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Mari Richko

Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP

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Available both in-person and online
120 Main St Suite 200 Park Ridge, IL 60068
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Mari Richko is the owner /founder of Center for Authentic Living in Park Ridge IL. a holistic hub for mental health and wellness. She has worked in the holistic health field for 28 years and applies her background in Body Focused Psychotherapy to her work with clients. She is known for treating eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, spiritual transformation and transitions. She incorporates mindfulness, body mind acupressure, shiatsu, nervous system work, IFS( Internal Family Systems), and Traditional Chinese Medicine to facilitate a conscious connection with our inner experience, a place of curiosity and healing.
Mari offers ketamine assisted therapy and psychedelic integration as an adjunct specializing in approaching struggles mindfully and spiritually, from the lens of living the best versions of ourself. Her empathetic style includes empowering health, well being, and understanding the body/mind/spirit connection. Mari assist Womens Wellness Retreats in Nevada.
“I believe as therapists that it is necessary to use compassion, cultivate mindfulness, and wisdom in our approach to empowering individuals to progress towards improved health and well- being and that it is imperative to develop some sort of spiritual practice in life to transform and fully heal. I believe an optimum treatment program relies on this.
Take the first step to help. Call or Mari Richko now - (847) 892-4865

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Center for Authentic Living, Inc.

120 Main St

Suite 200

Park Ridge, IL 60068 map

 (847) 892-4865
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Eating Disorders 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (847) 892-4865
Photo of Mari Richko, Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Center for Authentic Living, Inc.

120 Main St

Suite 200

Park Ridge, IL 60068 map

 (847) 892-4865
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Eating Disorders 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Please contact your policy carrier so you have the details to your mental health before your first session/deductible, copay or coinsurance.
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Mari Richko
Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
or call with questions - (847) 892-4865
"
Please contact your policy carrier so you have the details to your mental health before your first session/deductible, copay or coinsurance.
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Mari Richko
Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
or call with questions - (847) 892-4865

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180.006570 Mari Richko

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Northeastern University, Graduated 1995

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: State of Nevada Board of Examiners CP3372-R / 2021
  • Certificate from Ohashi Institute Zen Shiatsu / 2000
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Trained through the Hakomi Institute in Boulder Colorado and IFS ( Internal Family Systems) with Dick Schwartz, IL. Trained in Zen Shiatsu at The Ohashi Institute in New York with Nini Melvin and Waritu Ohashi and Jin Shin Do Bodymind acupressure at The Lifegate Center, Chicago and Iona Teagarden .
Photo of Mari Richko, Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
Mari Richko
Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
or call with questions - (847) 892-4865
"
Trained through the Hakomi Institute in Boulder Colorado and IFS ( Internal Family Systems) with Dick Schwartz, IL. Trained in Zen Shiatsu at The Ohashi Institute in New York with Nini Melvin and Waritu Ohashi and Jin Shin Do Bodymind acupressure at The Lifegate Center, Chicago and Iona Teagarden .
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Mari Richko
Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
or call with questions - (847) 892-4865

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Eating Disorders

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • fibromyalgia, chronic pain
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues
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My treatment plan is tailored to your specific needs. I work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, mood, and trauma. I am a trauma focused therapist. My practice is a holistic hub, a combination of somatic IFS parts work, nervous system work through body therapies associated with attuning to our body and the unconscious aspects of ourself that keep us stuck.
Photo of Mari Richko, Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
Mari Richko
Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
or call with questions - (847) 892-4865
"
My treatment plan is tailored to your specific needs. I work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, mood, and trauma. I am a trauma focused therapist. My practice is a holistic hub, a combination of somatic IFS parts work, nervous system work through body therapies associated with attuning to our body and the unconscious aspects of ourself that keep us stuck.
Photo of Mari Richko, Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
Mari Richko
Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
or call with questions - (847) 892-4865

Client Focus

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Single Parent

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Body/Centered, Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
  • Bodywork Therapies/Shiatsu/Acupressure
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family Systems
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Transpersonal
  • Trauma Focused
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I use holistic techniques such as somatic IFS Parts work with nervous system work to bring your body back in attunement with your emotions, feelings, thoughts, and body awareness. I incorporate body therapy a s a non-verbal doorway into your unconscious as an integration of body mind spirit. I practice CBT, DBT, IFS, and acupressure for mental health issues.
Photo of Mari Richko, Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
Mari Richko
Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
or call with questions - (847) 892-4865
"
I use holistic techniques such as somatic IFS Parts work with nervous system work to bring your body back in attunement with your emotions, feelings, thoughts, and body awareness. I incorporate body therapy a s a non-verbal doorway into your unconscious as an integration of body mind spirit. I practice CBT, DBT, IFS, and acupressure for mental health issues.
Photo of Mari Richko, Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
Mari Richko
Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
or call with questions - (847) 892-4865

Groups

Monthly Mindfulness

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Hosted by
Mari Richko

An open, drop-in space to pause, ground, and reconnect to the present moment. Perfect for anyone looking to start or return to a mindfulness practice within a supportive community.

Expertise

Anxiety
Depression

Types of Therapy

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

Location

Center for Authentic Living

120 Main St

Suite 200

Park Ridge, IL 60068

Email Mari Richko about this group or call - (847) 892-4865

Creative Art Workshop

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Hosted by
Mari Richko

This group invites creativity as a way to process emotions, relieve stress, and connect with others. All are welcome - no art experience necessary!

Expertise

Anxiety
Depression

Types of Therapy

Art Therapy

Location

Center for Authentic Living

120 Main St

Suite 200

Park Ridge, IL 60068

Email Mari Richko about this group or call - (847) 892-4865

Womens Healing Circle: Sacred circle

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Hosted by
Mari Richko

A gentle heart-centered space for reflection, growth, grounding, and connection. Our group is an invitation to pause, breathe, and return to yourself- while being held in the support of community. Together we will share stories, wisdom, and practices that honor the mind, body, and spirit. We meet every third Saturday of the month from 10-11:30. You must apply ahead of time. Contact Dr. Mari at 847-668-4869.

Location

Center for Authentic Living

120 Main Street

Suite 200

Park Ridge, IL 60068

Email Mari Richko about this group or call - (847) 892-4865

Location

Primary Location

Center for Authentic Living, Inc.

120 Main St

Suite 200

Park Ridge, IL 60068

(847) 892-4865

Email Me

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Mari Richko
Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (847) 892-4865
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Mari Richko
Counselor, ND, LCPC, CYI, ABT, PATP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (847) 892-4865