Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Mollie is a licensed clinical social worker at Relief Mental Health in Oak Brook, Ill., where she works with teens (13+) and adults facing depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and more. She uses a mix of CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and creative arts therapy to help clients build coping skills and confidence. Known for her straightforward and supportive approach, Mollie creates a space where clients feel safe, empowered, and ready to grow.
J Cangialosi, LCPC is a licensed clinical professional counselor with over a decade of experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, sleep difficulties, and stress. She uses a range of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, REBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy, to tailor treatment to each person’s unique needs.
J creates a welcoming, inclusive space for all, including members of the LGBTQ+ community. She meets patients where they are, helping them break through barriers and make lasting changes that lead to a better quality of life.
In addition to therapy, J collaborates with our team to connect patients with TMS, SPRAVATO®, IV ketamine, and psychiatric care when appropriate. She also contributes to clinical training and public advocacy to help destigmatize mental health.
Sabrina Connelly, LCSW, provides virtual therapy at Relief Mental Health. Drawing from over 20 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, school social worker, and restorative practices facilitator, she specializes in helping teens and young adults manage anxiety, life transitions, and school-related stress. Sabrina uses CBT, mindfulness, and strength-based approaches to build emotional resilience and confidence. Sabrina offers a warm, supportive space where clients feel empowered to grow both in and out of therapy.
Jessica Bette, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor at Relief Mental Health in St. Charles, Illinois, offering in-person and virtual therapy for individuals ages 15 to 55. She provides a warm, supportive space where patients can work through challenges, build resilience, and make meaningful changes.
Jessica specializes in treating anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. She uses trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches, including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), person-centered therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and narrative therapy. Her clinical background includes individual and group therapy, case management, and crisis intervention.
She earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Illinois State University.
“I've been seeing Chris for over 2 years now. He's the most understanding, and kind hearted therapist. He goes in depth to help with understanding your situation, and gives you effective tools, coping strategies, and allows you to freely express yourself to get what you need off your chest.”
Kristen Federlein is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), as well as a National Certified Counselor (NCC), Board Certified TeleMental Health Therapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from North Central College, and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Benedictine University. She has experience in working with adolescents and adults in individual, family and group therapy setting.
Kristen is also licensed in the states of Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin. She can provide telemedicine appointments to those states.
Her approach is empathic, nonjudgmental and interpersonal. Therapy is centered around you. Her goal is to help you find new ways to understand, cope with, and resolve concerns, as well as achieve your fullest potential and greatest sense of harmony in your life.
Cody White is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with more than 14 years experience in the behavioral health field.In addition, Cody is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider (CTMH). He completed his Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Grand Valley State University, and obtained his Masters in Clinical Psychology with a Counseling Specialization and Concentration in Trauma from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Cody´s expertise lies in working with adolescents, adults, parents, families, and couples. His areas of expertise include treating mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, OCD, as well as in working with survivors of trauma. Cody is also skilled in helping parents navigate relationship issues with their children, and helping individuals improve their ability to communicate.
“TJ had such a positive attitude, she has a way of talking with children that empowers and modivates them. Gives them the tools they need to succeed. A true asset. ”
Rebecca Balch, LPC, provides in-person and virtual therapy for adults at Relief Mental Health's Chicago West Loop clinic. She supports individuals facing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-esteem issues, and more, using approaches like CBT, ACT, and exposure and response prevention.
Rebecca creates a safe, judgment-free space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions. She believes healing comes through self-discovery and is passionate about helping people who feel unseen. Her collaborative, flexible style meets each person where they are.
Christian Ledezma, LPC, is a therapist at Relief Mental Health in Chicago’s West Loop. As a first-generation Mexican American, he is passionate about supporting minority and marginalized communities and offers culturally sensitive care for Hispanic and Latino patients. Christian is fluent in Spanish and creates a safe, supportive space where individuals can heal and grow. He treats depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and more, using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, psychodynamic therapy, SFBT, and trauma-focused techniques. His care is LGBTQ+ affirming and individualized to each patient.
Kristian Bulliner, LCSW, is a therapist at Relief Mental Health in Orland Park, Ill., specializing in anxiety, depression, body image, stress-related concerns, and couples therapy.
She helps clients identify their strengths, values, and goals to navigate life’s challenges and grow into the best version of themselves. Using evidence-based approaches like ACT, CBT, SFBT, and psychodynamic therapy, Kristian offers a supportive space for healing and self-discovery.
Renee Perry-Portee is a therapist at Relief Mental Health in Orland Park, Ill., with 20 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. She offers in-person and virtual therapy for people ages 14 and older, using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, person-centered care, and motivational interviewing.
Renee works with a wide range of diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, stress, family and peer conflict, life transitions, racial identity, and women’s issues. She is especially attuned to the needs of the Black community, individuals of Christian faith, and single mothers, providing inclusive, culturally informed care in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
Known for her calm presence and ability to build trust, Renee helps clients feel grounded and empowered as they navigate difficult emotions or situations.
Karyn provides an eclectic client centered approach, using her professional, academic, and personal experiences to help others develop a deeper understanding of self. She received her Master’s of Arts in Counseling from Olivet Nazarene University and has 5 years of clinical mental health experience in residential, emergent, inpatient, and intensive outpatient settings. Karyn works with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered, and REBT treatment interventions to treat ADHD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, Chemical Dependency, and Gender Dysphoria in her practice. Karyn’s compassion, empathetic nature, and genuine ability to connect with people allows her to work effectively with anyone.
Melissa Grosvenor, PhD, M.S. CCC-SLP, I/ECMH-C, BCS-CL, is a board-certified child language specialist, credentialed infant mental health specialist, and owner of Express Yourself Pediatric Therapy, with locations in Palatine, Illinois, Bucktown, Chicago and Kensington, Maryland. She is highly qualified and a leader in her field.
Dr. Grosvenor completed her master’s degree in speech-language pathology at Rush University in Chicago, Illinois, and her doctorate in infant and early childhood development at Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara, California.
Dr. Grosvenor is also a credentialed DIRFloortime® provider. She has more than 10 years of experience teaching courses through the International Council on Development and Learning (ICDL), Profectum, and the Erikson Institute.
She loves the “family feel” culture at Express Yourself Pediatric Therapy, where the thriving nurturing environment drives growth and development for the outstanding therapists, children, and their families. Dr. Grosvenor attributes much of her success to her two beautiful children, who teach her important lessons about child development and parenting.
She welcomes new and existing patients to Express Yourself Pediatric Therapy and looks forward to helping them flourish.
“Melissa is a phenomenal therapist. She is very knowledgeable and challenges my son the right amount. She takes extra time to answer my questions and coordinate care with his school and other providers. We are so thankful for her!”
Express Yourself Therapy
Occupational Therapist
1 East Northwest Highway
Suite 100
Palatine, IL 60067
5.0(2)
Jodi MacAluso, MA LCPC CADC
Professional Mental Health Counselor 3.0 mi
Susan Anewalt, LPC, CADC, is a therapist at Relief Mental Health in Northbrook, Illinois, offering in-person and virtual therapy for adults. She specializes in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and dual diagnosis, and also has experience working with substance use, life transitions, and spiritual concerns. Using CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and a person-centered approach, Susan creates a supportive space for clients to explore challenges, build coping skills, and regain a sense of empowerment.
At Relief Mental Health, Susan works closely with fellow Northbrook providers to ensure patients receive comprehensive care, including TMS, SPRAVATO® therapy, and medication management.
