St. Charles, IL
Collaborative Counseling
& Psychiatry
Location:
2210 Dean Street, Unit D
St. Charles, Illinois
(847) 440-2281
Located in Algonquin, St. Charles, and surrounding communities, Collaborative Counseling and Psychiatry is more than a group practice; it’s a place where care, collaboration, and science come together to help people of all ages live fuller, healthier lives.
Their team provides therapy and psychiatry services for children, teens, and adults, blending compassion with the best of evidence-based treatment. Every client is met with respect, honesty, and the belief that healing is possible when people feel supported and understood.
At Collaborative Counseling and Psychiatry, care includes:
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Collaborative psychiatry through thoughtful conversations about how medication can support emotional and mental well-being, guided by experienced medical professionals.
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Evidence-based therapy - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
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Support for every stage of life helping children, teens, adults, and families build resilience and connection.
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Specialties in anxiety (social anxiety, OCD, PTSD), depression, emotion regulation, high-conflict relationships, and parent coaching.
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Flexible scheduling with appointments available on Saturdays and weekday evenings.
Their work is grounded in honesty, integrity, and respect, values that shape every relationship and conversation. They believe that healing happens through partnership, open communication, and environments that feel warm and safe.
At its heart, Collaborative Counseling and Psychiatry believes that compassion + science = growth, and that when we work together, healing becomes not just possible, but sustainable.
Michelle Gomberg Counseling
Location:
404 S 2nd St, Suite 1B
St. Charles, IL
(630) 465-1921
With more than 20 years of experience as a therapist, Michelle Gomberg knows one simple truth: most people are doing the best they can with the knowledge and resources they have. But when you’re feeling stuck, in sadness, anxiety, self-doubt, or an unfulfilling relationship, it can be hard to see the way forward on your own. That’s where Michelle comes in.
Michelle offers compassionate, goal-directed therapy for adults and couples, blending evidence-based techniques with deep empathy and practical tools for everyday life. Her approach is collaborative and empowering, helping clients uncover new perspectives, build confidence, and move toward lasting healing and change.
Michelle’s areas of focus include:
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Trauma and related symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem
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Relationship and couples therapy, including sex therapy
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Life transitions - navigating change with clarity and confidence
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Personal growth and resilience - learning to live with self-compassion and intention
Drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Solution-Focused, and Behavioral therapies, Michelle tailors her work to meet each client where they are — helping them reconnect with their own strength and values.
Her philosophy is simple: Healing begins when you feel safe, understood, and ready to invest in yourself.
Ellie Mental Health - St. Charles
Location:
2570 Foxfield Road, Ste. 200
Saint Charles, IL
ellieil19702@elliementalhealth.com
847-403-3535
Ellie Mental Health in St. Charles is designed to feel like a safe landing spot. A space where you can share honestly and get the support you deserve. Their team of therapists works with kids, teens, adults, couples, and families on everything from anxiety and depression to trauma, identity exploration, and major life transitions.
Ellie’s approach is flexible and accessible, with both in-person and virtual appointments, so care can fit into real life. Every session is collaborative, compassionate, and judgment-free; focused on helping you (or your family) move toward healing and growth at a pace that feels right.
Ellie’s team brings a wide range of specialties to support the whole community, including:
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Trauma support for adults processing past or recent experiences
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Women’s health & perinatal care, including infertility, postpartum, and maternal mental health
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Support for men navigating ADHD, stress, and life transitions
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Child & teen therapy for emotional regulation, identity exploration, school stress, and neurodiversity
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Anxiety, depression, OCD & PTSD treatment across all ages
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Life transitions & relationship challenges for individuals, couples, and families
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Care for underserved communities, including uninsured/underinsured clients and minorities
With immediate openings, Ellie makes it easy to take the first step toward feeling better.
Emerald Path Therapy
Location:
2325 Dean St, Suite 800L
Saint Charles, IL, 60175
630-345-6345
Emerald Path Therapy was founded in 2024 with a clear mission: to bridge the gap between people seeking compassionate care and the clinicians called to provide it. What started as a one-woman practice in a single office suite—launched by a newly single mom determined to make a difference—has grown into a heart-centered mental health practice committed to accessibility, authenticity, and healing.
At Emerald Path Therapy, every client is met with care that honors their lived experiences, cultural identity, and personal journey. Whether you're an individual, couple, or family, the team here approaches therapy as a collaborative and empowering process—rooted in mutual trust, clinical expertise, and a deep respect for autonomy.
But Emerald Path is also doing something bigger. They’re challenging the broken systems that make therapy feel out of reach for too many. With a core belief that people come before profit, the practice is built around sustainable care—where clients receive quality, affordable support, and clinicians are valued, fairly compensated, and able to thrive.
