Center for Authentic Living, Inc.
Treatment Center
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120 Main St, Suite 200, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Let's Connect (847) 565-3060
Holistic Modalities for Mental Health Recovery
Center for Authentic Living is a holistic, trauma-eductated practice in Park Ridge, IL, dedicated to supporting mental health, recovery, and wellness. With over 30 years of experience, we provide psychotherapy for complex trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, and additional life stressors. Our integrative approach blends evidence-based treatments with holistic modalities like somatic therapy, mindfulness, and Eastern medicine. We believe healing happens when the mind, body, and spirit are treated together, offering clients a compassionate, supported path toward authentic, lasting recovery. Our Philosophy and Concentration
We focus on helping clients explore the deeper roots of their symptoms, uncovering how unresolved trauma and emotional pain can shape patterns in daily life. Through a supportive, trauma-educated lens, our team guides individuals toward self-awareness, resilience, and new ways of relating to themselves and others that foster growth and healing. Our Services
Services include individual, couples, family, and group therapy, as well as aftercare for IOP, PHP, and residential programs. We offer a range of integrative treatments like IFS, art & movement therapy, somatic therapy, EMDR, reiki, shiatsu, & ketamine-assisted therapy to address the physical, emotional, mental, energetic, and spiritual aspects of recovery. Call or Email Center for Authentic Living, Inc. now for a free 15 minute consultation - (847) 565-3060
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Center for Authentic Living, Inc.
Treatment Center
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today License: Illinois / 180.006570
- In Business for 12 years
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, Graduated 2000
Years In Business
Center for Authentic Living, Inc.
Treatment Center
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Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Autism
- Child
- Chronic Pain
- Eating Disorders
- First Responders
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- School Issues
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Women's Issues
Center for Authentic Living, Inc.
Treatment Center
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (847) 565-3060
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
Bosnian ,
Serbian ,
Spanish
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
Bosnian ,
Serbian ,
Spanish
Programs and Services
Treatment Programs
- Addiction
- Continuing Care
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Eating Disorder
- Ketamine
- Pain Management
- Substance Use
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dance & Movement Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- IFS (Internal Family Systems)
Center for Authentic Living, Inc.
Treatment Center
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (847) 565-3060
Groups
LGBTQ+ Support Group
A safe, affirming space for LGBTQIA+ teens to connect, share, and explore their identities. Facilitated by a queer-identified therapist. A simultaneous support group for parents/caregivers will also be available.
Expertise
Peer Relationships
Transgender
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Teen
Location
Center for Authentic Living
120 Main St
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Email Mari Richko about this group or call - (847) 565-3060
Monthly Mindfulness
An open, drop-in space to pause, ground, and reconnect to the present moment. Ideal for anyone looking to start or return to a mindfulness practice within a supportive community.
Expertise
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Types of Therapy
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Location
Center for Authentic Living
120 Main St
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Email Mari Richko about this group or call - (847) 565-3060
Creative Art Workshop
This group invites creativity as a tool for emotional processing, stress relief, and self-expression. No art experience needed—just a willingness to explore.
Expertise
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Types of Therapy
Art Therapy
Location
Center for Authentic Living
120 Main St
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Email Mari Richko about this group or call - (847) 565-3060
Location
Primary Location
Center for Authentic Living, Inc.
120 Main St
Suite 200
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 565-3060Email us
Center for Authentic Living, Inc.
Treatment Center
Call for a free consultation now - (847) 565-3060