Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Provider in Elmhurst
Couch Clarity is a private mental health practice dedicated to empowering clients through empathetic, client-centered therapy. Founded by Dr. Melissa Bercier, our team of licensed therapists specializes in individual, couples, family, and group therapy, including innovative walk-and-talk sessions along the Illinois Prairie Path. With expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, we prioritize personalized care, offering flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and teletherapy.Our evidence-based approaches integrate cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and somatic techniques, supported by a commitment to destigmatizing mental health care. We accept BCBS PPO plans, out-of-network insurance, and self-pay options, ensuring accessible care for diverse client needs.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Walk-and-Talk Therapy
LGBTQ+ Teen Art Therapy
Polyvagal Yoga
Kids Yoga
Teletherapy
Trauma Recovery
Highlights and features
- We offer flexible therapy formats including walk-and-talk sessions on the Prairie Path.
- Our team includes specialists in trauma, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ affirming care.
- We accept BCBS PPO insurance and offer sliding-scale self-pay options.
- Therapists provide evening and weekend appointments for client convenience.
- Founder Dr. Bercier brings 29 years of clinical experience and compassion fatigue expertise.
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored one-on-one therapy sessions address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our licensed therapists use evidence-based approaches like CBT and mindfulness to help clients develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth. Sessions occur weekly or biweekly based on client needs, with flexible scheduling available.
Walk-and-Talk Therapy
Combines nature immersion with therapeutic support along the Illinois Prairie Path. This format reduces stress through physical movement while addressing mental health challenges. Clients benefit from improved mood regulation and creative problem-solving in a relaxed, non-clinical environment.
Group Therapy
Specialized groups include LGBTQ+ teen art therapy, polyvagal yoga for trauma recovery, and kids yoga for anxiety. These sessions foster peer support while addressing specific mental health needs through structured, therapist-led activities and group processing.
Couples Counseling
Focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and rebuilding trust in relationships. Therapists use collaborative approaches to address intimacy issues, premarital concerns, and separation decisions with balanced, nonjudgmental guidance.
Teletherapy
Secure online therapy provides accessible mental health care for clients preferring remote sessions. This format maintains therapeutic continuity for established clients or those with scheduling constraints, using HIPAA-compliant platforms for confidentiality.
People
Melissa Bercier
Founder & President
Dr. Bercier is a licensed clinical social worker with 29 years of experience specializing in compassion fatigue and trauma. She leads Couch Clarity's team and provides collaborative divorce coaching, integrating her research on mental health worker resilience.
Nicole Bialek
Therapist/Supervisor
Specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma, Nicole uses CBT and DBT techniques to help clients build self-compassion. She brings forensic psychology expertise and a warm, nonjudgmental approach to individual and couples therapy.
Lauren Black
Therapist/Supervisor
With a decade of experience in chronic health advocacy, Lauren supports clients navigating anxiety, substance use, and trauma. Her trauma-informed, culturally responsive approach integrates mindfulness and motivational interviewing techniques for personalized care.
Danna Herbach
LGBTQ+ Group Instructor
A licensed art therapist, Danna specializes in LGBTQ+ affirming care through creative expression. She leads teen art therapy groups, focusing on identity exploration and community building using person-centered and solution-focused methodologies.
Jenni Sefcik
Polyvagal Yoga Instructor
Jenni combines clinical social work with yoga instruction, offering trauma-informed somatic therapy. Her expertise in nervous system regulation includes leading polyvagal yoga groups that integrate breathwork and mindfulness for stress reduction.
Questions
What therapy formats does Couch Clarity offer?
We provide traditional in-office, teletherapy, and walk-and-talk sessions along the Prairie Path.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network with most BCBS PPO plans and accept out-of-network insurance or self-pay.
Are evening and weekend appointments available?
Yes, our therapists offer sessions during mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
What mental health specialties do your therapists have?
Our team specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ affirming care.
Is there a cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations to avoid session fees.
