Business Details
Trusted Mental Health Therapy Services in Chicago
At Mind Body Connections, we specialize in holistic therapy services designed to address the interconnectedness of mental, emotional, and physical well-being. With over 25 years of combined experience, our team of licensed clinicians employs creative and individualized treatment modalities to support clients in Chicago, Naperville, and across multiple states through virtual appointments. Our approach emphasizes self-expression, resource discovery, and tailored solutions to help clients overcome challenges and achieve optimal health. We prioritize building therapeutic relationships that integrate body, mind, and spirit, ensuring each client receives a personalized treatment plan aligned with their unique needs and goals. Our clinicians hold licenses in Illinois, Colorado, Ohio, Vermont, New York, and other states, reflecting our commitment to professional excellence and accessibility.By combining evidence-based practices with innovative techniques, we empower individuals to navigate lifes complexities and foster resilience. Our services cater to a diverse clientele, addressing a wide range of conditions through in-person and virtual sessions. We believe vulnerability and creativity are foundational to growth, and our team is dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces for healing. With flexible scheduling and a focus on client-centered care, we strive to make mental health support accessible and transformative. Our practice is built on the principle that every individual deserves compassionate, customized care to thrive in their personal journey.
Services
Counseling Services
Group Therapy
Supervision
Trainings
Embodied Education
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of combined clinical experience across multiple specialties.
- Our therapists use creative, evidence-based modalities tailored to individual needs.
- We provide flexible care with in-person and virtual appointments across 10 states.
- Our team includes board-certified dance/movement therapists and art therapists.
- We develop personalized treatment plans integrating mind, body, and spiritual health.
Services
Counseling Services
Our counseling services combine traditional talk therapy with creative modalities to address anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Clients work one-on-one with licensed therapists to develop coping strategies and self-awareness. Sessions incorporate movement, art, and storytelling to access deeper emotional insights.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions foster connection and shared learning among individuals facing similar challenges. Our small-group format encourages peer support while maintaining professional guidance. Topics include stress management, grief processing, and creative expression techniques for emotional regulation.
Supervision
We provide professional development for mental health practitioners through individual and group supervision. Our board-certified supervisors offer expertise in dance/movement therapy and creative interventions. Training focuses on ethical practice, trauma-informed care, and somatic approaches to therapy.
Trainings
Educational programs cover embodied healing techniques for professionals and community members. Courses explore mind-body connections, creative problem-solving, and trauma recovery methods. Participants learn practical tools for personal growth and clinical application across various settings.
Embodied Education
This unique approach integrates physical awareness with cognitive processing to enhance learning outcomes. Students engage in movement-based activities to improve focus and emotional regulation. Programs benefit educators, parents, and individuals seeking alternative learning strategies that bridge bodily intelligence with academic concepts.
People
Stacey M. Hurst
Founder/LCPC
Stacey Hurst specializes in creative therapy techniques with 25+ years of clinical experience. She holds licenses in five states and certifications in dance/movement therapy. Her approach integrates somatic practices with traditional counseling methods.
Heather Randazzo
LCPC, ATR-BC
Heather Randazzo combines art therapy with trauma-informed care in her practice. She focuses on helping clients develop self-expression through creative mediums while maintaining Illinois state licensure and board certification in art therapy.
Shannon Lengerich Suffoletto
MA, CMPC, LCPC
Shannon Suffoletto offers performance psychology expertise alongside traditional counseling. She works with clients to enhance mental resilience through creative interventions, holding multiple certifications in addition to her Illinois clinical license.
Ara Lucia Ashburne
MS, LCPC
Ara Ashburne provides virtual therapy with specialization in creative expression techniques. Licensed in three states, she helps clients explore emotional healing through movement-based approaches and narrative therapy methods.
Zachary (Zae) Palmer
LMFT
Zae Palmer offers gender-affirming therapy and creative interventions for LGBTQ+ clients. Licensed in three states, they specialize in helping individuals navigate identity exploration through embodied therapeutic practices.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
We integrate creative methods like movement, art, and storytelling with evidence-based practices. Our therapists tailor techniques to each client's needs, focusing on mind-body connections for holistic healing.
Do you offer virtual appointments?
Yes, we provide telehealth services for residents in Illinois, Colorado, Ohio, Vermont, Pennsylvania, Virginia, New York, Michigan, and Idaho, alongside in-person sessions in Chicago and Naperville.
What are your session fees?
Individual sessions range from $120-$150 based on length. Initial evaluations and family therapy sessions cost $175. We accept several insurance plans and offer out-of-network billing.
How do I choose a therapist?
Review our clinicians' profiles detailing specialties and licenses. Consider scheduling a brief consultation to find the best match for your needs and therapeutic goals.
Are your therapists licensed?
All clinicians hold active state licenses and many have additional certifications in specialties like dance/movement therapy and art therapy. We maintain credentials across multiple states.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients in-person at Chicago and Naperville locations, plus virtually across ten states. Our licensed therapists comply with each state's regulatory requirements for telehealth services.
