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Josefina Perez-Castro has been an integral part of the South Florida community since graduating from Barry University in 1981. With extensive training in individual, marriage, family, and group therapy, she began her clinical career with the Dade County Department of Youth and Family Development and later served as Clinical Supervisor for Family and Victim Services. In 1985, she founded her private practice, establishing Anaga Psychotherapy Center in 1997, where she oversees administration and therapy programs focused on domestic violence, trauma, and substance abuse.Josefina provides therapy for children and adults, addressing depression, anxiety, PTSD, and human rights violations. She also conducts forensic assessments and cultural consultations for Hispanic families. A speaker at international conferences, she supervises interns and believes in empowering clients to help themselves. In her free time, she enjoys the outdoors, reading, herbal gardening, traveling, and films.

Josefina Perez-Castro has been an integral part of the South Florida community since graduating from Barry University in 1981. With extensive training in individual, marriage, family, and group therapy, she began her clinical career with the Dade County Department of Youth and Family Development and later served as Clinical Supervisor for Family and Victim Services. In 1985, she founded her private practice, establishing Anaga Psychotherapy Center in 1997, where she oversees administration and therapy programs focused on domestic violence, trauma, and substance abuse.Josefina provides therapy for children and adults, addressing depression, anxiety, PTSD, and human rights violations. She also conducts forensic assessments and cultural consultations for Hispanic families. A speaker at international conferences, she supervises interns and believes in empowering clients to help themselves. In her free time, she enjoys the outdoors, reading, herbal gardening, traveling, and films.

Peter Spiak, MHC Peter Spiak is a mental health counselor specializing in psychotherapy for PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD, with an additional focus on substance use disorders and relapse prevention. He integrates Motivational Interviewing (MI), CBT, and trauma-informed therapy to support recovery and personal growth. Peter’s expertise in substance abuse counseling and dual-diagnosis treatment provides a comprehensive approach for clients navigating both mental health and addiction concerns

Jacqueline Hill, Ed.D., LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and founder of Paramount Counseling Inc. in Hampton Roads. With a strong background in human services, she has served in roles at the Department of Social Services, Hampton-Newport News CSB, and Peninsula Institute for Community Health. As a former military dependent, she understands the unique challenges of diverse and transitional lifestyles. Jacqueline earned her Master of Arts in Counseling from Regent University and her Doctor of Education in Community Care and Counseling: Marriage and Family Counseling from Liberty University. She is passionate about helping clients manage and work through paramount issues and life challenges by identifying their strengths and navigating growth areas to promote resiliency, healthy lifestyle changes, and improved mental health.

Jennifer uses Cognitive Behavioral, Person-Centered, and positive, goal-oriented approaches. A Christian focus can also be a part of the growth journey if requested. She believes that healing comes through safe, trusting and relatable therapeutic relationships. Jennifer enjoys being a part of the growth journey and allowing individuals to explore and develop strengths that were unrecognized. She sees phasing difficulties and challenges as a part of the journey and the struggles of life not as barriers but opportunities for growth and continued development in life. She takes a curious and eclectic approach towards change, believing each person’s journey is unique. She is a life-long learner and has interest in traveling, spending time with family and friends, reading, working out, and baking.

Deborah is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with additional trauma-focussed certification. Her career has included working with incarcerated adults, a community mental health population, and health-care professionals. Deborah works from a trauma-focussed, strengths-based, and Humanistic perspective, building a therapeutic relationship rooted in trust, safety, empathy, and compassion. Her approach utilizes methods such as CBT, CFT, mindfulness-based interventions, somatic psychotherapy, and EMDR. Whether you are looking for a safe space to talk through current stressors, or dig deeper to process past trauma, Deborah hopes to provide a safe and nurturing space, collaborating with you on your journey of healing and personal growth.

