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Our Providers

Values Driven, Hearts that Care, and High Level Excellence

Katie Kroening, LCSW, CADC

Owner | CEO | Psychotherapist

Hello, I’m Katie, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I offer a master’s degree in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago and a bachelor’s degree in Social Work and Psychology from NEIU.

815-707-4806 ext. 21

Domenica Doro, MS, LCPC, RPT™

Clinical Director | Psychotherapist

Hello! My name is Domenica, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist™. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience and a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

815-707-4806 ext. 27

Kelly Allen, LCSW

Psychotherapist

Hello, I’m Kelly, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I hold a master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Denver with a concentration in mental health and trauma. I have always desired to help others feel heard, seen, and loved.

815-707-4806 ext. 22

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Kaitlin Armon, LCPC

Psychotherapist

Hello, I'm Kaitlin, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), with a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, IL with many years of clinical experience in the field of counseling.

815-707-4806 ext. 24

Kristy Searles, LCSW

Psychotherapist

Hello! My name is Kristy and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I hold a bachelor of Social work degree from Trinity Christian College, and a Master’s degree in Social work from Aurora University.

815-707-4806 ext. 29

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Amy Whitenack, LPC

Psychotherapist | Marriage-Couples Therapist

Hello! I am Amy, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate from Capella University.

815-707-4806 ext. 28

Sue Proebsting, LCPC

Psychotherapist | EMDR Specialty

Hello, I'm Sue Proebsting, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I began my educational career with a BA in Education from Cardinal Stritch University and a master’s in education from National Louis University.

815-707-4806 ext. 23

Jannette Simmons, MA; ALMFT

Marriage and Family Therapist - Bilingual

Hello, I am Jannette, an Associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a master’s degree from Wheaton College and an undergraduate degree from UCATECI in the Dominican Republic. I speak English & Spanish.

815-707-4806 ext. 30

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Jasmine Gonzalez, LCSW

Psychotherapist - Bilingual

Hello! I’m Jasmine and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern California with a concentration in children, youth, and families. I speak English & Spanish.

815-707-4806 ext. 31

Ashley Tucker, LCPC

Psychotherapist

Hello! My name is Ashley, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor eager to help children, families, and adults thrive in their everyday lives.

815-707-4806 ext. 26

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Sebastian Morales, LCSW

Psychotherapist - Bilingual

Hello! I am Sebastian Morales, a bilingual (Spanish-speaking) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience supporting individuals, youth, and families in McHenry County.

815-707-4806 ext. 35

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TeKeesha Fisher, LPC

Psychotherapist

Hello! Thanks for visiting my profile. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a graduate of Liberty University with a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling.

815-707-4806 ext. 33

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Jonathan Barbosa, LPC

Psychotherapist | LPC

Hello, my name is Jonathan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a graduate of the Masters Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Moody Theological Seminary; I hold a bachelor’s degree in Pre-Counseling and Human Services from Moody Bible Institute.

815-707-4806 ext. 34

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Natalie Castaneda, MA MFT

Psychotherapist | MA Pre-licensed | Bilingual

Hello! My name is Natalie, It's nice to meet you. I am a Wheaton College graduate with an MA and a concentration in marriage and family therapy. I offer bilingual therapy (Spanish and French).

815-707-4806 ext. 32

Mikayla Bavaro, LSW

Psychotherapist

Hello, I am Mikayla. I offer a master’s degree in social work from Aurora University and a bachelor’s in social work from Calvin College. I am a Licensed Social Worker and have a heart to care for those who have lost their way.

815-707-4806 ext. 25

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Daniela Negrete, MS

Psychotherapist | MS Pre-licensed

Hello, my name is Daniela, and I am a pre-licensed counselor. I earned my master's degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northern Illinois University, where I also completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology.

815-707-4806 ext. 36

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Michelle DeLaRosa, LCPC

Psychotherapist

Hi! My name is Michelle and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with nearly thirty years of experience working with adults, couples, children and families.

815-707-4806 ext. 37

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Paige Bandel, MSW

Psychotherapist

I am a Licensed Social Worker who specializes in working with teens and young adults navigating life’s challenges and transitions.

815-707-4806 ext. 38

Gia Anders

Intake Coordinator | Admin

To schedule an appointment, please complete and submit Intake information on our contact page. For additional help with intake, please contact Gia. Phone: (815) 707-4806. Email: Gia@centerforcourage.com

815-707-4806 ext. 01

Jenny Hansen

Office Manager | Billing and Insurance

Meet Jenny: Jenny is friendly, gifted in attention to detail and is your benefits, and intake point-of-contact. Jenny takes care of all things administrative.

815-707-4806 ext. 02

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