Lexxy Trujillo, MA, LPC
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Treating Individuals 16yo - Adults
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Specializing in ADHD, Trauma, Grief and Life transitions, LGBTQ+ community
Teens and adults, who are seeking to step into their healing journey and regain a sense of control will find a strong connection with Lexxy as she walks alongside you. She aspires to collaboratively explore and process trauma, stressors, boundaries, identity, daily struggles, transitions, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Lexxy intends for her clients to strengthen trust in themselves and confidence in navigating their own concerns. Addressing the origins of pain and navigating the process of healing is a core element to Lexxy’s work with her clients. She utilizes eclectic approaches tailored to each client’s needs to provide affirming and empathetic support. With this in mind, she finds herself grounded in utilizing insight-oriented and humanistic approaches such as: IFS, Narrative Therapy, & teachings from Gestalt. For relieving symptoms, Lexxy works with clients to build and strengthen skills, by pulling from interventions and action-oriented approaches, such as: CBT, DBT, & ACT. Empathy, encouragement, and positive affirmation are Lexxy’s personal pillars when holding space with clients. It is her hope that each client feels seen and heard, in all of their uniqueness and individuality. As the variance of human experience is so vast, she cherishes and values all of her clients in their beauty, unique differences and origins. Lexxy’s services are culturally sensitive and LGBTQIA+ affirming. Phone: 708-202-9410
Brenna Smith, MA
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Treating Children, Teens, Adults & Couples
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Gottman (Couples Counseling) Level 1
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C-DBT
Brenna (she/her) is a compassionate, trauma-informed pre-licensed therapist committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and build greater resilience, authenticity, and self-compassion. With a warm, person-centered approach, she fosters a safe, supportive environment where clients feel truly seen, heard, and empowered to grow. Comfortable serving individuals of all ages, Brenna specializes in supporting adolescents, young adults, and adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, grief, depression, PTSD, addiction recovery, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. Brenna has a special passion for working with athletes, trauma survivors, and neurodivergent individuals. She guides each client in reconnecting with their inner strength, reclaiming their story, and moving toward meaningful change. Clinically, Brenna draws from Psychodynamic Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, thoughtfully tailoring each approach to fit her clients’ unique needs and goals. Brenna is in the process of obtaining her Professional Counseling License after graduating from the master’s program at DePaul University in Spring 2025. Outside the therapy room, Brenna draws from her lived experience as a former collegiate athlete at Purdue University and DePaul University. She enjoys spending quality time with her family, painting, exploring Chicago, and teaching her dog new tricks. Phone: 630-318-0116
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Angel Diaz, LCPC
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Treating children, Teens, Adults & Families
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Specializing in ADHD, Trauma, Families, LGBTQ+ community
Making meaningful change isn’t easy. It’s natural to feel stuck in old patterns or overwhelmed by life’s challenges but healing is possible. You don’t have to face it alone. As a therapist, I provide a safe, supportive space where you can feel seen and understood. My mission is to walk alongside you as you uncover strengths and to help you move toward the meaningful transformation you’re seeking. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns, which include: trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger, family conflict, life transitions and stressors. I have a special interest in supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community. As a University of Chicago graduate, I use evidence-based interventions including CBT, ACT, MI and DBT, I help clients develop practical tools for coping with anxiety, easing depression, and creating sustainable change. With training in trauma-informed care, I bring awareness to how past experiences shape the present, while supporting you in building resilience and moving forward. I believe lasting growth happens when we treat each person as a whole, acknowledging every part of their story and experience. Because there’s no “one-size-fits-all” path to healing, I adapt my approach to your unique needs and personal style. Therapy with me is a collaborative process. We’ll move at your pace, addressing challenges while celebrating progress along the way. Phone: (630)286-9408
Emily Steffen, LSW
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Treating Adults
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Specializing in Perinatal Mental Health
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EMDR- trauma treatment
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Parent Coaching
Emily takes a warm, supportive, and direct approach to therapy. She believes meaningful change begins with a genuine connection, where clients feel safe, understood, and supported as they move toward desired growth. Emily creates an environment where clients feel comfortable showing up as they are while exploring life’s challenges. Emily specializes in supporting parents at all stages of the parenting journey. She works with individuals navigating pregnancy, fertility challenges, postpartum anxiety and depression, identity shifts, and the ongoing mental load of caregiving. Emily is currently completing training for her Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C). She believes therapy should be tailored to each individual and collaborates with clients to develop an approach that best fits their goals and needs. Using evidence-based approaches including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Internal Family Systems work, Emily helps clients build resilience, manage stress, and reconnect with what matters most. Before becoming a therapist, Emily spent over 10 years teaching high school and coaching competitive sports. This experiences gives her a strong understanding of the pressures students face in academics and athletics, as well as the challenges parents experience when supporting their children through these demands. Emily often helps parents develop practical strategies and routines to help their children managing anxiety ADHD, school-related stress, transitions, and emotional challenges. Phone: (708)505-5615
Felicity Dineen, LCPC
Director- La Grange
630-390-5503
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Treats adults
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Specializes in OCD, Perinatal care
Felicity compassionately works with men and women suffering with a range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, OCD, women's issues and life stressors. Felicity’s warm and compassionate approach to therapy helps create a safe space for client’s to explore life’s stressors and move forward in their journey of self-improvement and growth. Felicity takes the time to build a trusting and open relationship in order to fully help you reach your desired outcome, either for yourself or your relationship. Together, you will overcome challenges both present and in the past to help bring out the strengths within yourself that are already in existence. Felicity has experience working with teens and adults struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, parenting, and perinatal issues. Felicity uses a person-centered approach to therapy as she believes each person is unique in their needs and as individuals. With the use of evidence-based therapy approaches including, CBT, ERP, and DBT, Felicity believes every person has the opportunity to heal and find balance.
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Cari Misavage
Patient Care Coordinator
630-335-4307
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Scheduling and Billing
Cari brings joy, spunk, and billing expertise to the New Day team. She supports clients with scheduling and billing needs and is dedicated to helping individuals navigate challenging times. With a nurturing heart and the spirit of a fierce advocate, Cari ensures everyone feels protected and cared for. Outside of work, Cari is a proud mother of two sons and has a loving husband. She is an LGBTQ+ advocate and believes in loving and supporting others throughout every part of their life journey. Born in Puerto Rico, Cari speaks Spanish beautifully and embraces her culture with pride. One day, she dreams of traveling across the U.S. with her husband and an RV full of rescue dogs.
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New Day Counseling is leading private practice in Chicagoland's western suburbs. Our practice works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and to attain the personal growth they are seeking. We work with children, teens, emerging adults, adults, couples, and families who are experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns. New Day Counseling is committed to supporting our therapists so they can continue to grow in their clinical work. Our therapists received regular support and training through supervision and ongoing education that empowers them to provide the best quality of care. Let us manage all the back office work so you can do the work you love. New Day Counseling is currently looking to hire the following positions: -Therapists -Neuropsychologist -Dietitian -Occupational therapist Send your resume to: info@newdaycounselingil.com