Dr. Kaushansky earned his Doctorate of Psychology at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. He completed his predoctoral internship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Mount Sinai St. Luke’s in New York City, subsequently followed by a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in Adolescent Medicine at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Prior to founding Kaushansky Psychology, Dr. Kaushansky worked as a Staff Psychologist with Los Angeles County Mental Health, providing diagnostic assessments, crisis intervention, and individual outpatient therapy to adults with complex psychological presentations, including acute and chronic medical illnesses, addiction, chronic trauma, and personality disorders.

Dr. Kaushansky is a graduate of the Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy program at the New Center for Psychoanalysis in Los Angeles. He additionally holds Diplomate status in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from the Academy of Cognitive Therapy.

Dr. Kaushansky is a licensed Clinical Psychologist by the California State Board of Psychology (PSY-26660), and current member of The American Psychological Association.

Dr. Trey Cole is a top psychologist with over 16 years of experience in providing mental health services in a variety of settings, from the military to inpatient hospitals, hospice care, correctional facilities and beyond. He is skilled in helping clients cope with problems ranging from anxiety and depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and trauma. At Quandary Peak Counseling, Dr. Cole provides quality services to the community of Denver, Colorado, and its surrounding areas.

After spending approximately six years as a mental health provider in the U.S. Army, Dr. Cole earned his master’s and doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Denver. Following licensure, he completed several post-doctoral training programs, accumulating the hours to receive board certification in Clinical Psychology, which is an achievement only approximately 1% of psychologists attain. He also has Diplomate status within the American Academy for Experts in Traumatic Stress. 

In addition to delivering expert psychotherapy services at Quandary Peak Counseling, Dr. Cole has also been a consultant, supervisor, and professor at several universities.

My approach is to meet you where you are, in an authentic and compassionate way.  I remain challenging yet sincere, open and non-judgmental in an effort to cater to your needs while ensuring a high standard of quality care. With a specialty in marriage and family and organizational counseling. I’m like a primary care physician of mental health care. I treat an array of patients, including kids (ages 5-18), adults, couples, families, groups and organizations.  

Together, we will explore the experiences that have molded your personality and the presenting issues that bring you to therapy in the first place, including depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, insecurity, learning disabilities, relationship & family conflict, grief and loss, rejection, perfectionism, feelings of inadequacy, stigma, prejudice, and marginalization within your family, organizations and in society. Our therapeutic rapport will be the instrument for change in your relationships with significant others. The insight you gain from our relationship will sharpen your awareness of your thoughts, feelings & roles you play in relationships with the people you encounter in your every day life.  

Kelley Hershman, B.S., M.A., M.S., LMHC, is a Licensed Psychotherapist, Clinical Director and Co-Founder of The Soho Center for Mental Health and Clinical Learning in New York City.  She received both her B.S. in Applied Psychology, and her M.A. in Counseling Psychology from New York University. She received her M.S. in Counseling, Clinical & School Psychology at The University of California in Santa Barbara.  Her research interests include the study of adult attachment in marriage, family and organizational behavior. She also researches race, interracial marital stress, authority, gender and status as they relate to power and leadership within human systems and cultures. She has been practicing the Group Relations Consultation since 2008.

When scheduling an appointment, you may be seeing Kelley or one of the clinicians on her team.

My approach is to meet you where you are, in an authentic and compassionate way.  I remain challenging yet sincere, open and non-judgmental in an effort to cater to your needs while ensuring a high standard of quality care. With a specialty in marriage and family and organizational counseling. I’m like a primary care physician of mental health care. I treat an array of patients, including kids (ages 5-18), adults, couples, families, groups and organizations.  

Together, we will explore the experiences that have molded your personality and the presenting issues that bring you to therapy in the first place, including depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, insecurity, learning disabilities, relationship & family conflict, grief and loss, rejection, perfectionism, feelings of inadequacy, stigma, prejudice, and marginalization within your family, organizations and in society. Our therapeutic rapport will be the instrument for change in your relationships with significant others. The insight you gain from our relationship will sharpen your awareness of your thoughts, feelings & roles you play in relationships with the people you encounter in your every day life.  

