Therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and couples — in Chicago, Florida, and via telehealth
Florida Therapists
Online Therapy Available
Dr. Terry Dornak, Psy.D.
Clinical Psychologist | Clinical Director
I earned my Doctorate of Psychology and Master of Arts from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. My therapeutic experience spans both private practice and residential settings, and I am dedicated to ensuring that everyone who engages in online therapy feels comfortable and accepted.
I honor each individual's culture, gender, race, and sexual identity. With a passion for my field, I recognize the uniqueness of every person and employ an integrated approach that includes cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and psychodynamic techniques. Together with my clients, I develop tailored treatment plans that address their personal needs and goals, whether they are children, adolescents, or adults. I offer individual, family, and relationship therapy.
I possess extensive experience and training in addressing mood disorders, personality, anxiety, substance use, and anger. Additionally, I focus on the psychological challenges often linked to chronic pain, such as anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship issues. My expertise also includes post-partum depression and infertility.
I value client feedback; if a particular technique isn’t effective, I encourage open communication so we can explore alternative approaches together. I believe that therapy is truly a collaborative effort.
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Dr. Kristin Amicone, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Finding balance in this unpredictable world can sometimes seem unachievable. Together, we can find a balance that best fits you. My goal for therapy is teaching you the skills needed to find your balance so you can flourish in your daily life. Whatever your journey has been, I will help you implement knowledge and tools to overcome barriers from the past, present, and future. I am here to listen from a neutral perspective with expertise in psychological health and the influence it can have on the rest of our biological system. My clinical skills reflect all ages across the lifespan as I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. With this, I am flexible in aiding in treatment among various cohorts and in a multitude of settings.
Through my training in health service psychology at Kansas City University, I was able to work closely with medical students in training to become knowledgeable in the process of collaborative care. I am willing to work with you and any of your providers to ensure advocacy for your comprehensive wellbeing. You will not feel alone or unheard throughout our treatment together as I will work collaboratively with you to ensure the best care.
The evidence-based treatments I commonly use in practice include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), solution-focused therapy (SFT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and cognitive processing therapy (CPT). I am well versed in neurocognitive deficit interventions, mood disturbances, substance use interventions, and trauma processing. Additionally, I have done extensive research in women’s health issues including PMDD, postpartum depression and anxiety, and other menstrual conditions.
Online therapy provided in Florida and Illinois for adolescents, adults, and older adults.
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Santina Bianco, LCPC
Psychotherapist
Adler University was important to me because of its emphasis on social justice and community engagement. Being a part of the Chicago community has opened my eyes as I am originally from a small town. Being a small fish in a big pond has allowed me opportunities and experiences that I feel has helped me grow as a counselor.
I have gained therapeutic experience working in residential settings such as Chicago Public Schools, juvenile residential centers, and crisis centers. My passion involves working with children, adolescents, and young adults while promoting diversity. I provide individual, group, and family therapy. My experience consists of treating a range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, attention deficient hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), adjustment disorder, and anger.
My approach is integrated combining evidence-based practices including client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and Adlerian therapy. My area of specialty involves the use of play therapy. Play therapy is psychotherapeutic approach primarily used to help individuals freely express their emotions and thoughts through the use of play. Therapeutic play is a way for me to help individuals with academic, behavioral, social, or emotional issues with those who express communication differently. Verbal communication is not for all of us and can be intimidating. I prefer getting to know someone while doing something active or fun.
My passion is to help my clients reach their fullest potential by using their strengths to foster independence. My style of therapy involves meeting my clients where they are currently at. My goal is to provide a unique and authentic counseling experience where one can feel accepted for being yourself. I seek to provide a safe and collaborative space to help develop trust to facilitate growth in the therapeutic relationship. I offer both in-person and online therapy to ensure my clients have convenient options.
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Brittany Bogdajewicz, LCPC
Psychotherapist
We all have unique innate strengths that create our inner awesomeness. However, sometimes we forget or lack the skills to nurture these qualities when we are consumed by the chaos of our day-to-day lives. By recognizing and developing these qualities we will come to recognize and “own our awesome.” Together, we will take the first steps on your journey to maximize your full potential. We‘ll identify and work on areas where you get stuck, to increase your alignment with your values, as we develop practices that create life-changing shifts and lasting results.
I am a licensed professional counselor. I completed my Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from DePaul University in Chicago. Throughout my career, I’ve held positions in outpatient therapy and residential treatment programs. I have worked with diverse populations and ages including adolescents and teens, adults, and individuals with chronic mental health and physical health issues. I use an integrative approach of strengths-based, person-centered, and psychodynamic techniques. I strongly believe in the importance of the therapeutic alliance and that clients should feel safe and supported. Each session we will collaborate on your treatment to help you meet your personal needs and goals.
I am happy to offer online therapy for my clients.
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