Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Therapy
At Ampersand Counseling & Well-Being, we are dedicated to fostering transformative personal growth through inclusive, relational, and additive therapeutic practices. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of cumulative experience in individual, couples, family, and group therapy, specializing in trauma, life transitions, collaborative divorce, and co-parent coaching. We prioritize creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore complex emotions, rebuild relationships, and navigate lifes challenges with resilience.Our approach integrates evidence-based methodologies with compassionate care, emphasizing self-awareness, authenticity, and holistic well-being. By offering both in-person and online sessions, we ensure accessibility while adhering to the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical practice. Our commitment to continuous professional development and client-centered care solidifies our reputation as trusted mental health leaders in the Skokie community.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Collaborative Divorce Coaching
Co-Parent Coaching
Online Counseling
Group Therapy
Spiritual Counseling
Life Transition Support
Trauma Recovery
LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
Highlights and features
- We offer over 23 years of experience in trauma and psychodynamic therapy.
- Our team includes certified co-parent coaches and collaborative divorce specialists.
- LGBTQ+ affirming services with trauma-informed, culturally sensitive care.
- Flexible options: In-person sessions in Skokie and secure online counseling.
- Personalized approaches tailored to individual growth and relational healing.
What people say
Exceptional trauma support
Transformative co-parent coaching
Safe, inclusive environment
Flexible teletherapy options
Deeply knowledgeable therapists
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored psychodynamic and trauma-informed therapy for adults addressing anxiety, depression, identity, and life transitions. Our clinicians prioritize self-awareness and emotional healing through a client-centered, strengths-based approach. Sessions foster growth, resilience, and clarity for those navigating personal challenges.
Collaborative Divorce Coaching
Specialized support for couples seeking non-adversarial divorce solutions. We facilitate respectful negotiations focused on family well-being, financial transparency, and sustainable co-parenting agreements. Our certified mediators help clients navigate emotional and practical aspects of separation with compassion and legal compliance.
Co-Parent Coaching
Ongoing coaching to improve post-divorce co-parenting dynamics. We address communication barriers, conflict resolution, and child-centered decision-making. Sessions emphasize emotional regulation, boundary-setting, and fostering stability for children through constructive parental collaboration and mutual accountability.
Group Therapy Sessions
Structured small-group experiences focusing on mindfulness, LGBTQ+ affirming spirituality, and Bren Brown-inspired vulnerability. Groups limited to 48 members promote shared storytelling, psychoeducation, and skill-building through weekly or biweekly sessions lasting 90 minutes each.
Online Counseling
Secure virtual therapy accessible nationwide for individuals facing geographical, scheduling, or mobility barriers. Our HIPAA-compliant platform supports confidential sessions for anxiety management, relationship issues, and personal growth, maintaining the same therapeutic rigor as in-person meetings.
People
Paige Crawford
Clinical Director
With over 23 years of counseling experience, Paige specializes in trauma, life transitions, and collaborative divorce as an LCPC and certified mediator. She prioritizes holistic healing and relational resilience.
Monica Isaac
Director of Couple and Family Services
AMFT and LPC with 14+ years in couples therapy, offering Gottman-method training and PREPARE/ENRICH facilitation. Focus areas include intimacy, communication, and postpartum adjustment.
Kaitlyn Bowie
Psychotherapy Resident
15+ years in adult mental health specializing in anxiety, spirituality, and Enneagram integration. Combines psychodynamic theory with personality assessment for personalized care.
Lauren Bergiel
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
ICF-certified coach and cancer survivor guiding clients through burnout, identity shifts, and creative healing. Integrates CBT and narrative therapy for values-based personal reinvention.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy, along with collaborative divorce coaching and co-parenting support, both in-person and online.
Are your therapists licensed?
Yes, all clinicians hold active state licenses (LCPC, LPC, AMFT) and certifications in specialties like trauma recovery, mediation, and relationship counseling.
Do you accept insurance?
Most services are covered by insurance for in-network plans. Contact us directly to verify your specific coverage and payment options.
Can I schedule online sessions?
Yes, we offer secure teletherapy for Illinois residents and select out-of-state clients. Discuss eligibility with your therapist during initial consultation.
What makes your divorce coaching unique?
Our approach combines legal compliance with emotional healing, focusing on child-centered outcomes and long-term co-parenting relationships rather than adversarial strategies.