This is therapy that doesn't just check a box. It's therapy that meets you where you are, and walks alongside you as you find your way forward.
Be Present Therapy and Wellness
Location:
525 Dunham Road, Suite 55
St. Charles, Illinois
(630) 426-3495
What you can expect: "At Be Present Therapy & Wellness, we are committed to working with you to begin to heal. We specialize in women's mental health and treat anxiety, OCD, perinatal mood disorders, struggles with infertility/loss, parenting, and families.
We will focus on multiple areas of your life in order to help you regain balance of what you are struggling with. Therapy is a process, and can sometimes be challenging, but our hope is that the results you see during treatments give you a strong understanding and hope of moving in a healthy direction."
This practice has immediate openings for new clients!
Visit the Be Present website to learn about the team.
Barnum Counseling
Ali Barnum, MA, LCPC, NCC
Location: St. Charles, Illinois
(630) 797-9192
Ali Barnum is dedicated to helping people manage life transitions and provides skills, tools, and support in the following areas:
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Women trying to conceive
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Women struggling with infertility and/or going through fertility treatment
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Women who are pregnant
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Postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD-related symptoms
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Women struggling with balancing roles and transitioning to motherhood
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Moms with toddlers who have a high level of needs
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Couples looking to repair or strengthen their relationship
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Teachers and other education professionals experiencing burnout, stress, or anxiety
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Therapists, social workers, and counselors looking for support from another experienced professional
Dr. Melissa Sharp and Associates
Location: St. Charles, Illinois
(630) 777-6333
What you can expect: "Dr. Melissa Sharp and Associates is comprised of sensitive, caring professionals who will treat you with compassion and respect. Our mission is to help our clients create the positive and lasting changes that they are seeking.
Let us help you confidently and effectively address life challenges. Together we will explore emotional road-blocks and unhealthy attitudes, such as anger, fear, guilt, and blame. If you are feeling "stuck" we can help you eliminate problematic emotions, thoughts, or behaviors that have been obstructing you from moving forward. The healing process can include gaining new awareness, processing emotions, and new "meaning" construction.
Growing Awareness Counseling
Location: St. Charles, Illinois
815-414-2056
Christina Oxley, LCPC, is the founder of Growing Awareness Counseling and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor serving adults throughout Illinois. She specializes in Adult ADHD, with advanced training in the assessment and treatment of ADHD across the lifespan, and also supports clients navigating anxiety and relationship concerns.
Christina understands that ADHD impacts far more than attention. It often affects:
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Emotional regulation
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Self-esteem and motivation
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Organization and daily structure
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Communication and relationships
Her work focuses on helping clients better understand how their brains work while building practical tools and supportive systems for everyday life.
Christina takes a collaborative, individualized approach, drawing from multiple evidence-based modalities to meet each client’s unique needs. She prioritizes creating a therapeutic space where clients feel:
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Comfortable
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Safe and respected
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Genuinely understood
Her goal is to help clients deepen self-awareness, strengthen relationships, and develop sustainable strategies for managing life’s stressors.
Christina offers in-person sessions near St. Charles, Illinois, and virtual therapy throughout the state. Her office is also shared with two small, friendly dogs who can join sessions if clients enjoy their calming presence, though dog-free sessions are always available as well.
Relief Mental Health
Location:
409 Illinois Ave, Suite 1D
St. Charles, IL 60174
Phone: (855) 205-4764
Email: info@reliefmh.com
What you can expect: "Our clinical team offers the highest quality evidence-based mental health treatment available. All the data and evidence in the world won’t help without genuine, caring, and committed people behind it. That’s the core of our treatment philosophy at Relief Mental Health.
It’s the foundation of the wide range of therapeutic approaches we use, and for people with mental health diagnoses, we know empathy and compassion can make all the difference."
The team at Relief Mental Health works with you to create a personal treatment plan that may include:
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
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SPRAVATO®
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IV Ketamine Infusions
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Psychiatry and Medication Management
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Therapy
Weber Therapy and Consulting, PLLC
Location:
115 Campbell Street, Suite 209
Geneva, IL
630-402-6767
What you can expect: "Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jackie Weber provides individual therapy to teens, young adults, and parents across life stages and transitions.
She uses a strengths-based approach, focusing on what you can do well and working collaboratively towards your identified goals.
With 13 years of experience in public schools, private practice and home-based services, Jackie has a comprehensive understanding of educational systems, and can assist parents in understanding and navigating school-based supports, 504 plans and IEPs.
Jackie loves working with neurodivergent individuals across life stages and transitions. Her areas of specialty and expertise include anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, mood disorders, stress, parent coaching, and school issues.
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