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As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I have a passion for sharing valuable information related to mental health and holding a space for others to feel understood, safe, and connected. I have experience working with children having a difficult time expressing and understanding emotions, experiencing anxiety, problems with ADHD, communication, or anger. I have experience working with adults facing life stressors/transitions, struggling with task and time management, experiencing overwhelming worry or sadness, symptoms of panic, and individuals who want to strengthen skills of communication.

Remember that "anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary." – Mister Fred Rogers

Everyone needs help sometimes. Life comes with challenges and finding support is important in order to face them, especially when the challenges feel like more than we can handle on our own. I truly believe that every person has the strength they need to face these challenges with the right support in place. I am here to offer whatever support is needed: a safe place to freely speak your mind without judgment, a chance to be understood, an ally to look at situations and options, a companion to offer new ideas and perspectives.

Jen enjoys supporting clients as they navigate life transitions including the death of a loved one, separation/divorce, and career changes. She is also experienced in working with clients who have perinatal mood concerns, including infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, and adjustment to parenthood. Her approach focuses on holistic health and relational well-being. She considers diet, movement, and mindfulness as essential elements to restoring a sense of balance and genuine connection to self and others.

I enjoy working with people who are ready to make their lives feel and work better. Whether it is healing old wounds, learning new ways, or adjusting our roles and communication with others, we have the capacity to be happier and under less strain. While personal struggles are no fun, they are almost always real opportunities for growth. Since we have to do it ourselves, but can't usually do it alone, I relish being a collaborator with someone who is learning to feel better and grow.

Tired of holding it all together, but not getting what you need? Sleepless with worry? Big feelings are like dashboard lights that get our attention: They’re not bad, they’re information — And they're valid. No bandwidth for joy? Feeling chronically drained, lonely, and unfulfilled? Is your relationship running on empty, maybe headed for divorce? Perhaps you wonder if some of the hard things you've been through in the past are showing up in your life now. You're deeply curious about how you came to be this way in the world, and are ready to catch your breath, find your voice, and learn if you and your relationships can be healed.

I have been told I am easy to talk to; but there are times when you need more than talk. I also am able to gently guide my clients through the stages of change at their own pace. I use a variety of treatment approaches when working with my clients. I try help my clients realize they are the experts of themselves, and as such they can empower themselves in finding their inner strength. We go on this journey of self-discovery together.

Are you in need of extra support? I'm here to help! I have a passion for working with older children and adolescents struggling with behavioral and emotional concerns. Conditions I commonly address include depression, anxiety, high functioning autism, ADHD, school resistance, and much more. I also have a background in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapy, a common approach to working with children with behavioral concerns on the autism spectrum. In addition to working with children, I enjoy working with adults with conditions such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, PTSD, and more.

I have established two multi-faceted counseling centers in Naperville and Batavia and bring over 30 years of clinical experience working with individuals, families, couples and children. I am a Nationally Certified Counselor, a Fellow in the American Psychotherapy Association, as well as an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I also act as a consultant to numerous schools and courts in Illinois. *** MSW Intern on site in Batavia taking clients for a reduced rate with availability ***

Jason Sprague uses the lens of cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients better understand the ways they view themselves and the world around them. By gaining a better understanding of how they relate to events in their lives, clients can gain coping skills to better manage emotional distress. He sees therapy as a partnership and actively works with clients toward change.

As a mental health clinician, my goal is to help my clients explore themselves to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to have a happier future by their own definition. I believe that we all need someone to talk with - who will really listen and accept us as we are, without judgment. I provide my clients with a warm, nonjudgmental environment -a safe place to explore the issues that you want to discuss with me. I was trained as a plastic surgeon in China for 9 years. I also speak Mandarin and provide bilingual counseling services to my clients.

You’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, and you don’t know how to manage everything. You feel like no one understands and it seems as though life keeps getting harder. It seems like you’ve tried everything and nothing is working. Everyone deals with a hardship at one point in their lives. During this time it can be difficult to feel heard, understood, supported. I understand that reaching out for the initial session can be difficult, but take the first step, it’s the hardest.

The relationship between a client and a counselor is important. It is necessary for there to be trust with your counselor and to communicate openly and honestly with each other. That honesty and supportive connection can make a difference. Everyone goes through challenging times, during these times most can benefit from support with problems that seem beyond our control. Together, you and I will work to explore the causes of stress in your life and make a plan to effectively manage them and prevent them from resurfacing again.

I have availability for appointments in late morning/early afternoon. There are times life hurts, disappoints and frustrates, or goes beyond a sense of control or understanding. Sometimes redirecting and adjusting life's energies takes the assistance of a clinical professional. Personal growth, identity, and integration is a journey that is made easier with the trust and care of a professional. The Ely labyrinth, as used in our logo, is used as a symbol of Kuhn Counseling Center as it represents a path to a more balanced, whole-person well-being. Kuhn Counseling Center aims to help individuals deal with their struggles in life.

Have you ever wondered why you respond to life the way that you do? There are roots in every individual stemming from childhood modeling to traumatic events that are buried within, influencing current behavior.

Teletherapy is an excellent option for those looking to receive quality therapy services from home or on the go. My goal is for my clients to feel heard and understood while building a sincere therapeutic relationship.

Strong + Brave. That’s what you are. Or at least that’s what you want to believe about yourself. And what you hope your family believes about you. But something feels… off. You’re just not yourself. Maybe you’re quieter than usual. Detached. Not interested in much of anything. Letting off steam with a little more alcohol than you’d like. Fighting with your partner. Not showing up at work in the way you want. You just want to feel like yourself again. You just want to feel good. You want your mood to be lighter after work, you want to feel calmer at the end of the day, and you want to have fun with your friends and family again.

Torus Therapy guides you in self healing to uncover your life's purpose. We understand that life can be a struggle, and sometimes it is hard to make it through. Our purpose sometimes gets clouded by challenges, and you may be fighting to see what your purpose truely is. You may have something that recently happened that you are struggling with, or may be you have been struggling for a long time. We all have purpose, and we are here to help you reclaim it. We help you through guidance, self discovery, and helping you find your own inner strength. We are trained in CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, and Prolonged CBT.