Kelley Hershman, B.S., M.A., M.S., LMHC, is a Licensed Psychotherapist, Clinical Director and Co-Founder of The Soho Center for Mental Health and Clinical Learning in New York City.  She received both her B.S. in Applied Psychology, and her M.A. in Counseling Psychology from New York University. She received her M.S. in Counseling, Clinical & School Psychology at The University of California in Santa Barbara.  Her research interests include the study of adult attachment in marriage, family and organizational behavior. She also researches race, interracial marital stress, authority, gender and status as they relate to power and leadership within human systems and cultures. She has been practicing the Group Relations Consultation since 2008.

When scheduling an appointment, you may be seeing Kelley or one of the clinicians on her team.

I believe that everyone has the capacity for healing and growth. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions without judgment. I specialize in working with individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, ensuring that each client feels valued and understood. In therapy, I focus on building resilience and empowerment, helping you navigate life's challenges while fostering a deeper connection with your true self. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique experiences, offering support as you work towards insight, healing, and a more fulfilling future. When working with me, clients can expect a compassionate, client-centered experience where we work together to address your needs, strengthen your coping skills, and unlock your potential. Through our sessions, you will develop a stronger sense of self, learn to navigate difficulties with greater resilience, and leave with actionable strategies for ongoing well-being.

As a Mental Health Counselor (MHC) born in Saudi Arabia and with roots in India, I offer a multicultural perspective to therapy. My approach blends psychoanalytic therapy to explore subconscious origins of issues with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address present thoughts and behaviors. Clients can expect a secure, empathetic space where we collaboratively navigate, akin to having a guiding compass, to piece together the jigsaw puzzle of their life. Through this process, I aim to empower clients with insights, self-awareness, and practical tools for personal growth and resilience. My goal is to assist clients in understanding themselves deeply, fostering positive change, and equipping them with skills for a fulfilling life beyond our sessions. Together, we'll embark on a journey toward healing and self-discovery, tailored to individual needs and cultural contexts.

I am an empathetic and caring counselor who works to establish a safe, non-judgemental atmosphere for clients to express themselves openly. My practice is based on the ideals of active listening, honesty and collaboration, as I assist clients in articulating and understanding their thoughts and feelings. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Strength based techniques, I help clients identify effective coping techniques for dealing with challenges and additionally facilitate an opportunity for self-understanding and personal growth. My goal is to support people in taking responsibility for their healing process through resilience and self-forgiveness. I respect each client's unique life experience and perspective and adjust my style to their individual needs. In a relatable and organized therapeutic process, I assist clients in discovering purpose, empowered coping skills and sparked belief in their abilities to deal with the challenges of life. I am aiming to build a consistent relationship based on trust and mutual respect, to gain understanding, heal and inspire enduring change!

Clinical Therapist—Oakbrook Terrace & Wheaton office's

Biljana Kasum, LCPC, is a skilled therapist at Suburban Behavioral Health Services, which has locations in Wheaton and Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. Her passion is connecting with people in helping relationships, recognizing that we all struggle with various things at some point in our lives. Her primary focus is the well-being of the people she works with as she continues to expand her multicultural approach to counseling.

Biljana’s background includes working with teens, adults, and mature adults struggling with mental health issues of substance abuse and co-morbid disorders, trauma, morbid obesity, and other mood and personality disorders. She spent several years in an inpatient unit helping women of various races, cultures, and backgrounds, including the homeless population. She provided individual and group counseling, including moral reconation therapy, movement therapy, and music therapy. She also spent several years working with people with eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and obsessive-compulsive disorders, and teens and adults with ADHD.

Biljana acquired her master’s degree in counseling from Walden University, Minneapolis, Minnesota, and received supervision from established LCPCs and clinical psychologists in Illinois. She completed her training residencies in Orlando, Florida, and Atlanta, Georgia.

