhaps, are unsure of where you are. If that’s the case, you’re doing a great thing already! Searching for a therapist is taxing, yet important work. Here’s what might be helpful to know about me.

I offer bilingual (English/Spanish) services and have experience with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in hospital and outpatient settings. My areas of experience include trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, couples/family issues, and life transitions. Some areas of special interest for me are: racial identity development, gender and sexuality, socio-political stress, immigrant/generational trauma, and spiritual concerns (including astrology).

The space we share together is one of belonging; every part of you is welcome here. I bring humor, flexibility, and radical honesty to the therapy relationship. I aim to facilitate a space of curiosity that leads to deeper insight, awareness, and self-compassion to help bring meaningful change wherever you need in this season. I tend to draw our attention to what’s happening in the “here and now” during sessions to interrupt unhelpful patterns and craft new ones. I value collaboration, and often invite feedback to ensure your voice and purpose is at the center of all that we do.

I draw from a range of clinical modalities including:

• Gestalt Therapy
• Adlerian Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Narrative Therapy
• Family Systems Therapy
• Feminist Therapy
• Play Therapy

Grace is in network with BCBS PPO

Pronouns: She/her/hers

SARAH SCHUFREIDER, MSW, LCSW

Contact:
Sarah@amkcounseling.com
312-964-1950

I became a social worker because I enjoy being with people and accompanying them on their journey to self-discovery. I consider it a privilege that clients let me into their worlds and trust me with their stories. I love being able to be present for people and work with them to recognize their individual strengths, gifts, and capacity for resiliency.

I work to create a safe, warm, judgement-free, and trauma-informed space for all of my clients. My approach to therapy is one that fosters a collaborative relationship between client and therapist. I hold a strong belief that the client is the expert in their own lives. Therefore, I strive to partner with clients to identify goals that are important to them and to work towards achieving their goals. In developing relationships with clients, I rely on humor and warmth to foster strong connections. Additionally, I embrace a holistic approach that focuses on the mind/body connection. I use my training as a registered yoga instructor to integrate trauma-informed yoga, meditation, and breathing techniques into the therapeutic process. I customize each client’s treatment to their unique needs and choose treatment modalities to match the individual person.

I have a long history of clinical experience working with children, adolescence, teens, and adults. I have worked in a variety of settings including in hospitals, in domestic violence agencies, homeless services, and community mental health. Additional areas of interest include life transitions, domestic violence, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, self-esteem, trauma, parental mental health, and pregnancy and postpartum. I am also SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) trained from the Yale Child Study Center.

My clinical approaches include:

• Motivational Interviewing
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
• Strengths-Based Therapy
• Trauma-Informed Therapy
• Mindfulness-Based Therapy
• Solutions-Focused Therapy
• Relational Therapy
• SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions)

Sarah is in network with BCBS PPO

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Kellie Seccombe, MSW, LCSW

Contact:
Kellie@amkcounseling.com
312-722-1154

I became a therapist due to my deeply-rooted empathy for people of all ages experiencing the variouschallenges of life. I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and parents at all stages of their therapeutic journeys. At the beginning of treatment, I focus on creating a solid therapeutic relationship and meet clients where they’re at so that they feel safe to explore, grow, and find empowerment. I utilize a relational and trauma-informed approach along with a variety of other evidence-based modalities to assist clients in achieving their goals. I also believe in using a collaborative approach, whether with just the client and I, or with family members, caregivers, teachers, or other healthcare providers. Healing happens in relationships, both inside and outside of the therapy office.

I have a special interest in Women’s Health and empowering women to face the challenges of our society’s healthcare system. I am passionate about supporting women in their parenting journey, exploring a childfree life, navigating gender-affirming care, better understanding their neurodivergent brain, and building community and emotional support systems.

My other areas of interest include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, socio-political stress, and life transitions. I am also experienced in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community and with neurodivergent individuals in helping them better understand themselves and how to navigate a society that often is not inclusive of our neurodiverse world.

In my practice I use an integrative approach that pulls from several therapeutic modalities including:

• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Expressive Therapy
• ERP/OCD
• Family Systems Theory
• Parts Work
• Play Therapy
• Sand Tray Therapy
• Strengths-Based Therapy
• Theraplay

Pronouns: She/them

Kate Swiatek, MSW, LCSW

Contact:
kate@amkcounseling.com
872-329-1823

Hi, I’m glad you’re here. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live an authentic and fulfilling life. My approach to therapy is meeting people where they are and helping them get to where they want to be. I think that change happens through genuine connection, so feel free to be completely yourself in therapy – I’ll do the same.

