Inner Journey Counseling and Wellness

10/28/2025

Seasonal Disorder is a reality. And according to this article, the rates of SAD are about three times as high in women as in men, and women who tend to have more premenstrual mood changes are more likely to develop SAD . If you feel like this might be what you are experiencing, please read this!

09/17/2025

We're growing! Here at Inner Journey, Counseling and Wellness go hand in hand. The body and mind are equally important in your journey to feeling your best. Whether you're looking for ways to eat healthier, feel better physically, or if your working with a health issue or an eating disorder, Sofia can help you start your nutritional health journey! BCBS, UH and AETNA accepted.

08/21/2025

Feeling a little unsettled as summer fades away?**
You’re not alone—and this article from offers smart, psychologist-approved ways to ease the transition. From chasing natural light to finding small ways to play again, here’s how you can head into fall with positivity and purpose.
— Here to walk alongside you through every season

“Summer's lease hath all too short a date,” Shakespeare once wrote. He wasn’t wrong.

08/14/2025

I am posting this because I am excited to share that we are hiring a Registered Dietician on staff starting in September! Working together in a holistic way with mind and body is proven to be key in mental health.

What you eat affects how you feel. Learn how nutrition plays a role in mental health—and how food choices may support mood, focus, and emotional well-being.

07/31/2025

Wellness is not just about the mind. It's about the body as well. That's why at Inner Journey we are hiring a Registered Dietician next month. A wholistic approach to feeling better is the key to long term wellness. Client's often find that combining a dietician's help in addition to mental health therapy leads to an overall feeling of total wellness. And insurance also covers dietetics! Check back in a few weeks to book sessions with our dietician and start on your journey to both mind AND body wellness!

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07/21/2025

https://www.princeton.edu/news/2025/07/09/major-autism-study-uncovers-biologically-distinct-subtypes-paving-way-precision?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwLrF1VleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHmDtDcRf91o6TFORJ0gZeryqMFJhNqBtf9Fzv2Yl2JhzpueGYqTGTUZz0Ma-_aem_qdwHlt9BrGnCRM8gnlELHw

The research is a transformative step toward understanding the condition's genetic underpinnings and potential for personalized care.

06/06/2025

Inner Journey Counseling and Wellness is looking for a mental health therapist to join our small team with lots of support and collaboration!. Must be an LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, PsyD or any other fully licensed clinician. Must be willing to build caseload up to at least 15 clients per week. Hourly rate is $60-$75 per hour. Any sessions conducted over 15 per week will be paid at an increased hourly rate. Experience with ED or children is a plus! This is a hybrid position with the opportunity to work both in person and via telehealth. Located in Downtown Downers Grove with plenty of free parking for your clients! Please respond with resume in IM or at

Welcome to Inner Journey Counseling and Wellness. I’m so glad you’re here because it means you are on your way to getting help with your mental health and that you are ready to begin the journey to healing. No matter what challenges you may be facing, you really can feel better. We are here to h...

05/21/2025

https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/inner-child-healing

Take care of that Inner Child! It's a real thing!!

Childhood experiences creeping into your adult life? Your inner child might be trying to say something. We’ve got tips to help you listen and start healing.

05/12/2025

04/15/2025

Childhood trauma: What we may not realize for our children.

Children whose families and homes do not provide consistent safety, comfort, and protection may develop ways of coping that allow them to survive and function day to day.

04/02/2025

Do you have healthy boundaries in your relationships?

Boundaries in relationships build trust, respect, and safety. Learn more from Lyra about the different types of boundaries and why setting them matters.

03/29/2025

A great article from United Healthcare on finding LGBTQ+
affirming therapists!

Use these tips and resources to help you find an LGBTQIA+-supportive therapist who can help you work through challenges you may be facing.