Biljana bases her approach to therapy on empathy, trust, and a strong therapeutic relationship. She is integrating different theoretical approaches based on the individual needs of her patients, with a special interest in acceptance and commitment therapy and cognitive processing therapy for the treatment of trauma. She is LGBTQ+-affirming.

She is fluent in Serbian, Bosnian, and Croatian. 

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Clinical Therapist—Oakbrook Terrace & Wheaton office's

Biljana Kasum, LCPC, is a skilled therapist at Suburban Behavioral Health Services, which has locations in Wheaton and Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. Her passion is connecting with people in helping relationships, recognizing that we all struggle with various things at some point in our lives. Her primary focus is the well-being of the people she works with as she continues to expand her multicultural approach to counseling.

Biljana’s background includes working with teens, adults, and mature adults struggling with mental health issues of substance abuse and co-morbid disorders, trauma, morbid obesity, and other mood and personality disorders. She spent several years in an inpatient unit helping women of various races, cultures, and backgrounds, including the homeless population. She provided individual and group counseling, including moral reconation therapy, movement therapy, and music therapy. She also spent several years working with people with eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and obsessive-compulsive disorders, and teens and adults with ADHD.

Biljana acquired her master’s degree in counseling from Walden University, Minneapolis, Minnesota, and received supervision from established LCPCs and clinical psychologists in Illinois. She completed her training residencies in Orlando, Florida, and Atlanta, Georgia.

Biljana bases her approach to therapy on empathy, trust, and a strong therapeutic relationship. She is integrating different theoretical approaches based on the individual needs of her patients, with a special interest in acceptance and commitment therapy and cognitive processing therapy for the treatment of trauma. She is LGBTQ+-affirming.

She is fluent in Serbian, Bosnian, and Croatian. 

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Clinical Therapist- Oakbrook Terrace 

Jane Ballis, LCPC, CADC, is a licensed clinical professional counselor at Suburban Behavioral Health Services, which has locations in Wheaton and Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. She appreciates working with people of varied ages and abilities as a therapist. Jane seeks to understand differences in various cultures, races, and religions and strives to be as knowledgeable as possible in treating people with diverse backgrounds.

Jane’s background includes many years of helping children, adolescents, and adults express themselves through various artistic mediums such as painting, drawing, photography, and multimedia. She completed her masters in clinical psychology at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. Jane learned behavioral therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy and trained and worked under a clinical psychologist’s supervision for many years, learning psychodynamic theory, play, and family therapy while specializing in children, adolescents, adults, and families at an APA-approved training site. Jane has practiced in child welfare and substance abuse settings. Jane has worked with at-risk men who were involved in prostitution as well as many issues such as LGBTQ, homelessness, medical, and employment challenges.

Jane has completed her EMDR Level 1 training and obtained specialized training with Ana Gomez, an author and specialist in EMDR and dissociative disorders with children. EMDR is used to treat many issues, from mild to very complex, such as PTSD, trauma, anxiety, phobias, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive and generalized anxiety disorder, and excessive grief. Children and adolescents have alleviated their symptoms using EMDR, including depression caused by disturbing life experiences. Studies have shown that many crime victims, police officers, firefighters, and field workers were no longer disturbed by the aftereffects of violent assaults and/or the stressful nature of their work. Victims of sexual assault, natural and manmade disasters, accidents, surgeries and burn victims, family, marital and sexual dysfunction, and involvement were also assisted. Clients at all stages of chemical dependency, sexual deviation/addiction, and pathological gamblers have also been treated successfully, along with people with dissociative disorders.

Many people with performance anxiety or deficits in school, business, performing arts, and sports have benefited from EMDR as a tool to help enhance performance. People with somatic problems/somatoform disorders, including migraines, chronic pain, phantom limb pain, chronic eczema, gastrointestinal problems, CFS, psychogenic seizures, eating disorders, and negative body image, have attained relief from suffering with the help of EMDR.

