Ellie Mental Health - Burr Ridge, IL

09/03/2025

09/02/2025

This month, we're joining the call to break the silence, fight stigma, and support those impacted by su***de.

Su***de is complex and often misunderstood. Awareness and connection save lives.

Throughout September, we'll be sharing resources, facts, and reminders that you are not alone, and that it's okay to ask for help.

💛 Whether you're struggling, supporting a loved one, or simply want to be part of the change-there's a place for you in this conversation. Reach out to us today: 📲:630-491-6846 or 🔗https://elliementalhealth.com/locations/burr-ridge-il/

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08/14/2025

We are so proud of our Ellie Mental Health - Burr Ridge, IL Clinic Director fo being slected to the The Modern Domestic Woman Advisory Board! This board is going to make a real difference! 👏👏

08/11/2025

Struggling to set boundaries without feeling like the bad guy?

This podcast episode is for anyone who's ever struggled to say no, felt drained by unclear expectations, or wondered how to protect their peace without burning bridges.

Therapists Miranda Barker, LICSW, Letisha Harris, MA and Madison Wozniak, LCSW have an honest, practical conversation inspired by the book "Set Boundaries, Find Peace" by Nedra Glover Tawwab.

We explore:
🔹 What healthy boundaries actually look like in real life
🔹 How trauma and guilt can make boundary-setting harder
🔹 The difference between time, material, emotional, and internal boundaries
🔹 How we've grown (and stumbled) through boundary work ourselves

Whether you’re a therapist, a client, or just someone navigating the messiness of relationships, this episode offers tools and takeaways you can use right away. Here's the link to the episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/07cgH1wdmbfORDCfHiT0Bp?si=73TM0KZzQlSqSCGyreN-lg

Let us know what you think of this episode in the comments! ⬇

08/11/2025

🎨 That’s a wrap on the Burr Ridge Art Fair at the Burr Ridge Village Center ! 🖌️

We had an amazing weekend connecting with our community, painting coping stones, and sharing resources to support mental health. 💚 Every conversation, every smile, and every stone painted was a step toward increasing awareness and access to care.

Thank you to the Mental Health - Burr Ridge, IL team that made our booth spectacular and all of the wonderful attendee's who stopped by our booth—we’re grateful for your openness, creativity, and support! 💬✨

08/08/2025

Big emotions in little bodies can feel overwhelming-- for them and for us. Here’s how to respond without losing your cool. 💥➡️💞

08/07/2025

Ellie Mental Health - Burr Ridge, IL is excited to be at the Burr Ridge Art Fair this weekend — August 9th & 10th from 10am to 5pm at the Village Center! Burr Ridge Village Center Village of Burr Ridge

✨ Stop by our booth for:
🎭 Mirror Mirror – a creative self-reflection activity
🎨 Community Rock Painting Project – add your art to a growing display
🧠 Mental health resources and friendly conversations with our local team
💚 Family-friendly, interactive fun for all ages!

With 80 artists, live music, delicious snacks, and a Kids Art Zone — it’s the perfect summer weekend. Come say hello and get creative with Ellie Mental Health!

08/06/2025

Last night, Ellie Mental Health – Burr Ridge had an amazing time at the National Night Out event in Willowbrook, IL! 💚

It was a privilege to connect with so many community members and show our support for the incredible first responders who keep us safe.

We’re grateful for the warm welcome and excited about the meaningful connections we made. We’re looking forward to growing these relationships and continuing to build strong, supportive partnerships in our community.

08/05/2025

Back-to-school season is here and for many families, so is back-to-school anxiety.

Whether it’s the fear of new routines, separation from parents, or social pressure, the transition can bring up gigantic feelings for kids of all ages.

In this blog, therapist Miranda Barker, LICSW shares:
✅ Common signs of back-to-school anxiety in kids and teens
✅ Practical tools and coping strategies to try at home and in the classroom
✅ Book recommendations to support emotional wellness
✅ Simple morning and evening routines to ease transitions
✅ When it might be time to seek additional support

Let’s normalize school jitters and empower our kids with the tools they need to thrive (not just survive) the school year. 🍎🎒

📖 Read the full blog here:
https://elliementalhealth.com/calming-first-day-fears-a-parents-guide-to-back-to-school-anxiety/

Help kids conquer back-to-school anxiety with practical tips, calming routines, and coping strategies for a smooth transition.

08/04/2025

🎉 Join Us at National Night Out! 🎉

Ellie Mental Health - Burr Ridge is excited to be part of National Night Out!

This is a great opportunity to connect with local families, first responders, and community partners as we come together to promote safety, wellness, and strong neighborhoods. Our team will be there sharing mental health resources, answering questions, and spreading the word about how Ellie is making care more accessible and stigma-free.

Stop by our table—we’d love to meet you! 💚

07/30/2025

Today, on , we hold space for the losses that changed us— the ones we speak of often and the ones we carry quietly.

Whether your grief is fresh or decades old, visible or invisible, your pain is real. We're thinking of you today.

Here are some tips and book recommendations from one of our therapists for helping kids navigate grief and loss.