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Available both in-person and online
13305 S. Ridgeland Ave Unit C Palos Heights, IL 60463
Our ideal clients are children, adolescents, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and life stressors. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or impacted by past experiences, including abuse, family conflict, or major transitions. Parents often seek support for children struggling emotionally or behaviorally, while also gaining guidance and tools to strengthen their own parenting skills. Our team provides compassionate, structured care using evidence-based approaches. We help clients understand root causes, build coping skills, and create lasting change—so they can move forward with clarity, confidence, and emotional stability.
We specialize in trauma-informed therapy for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and the effects of abuse or life stressors. Using evidence-based approaches, we help clients process experiences, regulate emotions, and build healthier patterns in a safe, supportive environment.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start, you’re not alone. Healing can feel difficult, but you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. We provide a safe, supportive space to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. When you’re ready, we’re here to support you. We offer services in English, Polish and Spanish.
Call or Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (708) 315-2163

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maria Potter Counseling Services

13305 S. Ridgeland Ave

Unit C

Palos Heights, IL 60463 map

(708) 315-2163

Telehealth Only

550 Congressional Boulevard

suite 390, 1107

Carmel, IN 46032 map

Website
We offer in-person and telehealth therapy serving clients in Illinois and Indiana for flexible, convenient care.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (708) 315-2163
Photo of Maria Potter - Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC, Counselor

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maria Potter Counseling Services

13305 S. Ridgeland Ave

Unit C

Palos Heights, IL 60463 map

(708) 315-2163

Telehealth Only

550 Congressional Boulevard

suite 390, 1107

Carmel, IN 46032 map

Website
We offer in-person and telehealth therapy serving clients in Illinois and Indiana for flexible, convenient care.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

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

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Magellan
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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We accept select insurance plans and offer private pay options. Please contact us to verify coverage, fees, and available payment options.
Photo of Maria Potter - Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC, Counselor
Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 315-2163
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We accept select insurance plans and offer private pay options. Please contact us to verify coverage, fees, and available payment options.
Photo of Maria Potter - Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC, Counselor
Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 315-2163

Qualifications

    Counselor: Maria Potter

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180003992 Maria Potter
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Our clinicians are licensed professionals with specialized training in trauma-informed care and evidence-based therapies. We are committed to ongoing education to provide high-quality, ethical, and effective treatment tailored to each client's needs.
Photo of Maria Potter - Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC, Counselor
Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 315-2163
"
Our clinicians are licensed professionals with specialized training in trauma-informed care and evidence-based therapies. We are committed to ongoing education to provide high-quality, ethical, and effective treatment tailored to each client's needs.
Photo of Maria Potter - Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC, Counselor
Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 315-2163

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Maria Potter - Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC, Counselor
Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor
Do these issues align with your needs? or (708) 315-2163
Photo of Maria Potter - Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC, Counselor
Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor
Do these issues align with your needs? or (708) 315-2163

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Polish
Spanish

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Polish
Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family / Marital
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Maria Potter - Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC, Counselor
Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (708) 315-2163
Photo of Maria Potter - Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC, Counselor
Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (708) 315-2163

Location

Primary Location

Maria Potter Counseling Services

13305 S. Ridgeland Ave

Unit C

Palos Heights, IL 60463

(708) 315-2163

Additional Location

Telehealth Only

550 Congressional Boulevard

suite 390, 1107

Carmel, IN 46032

(708) 315-2163

Nearby Areas

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We offer in-person and telehealth therapy serving clients in Illinois and Indiana for flexible, convenient care.
Photo of Maria Potter - Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC, Counselor
Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor
Call for a free consultation now - (708) 315-2163
"
We offer in-person and telehealth therapy serving clients in Illinois and Indiana for flexible, convenient care.
Photo of Maria Potter - Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC, Counselor
Maria Potter Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor
Call for a free consultation now - (708) 315-2163