Somatic Therapists in Burr Ridge, IL

Dr. Grace Tomas-Tolentino is the founder and director of Core Psychotherapy Center, Ltd., a private trauma-based psychotherapy group practice in Schaumburg, IL serving the Chicagoland area since 2000. She works with adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, sexual assault, domestic violence, sex trafficking, organized abuse, and torture. She specializes in the treatment of PTSD, dissociative identity disorder (DID), somatic disorders, self-injury, eating disorders and other comorbid disorders.

Sometimes parenting feels traumatic, and you are tired of feeling alone. I help parents understand their child's most frustrating, confusing, and overwhelming behaviors while also guiding them to experience more confidence and regulation. My theoretical paths include trauma-informed, attachment-based, and somatic in nature. I practice somatic touch, which effectively facilitates regulation in a person's nervous system. It is hard to change the way we parent even if we know what to do. I provide the practical resources and support that you need.

I work with adults & couples from different walks of life. As a holistic practitioner, I’ve come to understand it’s a different dance for each person when working towards embodying their voice, choice, authenticity & self-acceptance. I take into consideration your experiences relationally and with systems and how that may impact the relationship to your inner landscape. My identities are: 1st gen Vietnamese immigrant, non-binary, queer, polyamorous & ex-catholic. These identities have shaped the way I move in the world while inspiring me to continue being curious and going outside of the box when I work with each unique human.

Dr. Sarah Kelder is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience. She believes in a holistic, mind, body, and spirit approach to mental health and uses innovative and body-based methods to accelerate change and reduce distress. She is passionate about helping people relieve unnecessary suffering and find their joy, purpose, and meaning in life. Throughout her career she has provided individual, group, and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults and has provided psychotherapy and case management to children.

We all struggle at times. Having a compassionate but objective person help guide you through your thoughts and feelings can help you process your experiences to find clarity and peace. Clients have come to me with grief, addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, and many other circumstances. My approach is caring, collaborative, motivational, and creative. I have learned the most from my clients and as I continue to grow professionally, I incorporate more holistic approaches. I look forward to earning your trust, developing a great rapport, and working with you to obtain your goals and realize your best self.

I have a passion for working with overwhelm as it manifests through anxiety, depression, self-injury, suicidality, and disordered eating. I utilize my training in Somatic Experiencing, Jungian Psychology, and small group dynamics to empower adolescents and adults to create and lead their ideal lives.

Trauma can make you feel like someone has robbed you of your innocence, purpose, sense of belonging, your voice, and ability to feel safe in your own body. You might be searching for a sense of control, but feeling completely powerless. You escape into activities or relationships in order to feel anything at all and other times to make the feelings stop all together. You may have developed parts of yourself in order to survive, but what would life look like if you could shed old scripts and truly live a life that’s worth living?

We are accepting new clients from ages 12 to 25, and we work exclusively with teens and young adults. It takes a great deal of bravery and admirable effort to seek therapy, and we commend you for taking the first step. Our objective is to establish a safe and supportive atmosphere where clients can voice their concerns and collaborate with us to surmount life's obstacles. With proficiency in treating co-occurring disorders, anxiety, depression, sports performance, and life transitions, we are committed to equipping our clients with the tools, knowledge, and perspectives required to achieve their desired lifestyle.

Feeling steady and rooted in relationships with ourselves and others can help establish a foundation for a greater sense of wellbeing. Through a relational and attachment-focused approach, I support people hoping to have a deeper understanding of themselves and their connections with those around them (friends, family, community, etc.). This may include exploring cultural and ancestral identity, which is another component of someone better knowing who they are and how they engage with the world around them. I am also here for helping professionals seeking support through compassion fatigue and feeling overworked from their careers.

I have had the privilege of providing therapy for individuals impacted by abuse and complex trauma for over ten years and practice with the intention of creating a safe and affirming space that can support healing and develop trust. I am passionate about providing therapy using a holistic lens and embracing how mind, body and emotional wellness are connected. That said, I value transparency and collaboration in finding the right fit or approach so that we can ensure your needs are met. I provide individual services and especially enjoy exploring life transitions, family of origin issues and women's issues.

Coping with life challenges can be a difficult journey to navigate and each of us does so in our own unique way. Some of these experiences happen in moments yet leave an impact for a lifetime. Whether you are dealing with a traumatic experience, depression, anxiety or difficulty adjusting to changes in your life, it can get in the way of your ability to function in healthy ways. Having a sense of feeling stuck, loneliness or fear are all to common experiences and having a skilled therapist can guide you towards living a more satisfying life. My hope is to guide my clients to a deeper understanding of their thoughts and emotions.