Well Mind Therapy Services

08/19/2025

When You Find a Hope by Allie Millington:

Experience the improbable beauty of a shattered hope born anew in this magical tale about a young girl, a tree full of hopes, and the power of perseverance.

In this tale of unexplained wonder, there is a tree that grows hope from its branches. A curious girl visits the tree and plucks the largest, brightest hope she can find. Her hope can float, so she tethers it to her side and takes it with her everywhere. When the unimaginable happens and her hope is crushed, the girl pieces her hope back together and drags it along behind her until even the pieces are lost—or are they? Looking back, she finds that small trees have begun to sprout in her wake, the beautiful offerings of her now firmly rooted, thriving hope.

This moving story celebrates the importance of holding onto hope and the improbable beauty of a lost hope born anew.

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08/19/2025

Have you been thinking about starting EMDR therapy but aren't sure what to expect? Take a look at EMDRIA's article about what to experience during your sessions!

If you'd like to schedule a session to begin EMDR treatment, contact us today!

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What is EMDR therapy like? Find out ➡️https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/experiencing-emdr-therapy/

08/13/2025

With summer vacation coming to an end (it's tough, we know!), now is a great time to get the school year and upcoming colder seasons started in the right direction!

Our Practice has incredibly talented clinicians ready to provide you with quality mental health treatment.

Our clinicians treat children as young as 3 through geriatric age, and see couples and families as well. We help clients suffering from many issues including: anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, self-esteem, eating disorders, PTSD and severe trauma, LGBT+/gender identity issues, and both men's and women's issues.

Our clinicians utilize and are trained in a variety of modalities including: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the Gottman Method, and Play/Art Therapy.

We also have bilingual clinicians that speak Spanish (Carina Gallegos), and Ukrainian and Russian (Irina Sheppard).

Contact us today!

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Well Mind Therapy Services is a private practice mental health facility located in Joliet, IL. Our clinicians treat children, adolescents, teenagers adults, couples & families. Our clinicians provide services for a multitude of disorders including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, & trauma.

08/11/2025

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08/06/2025

08/06/2025

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07/28/2025

Do you need help managing life's constant stressors? Contact us today!

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07/26/2025

We have two exciting announcements to make at the Practice! Clinician Jordan Ramirez, MSW, LSW will be joining our team and she is trained in EMDR therapy!

Jordan is a licensed social worker who is passionate about supporting clients dealing with high anxiety and trauma, as well as mood disorders, autism, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. She utilizes a variety of modalities to support her clients managing distress, improving self-esteem, and navigating life’s transitions, including: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and the Gottman Method.

Jordan also specializes in providing therapy for the LGBTQ+ community, helping to support those who are navigating identity exploration, family challenges, discrimination, anxiety, or past trauma.

Jordan is opening up her schedule for new clients on August 11th, and has limited availability. She sees teenagers and adults and accepts BCBS PPO, Cigna, Aetna and United Healthcare insurance. Contact us today to be placed on her waitlist!

About EMDR Therapy:

EMDR encourages clients to focus briefly on the trauma memory while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation (typically eye movements). EMDR therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and PTSD symptoms.

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07/15/2025

About A Spark in the Dark by Pam Fong:

A powerful picture book about the ocean of feelings inside all of us.

Whether you are mad, sad, scared, or lost in the dark, there’s always hope—a spark of light to lead you back home. A Spark in the Dark is a book to read aloud, a book to share, and a book to return to whenever you need it.

There is light, and there is dark. But sometimes the dark creeps up and surrounds you. Still, even in those deep, dark moments, you can always find a spark of light, if you look. Because while you need light to find your way through the dark, you also need dark to see the light.

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07/11/2025

Brittany Ruebenson is the Director of Operations and Client Intake Coordinator at Well Mind Therapy Services. She handles the initial communications with clients from services provided, treatment approaches, scheduling, insurance checks, and billing questions.

Prior to joining Well Mind Therapy Services, Brittany was a litigation attorney with a focus in personal injury and insurance defense. She is a member of the Chicago Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association. To help further the Practice’s ability to advocate for clients, Brittany attends Family Law seminars each month on topics such as trial advocacy as it relates specifically to Family Law, children advocacy, DCFS matters, domestic violence, abuse, and recently passed legislation that could impact handling of clients’ treatment.

Brittany also assists the Practice and its Clinicians with minor clients that are involved in active court cases. This helps ensure that the children in our care have the support and appropriate advocacy necessary while working through their trauma.

Brittany is also an avid reader, typically found perusing the stacks at Barnes and Noble with any free time she has. If you’re looking for some good book recommendations, feel free to email her!

*Please note that Brittany does not provide legal advice

Contact Brittany today to get scheduled with one of our amazing clinicians!

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07/09/2025

Congratulations Carina, MA, LPC, CCTP, for attaining your Certified Clinical Trauma Certification!

In an effort to continue providing the best care possible for her clients, Carina is now a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. In order to attain this title, a clinician must have significant additional continuing education hours dedicated solely to trauma work.

Once enrolling in an intensive training course led by trauma experts, Carina delved into the history and evolution of traumatic stress, the best way to assess and diagnose those with traumatic stress disorders, and how to use evidence-based trauma treatments and interventions.

Carina currently has two afternoon/evening appointments available: Tuesdays at 3pm and Thursdays at 6pm.

She also has two bi-weekly spots available: Tuesdays at 4pm and Mondays at 1pm.

If you'd like to schedule an appointment with Carina, please text 815.200.9545 or email info@wellmindtherapyservices.com

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07/07/2025

We are excited to announce that Erik Christensen, MSW, LCSW has joined our team of clinicians at Well Mind Therapy Services!

Erik works with individuals, families and groups, and provides both counseling and coaching services. He has expertise in addiction and substance use, ADHD, behavioral issues, mood disorders, depression and anxiety, life transitions, marital conflict, and men’s issues.

He utilizes a multitude of treatment approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused and Strength-Based.

Erik has limited availability on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, as well as Saturday mornings.

Text 815.200.9545 or email info@wellmindtherapyservices.com to schedule an appointment!

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