Some of the topics I’m passionate about in my practice are body image/body neutrality, grief, anxiety, parenting, exploring gender and sexuality, dating/relationships, life transitions, social difficulties, and OCD, but really, I’m open and excited to support you with whatever you’re dealing with. I have 12 years of experience as a social worker in residential, medical, and community mental health settings. I am mindful of cultural differences, acknowledge my privilege as a cisgender, queer white woman, and use this awareness to better understand and respect others’ unique perspectives.

I approach therapy through trauma-informed, feminist, relational lenses along with the following approaches:

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical and Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
• Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Person Centered Therapy

I am also trained in EMDR as well as Gottman Method Couples therapy, Level 1&2.

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

MEGAN SZUDARSKI, MSW, LCSW

Contact:
megans@amkcounseling.com
773-712-7810

With over 7 years of experience in the field, I have had experience supporting and working
with diverse populations of children, adolescents, adults, and couples through a variety of
life challenges. I have clinical experience working with and treating: anxiety, depression, low
self-esteem, body image concerns, family challenges, inner child and re-parenting work,
relational issues, boundary setting, attachment styles in adults, LGBTQ+ population, grief
and loss, trauma, supporting throughout 12-step programs, and life transitions. My clinical
interests include working with adults to maneuver life challenges around identity and
narrative work, role exploration, and understanding complexities around family dynamics as
an adult.

I incorporate empathy, respect, authenticity and humor into my clinical interactions in order
to provide a safe, warm and nonjudgmental space for my clients to feel accepted and
welcome. I became a therapist because I truly believe in the importance of self-discovery
and growth and I enjoy collaboratively working with clients to support, encourage, and
acquire skills to better manage and understand their stressors, allowing them to feel more
empowered and in control of their life. I believe that each individual possesses their own
strengths, uniqueness, and story. I enjoy incorporating all of these attributes into our work
together, allowing us to build a strong and trusting relationship that will guide us through the
therapeutic process. I am bilingual in both English and Spanish and have completed
advanced trainings specialized for adolescents and adults. I continue to prioritize my
education and keep up with trainings in order to stay on top of changes in the field.
I utilize evidence-based practices ranging from:

• Solution Focused Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Mindfulness-Based Therapy
• Person-Centered Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• Attachment-Based Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Strength-Based Therapy

Megan is in network with BCBS PPO

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Tengo experiencia apoyando y trabajando con diversas poblaciones de niños, adolescentes y adultos a través de una variedad de desafíos en la vida. Tengo experiencia clínica trabajando con y tratando: ansiedad, depresión, baja autoestima, preocupaciones con la imagen del cuerpo, desafíos familiares, problemas relaciones, dolor y pérdida, trauma y transiciones de la vida. Mis intereses clínicos incluyen trabajando con: adolescentes y adultos, población de LGBTQ+, la exploración del trabajo de narrativas e identidad, la imagen del cuerpo y autoestima, estilos de apego en adultos y programas de 12 pasos. 

Utilizo empatía, respeto, autenticidad y humor en mis interacciones clínicas para proveer un espacio seguro, cálido y sin prejuicios para que mis clientes se sientan aceptados y bienvenidos. Me convertí en terapeuta porque realmente creo en la importancia del autodescubrimiento y el crecimiento y disfruto trabajar en colaboración con los clientes para apoyar, alentar y adquirir habilidades para manejar y comprender mejor sus factores estresantes, permitiéndoles sentirse más empoderados y en control de sus vidas. Creo que cada individuo posee sus propias fortalezas, singularidad e historia. Disfruto incorporando todos estos atributos en nuestro trabajo juntos, lo que nos permite construir una relación fuerte y de confianza que nos guiará a través del proceso terapéutico. 

Utilizo prácticas basadas en evidencias incluyendo:

* Terapia centrada en soluciones

* Terapia de conducta cognitiva

* Terapia de aceptación y compromiso

* Terapia basada en la atención plena

* Terapia centrada en la persona

* Terapia narrativa

* Terapia basada en apego

* Terapia psicodinámica 

* Terapia basada en la fuerza 

Los servicios de terapia con Megan están en red con el seguro médico BCBS PPO.

Pronombres: Ella