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.
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.
I have been working in the court system since 1993. I earned my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 1999 and was licensed as a psychologist in 2000. Regular training with the American Academy of Forensic Psychology helps keep my skills up to date. Evaluations I complete for the court include Child Custody and Psychological, Specific Forensic Psychological, Fitness to Stand Trial, and Criminal Responsibility. FOID reinstatement evaluations as well as those for DCFS are also completed by me. I complete evaluations in several county courts including Boone, DeKalb, Kane, Kendall, Lee, Ogle, Whiteside, and Winnebago. Pre-employment, fitness for duty, and promotional examinations are also completed for local police and fire departments. Fitness for duty evaluations are also completed for local companies. Braden Counseling Center opened in 2002 and has been providing services to individuals with different challenges with evidence-based treatments since that time.
Dr Anna Wegierek has over 20 years of experience in the field of psychology. Her educational accomplishments include three master's degrees and a doctorate in clinical psychology, as well as a postdoctoral certificate in neuropsychology. She is the 13th licensed prescribing psychologist in the State of Illinois.
In 1994, Dr. Wegierek opened the Wegierek Psychology Center, Inc. and has worked there ever since. Dr. Wegierek is the 223rd forensic examiner in the United States. She assesses psychological and neuropsychological functioning, including how individuals pay attention, think, remember, make decisions, and learn.
As a licensed prescribing psychologist, Dr. Wegierek is able to give expert advice on the benefits and risks of taking psychotropic medications. Please click on these links to download articles from her website and from her YouTube channel.
“I’ve been working with Dr. Kori regularly for a few years now and she has made an incredible difference in my life. Her approach is relaxed, and honest, insightful, and genuinely supportive. I always feel heard, understood, and encouraged—never judged.
She has a unique ability to gently guide me toward clarity, even in moments when I feel stuck or overwhelmed. She has led me to greater self-acceptance and self-care. Her perspective has helped me grow emotionally and mentally in ways I didn’t expect, and our sessions are something I truly look forward to.
If you’re looking for a therapist who combines deep empathy with real, actionable support, I can’t recommend Dr. Kori highly enough. She has helped me navigate some challenging times, cheered me on during periods of growth and I feel stronger and more grounded because of our work together.”
Dr. Kori Skidmore, PhD
Psychologist
720 Lake St
201
Oak Park, IL 60301
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Dr. Anna-Maria Wegierek-Skorupa, PsyD
Psychologist 22.6 mi
Dr Anna Wegierek has over 20 years of experience in the field of psychology. Her educational accomplishments include three master's degrees and a doctorate in clinical psychology, as well as a postdoctoral certificate in neuropsychology. She is the 13th licensed prescribing psychologist in the State of Illinois.
In 1994, Dr. Wegierek opened the Wegierek Psychology Center, Inc. and has worked there ever since. Dr. Wegierek is the 223rd forensic examiner in the United States. She assesses psychological and neuropsychological functioning, including how individuals pay attention, think, remember, make decisions, and learn.
As a licensed prescribing psychologist, Dr. Wegierek is able to give expert advice on the benefits and risks of taking psychotropic medications. Please click on these links to download articles from her website and from her YouTube channel.
Dr. Patrycja Nykiel is a compassionate therapist who has extensive knowledge of mental illnesses and symptom management through the usage of different therapeutic modalities obtained by working in therapeutic schools, residential treatment center and private practice. Her greatest professional passion is to provide psychotherapy to those that want to change. Dr. Nykiel believes in innate positive nature of human beings and as a therapist, she considers herself a catalyst that is much needed to inspire health change. She applies the motto of “I believe in the inherent beauty and strength of all human beings, and I will not assume that I know what's best for them. Instead, I will model defensiveness, strength, security and inner peace that will reverberate to those in need." – Anonymous, in her professional as well as her every day life.
“Dr. Patrycja is wonderful! She radiates a natural warmth and empathy, listening attentively and then putting the pieces together in ways I hadn't considered. She habitually validates my thoughts and feelings, which feels all the more sincere since she isn't afraid to tell hard truths. But she does so with a gentle touch, so I feel more empowered to face them. I'm grateful for her invaluable support in my healing, helping make me the better person I am now. She's the best therapist I've ever had.”
Jason is a licensed clinical professional counselor with over 15 years of experience working with adolescents and adults. He received his Masters Degree in counseling from National Louis University in 2010. Jason has worked as a senior clinician at Alexian Brothers and Streamwood Behavioral Health Care Centers and started working with EYT Counseling and Wellness Center in 2019. Jason work with children, teenager and adults and specializes in anxiety and depression in middle school and teenage children. He also specialized in issues surrounding grief, divorce, and life changes.
Beyond counseling, Jason is a certified personal trainer and enjoys supporting clients with wellness and fitness goals. Jason loves counseling others while exercising, walking ouside, or playing ping pong in EYT's rec room.
Denise Styer, LCPC, is a virtual therapist with Relief Mental Health in Illinois, bringing over 25 years of experience to her work with individuals navigating life transitions, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-harm, and emotion regulation challenges.
Denise creates a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can reflect, grow, and build personalized plans tailored to their goals. She focuses on helping individuals understand their patterns, recognize emotions, and explore new ways of thinking and behaving. Her approach includes practical education, compassionate guidance, and empowering patients to take meaningful steps toward change.
In addition to therapy, Denise helps patients access other mental health resources when needed, including medication management, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and psychedelic therapy (SPRAVATO® or IV ketamine). Her goal is to ensure that each person receives comprehensive care that fits their unique needs.
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.
