Business Details
6 Years
experience
Trauma-Informed Mental Health Therapy in Illinois
Calm Mind Counseling Center was founded in 2020 with a mission to provide innovative, trauma-informed mental health care. Our practice is built on the principle that every client deserves a safe, welcoming space to address trauma, anxiety, depression, and other behavioral health challenges. We specialize in evidence-based therapies like EMDR, CBT, and psychodynamic approaches, tailored to individual needs. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of combined experience in trauma treatment, with certifications including EMDRIA approval, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and specialized training in ego state therapy.We prioritize client autonomy, emphasizing that trauma does not define individuals but rather shapes their journey toward healing. Our collaborative approach ensures clients actively participate in their recovery, fostering resilience and long-term emotional well-being. With locations in Westchester, Willowbrook, and Forest Park, Illinois, we serve Chicagoland communities through in-person and virtual sessions.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Ego State Therapy
Couples Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Counseling
PTSD Support
Family Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- Trauma-informed care prioritizing psychological safety
- Specialized EMDR therapy for treatment-resistant trauma
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- Team of certified trauma professionals and EMDR clinicians
- Compassionate approach integrating mind-body healing
Associations and certifications
- EMDRIA
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
- EMDR Institute
What people say
Safe environment
Compassionate therapists
Effective strategies
Comfortable setting
Excellent listener
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy addresses trauma by reprocessing distressing memories through bilateral stimulation. This evidence-based approach helps clients reduce PTSD symptoms, anxiety, and depression. Our certified clinicians guide clients through eight phases of treatment, targeting past traumas and negative self-beliefs to foster emotional healing and resilience.
Trauma-Informed Counseling
Trauma-informed therapy creates safe spaces for clients to explore past experiences impacting current behavior. Our clinicians recognize trauma's pervasive effects, using specialized techniques to build trust and empower clients. This approach integrates mind-body connections to address complex trauma and promote sustainable recovery from psychological distress.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
CBT helps clients identify and modify negative thought patterns affecting mental health. Our therapists teach practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders. This structured approach focuses on present challenges, equipping clients with tools to improve emotional regulation and develop healthier coping mechanisms through collaborative treatment planning.
Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychodynamic therapy explores unconscious patterns shaping current behavior through in-depth self-reflection. Our clinicians help clients understand how past experiences influence present difficulties, fostering greater self-awareness. This long-term approach addresses deep-seated emotional conflicts, improving relationships and promoting personal growth through enhanced understanding of internal motivations.
Ego State Therapy
Ego state therapy addresses fragmented aspects of personality developed during trauma. Our therapists help clients integrate conflicting 'parts' to achieve internal cohesion. This approach treats complex trauma by resolving internal conflicts between protective and wounded ego states, promoting emotional stability and improving self-relationship through structured integration techniques.
People
Suzanne Muirheid
Founder
Suzanne Muirheid founded Calm Mind Counseling Center in 2020 after developing expertise in trauma treatment. As an EMDRIA-approved consultant and certified clinical trauma professional, she trains future EMDR therapists while maintaining a clinical practice. Her leadership focuses on creating safe therapeutic environments for trauma recovery.
Abigail Slager
Therapist
Abigail Slager specializes in trauma recovery using EMDR and Internal Family Systems therapy. A licensed clinical social worker with perinatal mental health certification, she helps clients process trauma and build self-regulation skills. Her strengths-based approach emphasizes nervous system healing and personalized treatment planning.
Jessica Slager
Therapist
Jessica Slager provides trauma-informed care with expertise in feminist and attachment-based therapies. As a certified clinical trauma professional, she integrates mindfulness and somatic practices to help clients with complex trauma and identity exploration. Her collaborative approach emphasizes client autonomy and cultural sensitivity.
Jeana Frazier
Therapist
Jeana Frazier offers trauma-informed and grief counseling with a person-centered approach. Certified in trauma and grief specialties, she helps clients process complex trauma and life transitions. Her practice combines strength-based perspectives with ego state therapy to address identity-related challenges and promote holistic healing.
Dominique Murrell
Therapist
Dominique Murrell provides trauma-focused therapy using CBT and person-centered techniques. With experience treating anxiety, depression, and cognitive disabilities, she creates individualized treatment plans emphasizing client goals. Her approach fosters safe exploration of mental health challenges through collaborative therapeutic relationships.
Questions
What happens during the first therapy session?
The first session involves discussing presenting concerns and relevant personal history. Clients complete intake paperwork 24 hours prior and bring insurance/ID. Sessions typically last 50 minutes with initial weekly appointments recommended for effective treatment progression.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept various health insurance plans. Contact our counseling centers directly for specific details about accepted plans and coordinate care with other healthcare providers as needed.
How long does therapy typically last?
Therapy duration varies by individual needs. Short-term treatment may address single issues in several months, while complex trauma cases often require longer-term care. Our therapists tailor treatment timelines to client progress and goals.
How do I choose the right therapist?
We help match clients with therapists based on specialty areas and client needs. Our team includes experts in trauma, EMDR, perinatal mental health, and identity exploration to ensure personalized care alignment.
What conditions do you treat?
We specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and relational issues. Our clinicians also treat perinatal mood disorders, grief, identity exploration, and LGBTQ+ affirming care across individual and couples therapy contexts.
