As Professionals, We Listen.
As Therapists, We Support.
As People, We Care.
Counseling Services in the Chicago Area
Heart and Soul Counseling Group was established with a clear goal in mind: We wanted to support the people that need us most.
Whether you’re based in Lisle, Chicago, or further afield — our full range of services and specializations can help you take the steps needed to improve your wellbeing and redefine your approach to life. Offering everything from traditional counseling to hypnotherapy and reiki sessions, we’ll find the right fit for you.
Warm, Compassionate, and Inclusive
Seeking support from a therapist is already a great first step towards helping yourself feel and function better.
But this is only the beginning of what could be the most fulfilling chapter of your life.
As much as we want you to start experiencing this new chapter as soon as possible, we also understand that taking these initial steps can take some time. This is why if you have any queries about our services or you just want to book in for an initial assessment, feel free to reach out to our team.
Experienced in handling even the most sensitive topics, we strive to ensure everyone feels welcome at Heart and Soul Counseling Group — but ultimately, we also want you to feel ready!
Meet Our Founder, Jodi
As a systems trained therapist with over 12 years of experience, I’ve had the opportunity to help people all across the US understand their trauma and find new ways to reframe their approach to healing.
Now working with somatic methods such as reiki, I’ve gained an even deeper understanding of how the body also responds to life’s challenges.
Whether you’re seeking traditional therapy services or are ready to explore other options such as reiki and hypnotherapy, our superpower lies in the ability to offer you the exact support you need.
Meet Patty
Getting therapy for the first time is a hard decision to make. But, in my 25-years as a counselor, I have never met anyone who wasn’t glad they took that step! Life can be overwhelming. Maybe you’re feeling depressed, anxious, sad. Or maybe you’re not even sure what you’re feeling and just want to feel a sense of inner peace. My goal as a counselor is to help you identify those feelings and allow you to work on making the changes necessary to start to feel good again.
I will approach our sessions drawing from CBT, DBT and Emotionally Focused therapies. I am goal-oriented and client-centered. I want you to leave therapy with the answers and changes that you came in looking for.
I received my Master of Science in Counseling from Northern Illinois University and spent many years working as a counselor in higher education. I love private practice because I believe the therapist/client relationship is essential. It is important to choose a therapist who makes you comfortable and safe. I want you to feel the connection and similarities in our personalities, attitudes and senses of humor that make you want work on change. If that bond is there, together we can make change happen!
My strengths and passions are working with adolescents, adults, couples, and older adult clients who are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, and career issues. I am certified in eating disorders and obesity and have extensive experience with LGBTQ individuals, as well as couples of all populations.
Just some of our credentials:
- Licensed marriage and family therapy
- MS in Psychology
- Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy (trained by the Wellness Institute in Graham, WA)
- Reiki Master trained (The Journey’s Path in West Chicago, IL)
- Systems training accreditation
- Eating Disorder Certified