Trauma
In-person therapy at two Chicagoland locations.
Virtual therapy anywhere in Illinois.
“You are not crazy – you feel the way you feel for a reason. That reason is protection. Your body and brain are responding in the best way possible to protect you. It’s actually you trying to take care of yourself.”
Nicole Rea, MA, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP
The Impact of Trauma
Ever felt like you're walking through life with a shadow hanging over you, unable to shake the feeling of being unsafe or disconnected from who you once were?
Maybe you're haunted by memories or a gnawing sense that you can't piece together the past, and it's bleeding into every corner of your day-to-day life.
Trauma isn't picky—it can come from abuse, neglect, the gut-wrenching end of a relationship, or the crushing loss of someone close.
Whether it's a capital "T" Trauma or the quieter, lingering kind, it can throw your world into chaos, leaving you feeling adrift and out of control.
Healing and Recovery
Picture nights where sleep comes easy, days where anxiety doesn't dictate your every move, and moments where memories are just memories, not triggers.
It's about clawing back the real you, the one buried under the rubble of past pain, and rediscovering the strength to laugh, love, and live without fear's shadow looming over you.
This is about shaking off the 'stuck' feeling and stepping into a life where you call the shots, crafting a future that's truly yours.
Why Choose Us?
We're here to help you decode the chaos and reclaim the pieces of yourself that trauma tried to steal.
Our approach is centered in real, hands-on strategies to help you heal, breathe easier, and face life with renewed confidence.
We'll stand by you as you rebuild the trust in yourself and the world around you, guiding you to a place where you feel in control and ready to embrace all the good that life has to offer.
Who this is for:
People struggling to heal from recent or long-term trauma
Those feeling out of control due to unresolved trauma
Individuals experiencing a wide range of trauma symptoms and seeking relief
Meet the Clinicians
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Nicole Rea, MA, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP
Practice Director/fearless leader, queer, neuro-spicy, and ride-or-die for radical validation.
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Hannah Heitz, MA, LCPC, ADHD-CCSP
Bubbly wellspring of hope, empathy, knowledge, and true crime podcast recs.
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Emma Epstein, MA, LCSW
Bilingual, adventure-seeking toddler mom who believes that you’ve got this.
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Charlotte Greiwe, MA, LPC
Queer, trans safe space with life experience, insight, and empathy to spare.
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Angel Kellark, MSW, LSW
Loves concerts, travel, and helping young people (especially kids!) and families learn to heal.
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Conor Klusendorf, MA, LPC, CRC, ADHD-CCSP
Glass-half-full kinda guy who’ll play video games with you while sorting out your life.
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Jennifer Wolff, MA, LMFT
An OG who knows her stuff, with a gift for connecting the dots of your issues.