Our mental health counseling services are offered in-person in Orland Park and via telehealth appointments based on your comfort!
Individual Counseling is a personal opportunity to improve your quality of life. Working with our trained clinician, we explore who you are, identify your unique needs and develop personalized approaches to establish a balanced and improved quality of life. We conduct the therapeutic counseling sessions in a safe, caring and confidential environment.
Family / Couples Counseling is a personalized process for families and couples to improve the quality of life. Partnering with our clinician, you explore and develop an understanding of relationships, the unique needs of the family and approaches for improving the quality of life. We conduct the counseling sessions in a safe, caring and confidential environment.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Group Counseling is a cognitive-behavioral approach that emphasizes the need to find balance in everyday life. Cognitive behavior is the way we think and react to the world around us. This approach to counseling focuses on challenging and changing unhelpful mental distortions and emotional behaviors that we may have.
Nutritional Counseling by Charis Nutrition Counseling at PBC offers an individualized approach to exploring your relationship with food and helping you find balance. Our clinicians provide a supportive, non-judgmental space to allow clients to be open and honest allowing long-term sustainable changes.
Michelle Conrad is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who obtained her master’s degree in counseling psychology from Northwestern University. She provides individual, family and couples counseling to adolescents, teens, and adults.
Mary is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who received her M.A. in Counseling from Northwestern University. She has experience in treating anxiety, depression and stress-related symptoms as well as post-traumatic stress, grief and loss, relationship issues, major life transition, addictive behavior, emerging adulthood and developmental concerns. Mary is level 3 Gottman Trained and is invested in working with couples as well.
Karissa Habel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who obtained her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lewis University. She provides individual counseling to adolescents and young adults through adulthood.
Stephanie Arambula is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Certified Alcohol and Other Drugs Counselor (CADC). She has experience working individuals who are struggling with substance use disorders, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, trauma and self-injury behaviors. Stephanie thrives with teenage and adult clients alike who are interested in gaining control over their life and creating a life worth living.
Linzie Hartmann, LPC, is passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or life transitions, Linzie provides a compassionate and supportive space to explore solutions that foster growth and healing.
Megan Kirkpatrick is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinicial Social Worker, therapist, with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Lewis University with several years experience. She specializes in providing individual therapy for adolescents, young adults, and adults who are navigating the complexities of mental health challenges.
Sarah Lesniak, LCSW, is a dynamic and compassionate therapist who brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her practice. She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of St. Francis and has since dedicated herself to helping individuals navigate their mental health journeys. Sarah specializes in providing individual counseling to children, adolescents, and young adults, addressing challenges such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, and PTSD.
Kathy Muloski, a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with a master’s degree in social work, specializing in holistic and mindfulness approaches is a seasoned clinician working with adults and teens. Her practice is dedicated to offering a calm, supportive environment where clients feel safe to express their difficult moments from past trauma, current trauma, and exploration in the therapy space.
Samantha Newsome is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She received her Master’s degree from Trinity Christian college in Counseling Psychology. She provides counseling to individuals, couples, adolescents, and adults of all ages and backgrounds.
Sam Pagana is a Licensed Professional Counselor who obtained her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lewis University. She is continuing her education in a doctoral program specializing in Trauma. Sam provides individual and family counseling to clients ages 4 and up.
Dawn White is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. With over twenty years as a dietitian, Dawn has seen the freedom and life that is possible in working toward a balanced, healthy relationship with food and body. Dawn’s gentle, compassionate approach helps individuals feel accepted and supported as they explore their relationship with food and body working together to establish realistic, sustainable goals for nourishment, healing, and finding freedom with food.
Sugar is often demonized for its potential health risks, but it is a vital energy source for the body. While excessive sugar intake can lead to health issues, moderation in a balanced diet is key. Understanding the complex relationship between sugar, cravings, and overall health is essential for making informed dietary choices.
Eating disorder behaviors aren’t just about food—they’re coping mechanisms for overwhelming emotions. Understanding how restricting, binge eating, and purging function as survival strategies helps us see these patterns differently. Learn why these behaviors develop and how recognizing them as coping skills is the first step toward healing.
Finding the right eating disorder treatment can feel overwhelming when facing anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder. Recovery programs combine medical monitoring, nutritional counseling, and therapy to address physical and psychological aspects. Learn about different treatment levels and team-based approaches to healing.
Do you reach for food when stressed, anxious, or sad? Stress eating patterns are common, but understanding why they happen can help you break the cycle. Learn about the connection between emotions and eating, recognize the signs, and discover healthier ways to cope with difficult feelings.
Feel like your relationship struggles are unique? You’re not alone. Most people get stuck in predictable patterns—mistaking intensity for intimacy, avoiding conflict, or chasing perfection. The good news? Once you recognize the pattern, you can change it. Learn the common relationship cycles we see every week.
Wondering if DBT therapy is right for you? Dialectical Behavior Therapy helps people manage intense emotions and improve relationships through skills training and individual counseling. Learn what makes DBT different from traditional talk therapy and who benefits most from this evidence-based approach.