Adults and adolescents have been successfully treated for diagnosed depression. Clients with acute trauma and a wide variety of PTSD and trauma-based personality issues experience substantial benefits from EMDR. There are many applications for EMDR, which has been used by many major treatment facilities, such as the armed forces.

Jane also has completed levels one and two of the Gottman Institute in couples therapy. This is a research-based couples therapy that has three phases. For nearly four decades, Dr. Gottman has conducted research on all facets of relationships, including parenting issues. At the Institute, in collaboration with Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman, he developed an approach that not only supports and repairs troubled marriages and committed relationships but strengthens happy ones. One goal of the research is to make the services accessible to the broadest reach of people across race, religion, class, culture, sexual orientation, and ethnicity. For more information, please visit the Gottman Institute. http://www.gottman.com/the-gottman-institute/

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Clinical Therapist- Oakbrook Terrace 

Jane Ballis, LCPC, CADC, is a licensed clinical professional counselor at Suburban Behavioral Health Services, which has locations in Wheaton and Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. She appreciates working with people of varied ages and abilities as a therapist. Jane seeks to understand differences in various cultures, races, and religions and strives to be as knowledgeable as possible in treating people with diverse backgrounds.

Jane’s background includes many years of helping children, adolescents, and adults express themselves through various artistic mediums such as painting, drawing, photography, and multimedia. She completed her masters in clinical psychology at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. Jane learned behavioral therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy and trained and worked under a clinical psychologist’s supervision for many years, learning psychodynamic theory, play, and family therapy while specializing in children, adolescents, adults, and families at an APA-approved training site. Jane has practiced in child welfare and substance abuse settings. Jane has worked with at-risk men who were involved in prostitution as well as many issues such as LGBTQ, homelessness, medical, and employment challenges.

Jane has completed her EMDR Level 1 training and obtained specialized training with Ana Gomez, an author and specialist in EMDR and dissociative disorders with children. EMDR is used to treat many issues, from mild to very complex, such as PTSD, trauma, anxiety, phobias, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive and generalized anxiety disorder, and excessive grief. Children and adolescents have alleviated their symptoms using EMDR, including depression caused by disturbing life experiences. Studies have shown that many crime victims, police officers, firefighters, and field workers were no longer disturbed by the aftereffects of violent assaults and/or the stressful nature of their work. Victims of sexual assault, natural and manmade disasters, accidents, surgeries and burn victims, family, marital and sexual dysfunction, and involvement were also assisted. Clients at all stages of chemical dependency, sexual deviation/addiction, and pathological gamblers have also been treated successfully, along with people with dissociative disorders.

Many people with performance anxiety or deficits in school, business, performing arts, and sports have benefited from EMDR as a tool to help enhance performance. People with somatic problems/somatoform disorders, including migraines, chronic pain, phantom limb pain, chronic eczema, gastrointestinal problems, CFS, psychogenic seizures, eating disorders, and negative body image, have attained relief from suffering with the help of EMDR.

Adults and adolescents have been successfully treated for diagnosed depression. Clients with acute trauma and a wide variety of PTSD and trauma-based personality issues experience substantial benefits from EMDR. There are many applications for EMDR, which has been used by many major treatment facilities, such as the armed forces.

Jane also has completed levels one and two of the Gottman Institute in couples therapy. This is a research-based couples therapy that has three phases. For nearly four decades, Dr. Gottman has conducted research on all facets of relationships, including parenting issues. At the Institute, in collaboration with Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman, he developed an approach that not only supports and repairs troubled marriages and committed relationships but strengthens happy ones. One goal of the research is to make the services accessible to the broadest reach of people across race, religion, class, culture, sexual orientation, and ethnicity. For more information, please visit the Gottman Institute. http://www.gottman.com/the-gottman-institute/

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