Business Details
Mental Health Counseling Services in Palos Heights, IL
Maria Potter Counseling Services is a dedicated mental health practice serving individuals in Illinois. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of experience in trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, and family dynamics. We prioritize building strong therapeutic relationships to deliver personalized care that addresses each client's unique needs. Our clinicians employ evidence-based approaches while maintaining a compassionate, client-centered environment.With expertise spanning child welfare, domestic violence, and workplace mental health, we offer both in-person and telehealth sessions to ensure accessibility. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures clients receive the most effective, up-to-date treatments available.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
Trauma Recovery
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Parenting Support
Stress Management
Telehealth Sessions
Child Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in trauma and mental health counseling
- Our compassionate approach prioritizes personalized care
- We provide both in-person and telehealth services for flexibility
- Our team includes bilingual therapists for Spanish-speaking clients
- We specialize in evidence-based treatments for anxiety and depression
Services
Individual Counseling
Our individual counseling sessions provide a safe space for clients to explore personal challenges and develop coping strategies. With therapists specializing in trauma recovery and mood disorders, we tailor each session to address specific needs. Clients benefit from evidence-based approaches that promote emotional resilience and personal growth through structured, goal-oriented therapy.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized trauma recovery services address both recent and long-standing traumatic experiences, including abuse, accidents, and domestic violence. Our clinicians use integrative approaches combining cognitive-behavioral techniques with somatic therapies. This comprehensive treatment helps clients process traumatic memories while developing grounding techniques for improved daily functioning and emotional stability.
Family Counseling
Family counseling sessions focus on improving communication patterns and resolving relationship conflicts across generations. Therapists work with families to address parenting challenges, behavioral issues, and intergenerational trauma. Our approach emphasizes building stronger connections while developing practical conflict resolution skills that support long-term family harmony and understanding.
Telehealth Services
Secure telehealth sessions provide accessible mental health care for Illinois residents. This option maintains the same therapeutic quality as in-person visits while offering scheduling flexibility. Clients receive specialized treatment for anxiety, depression, and life transitions through a HIPAA-compliant platform that ensures privacy and convenience.
Child Therapy
Child therapy services address emotional and behavioral challenges in children through age-appropriate therapeutic techniques. Our specialists work with young clients on anxiety, social skills development, and trauma recovery using play therapy and expressive arts. Family involvement ensures consistent support across home and therapeutic environments for optimal outcomes.
People
Maria Potter
Founder & Therapist
With over 20 years of experience, Maria Potter specializes in trauma recovery and family therapy. Formerly a clinical manager in child welfare, she now focuses on creating personalized treatment plans that emphasize client strengths and resilience.
Julie S. Rios
Bilingual Therapist
Julie Rios provides Spanish-language therapy for diverse populations, addressing depression and anxiety across multiple settings. Her experience includes school counseling and community health services, with a focus on culturally sensitive treatment approaches.
Paul Avram
Clinical Counselor
Paul Avram brings 20+ years of mental health experience, specializing in workplace trauma and employee assistance programs. His background includes teaching psychology and developing therapeutic approaches that emphasize clients' holistic well-being beyond diagnostic labels.
Monika Baraniak
Domestic Violence Specialist
Monika Baraniak holds Illinois certification in domestic violence counseling, combining trauma expertise with substance abuse treatment. Her approach focuses on rebuilding self-awareness and personal agency for clients recovering from abusive relationships.
Yaniz Rayo
Bilingual Mental Health Counselor
Yaniz Rayo offers Spanish-language counseling using evidence-based practices for trauma and life transitions. Her experience spans child welfare and private practice, emphasizing strength-based approaches to support clients' unique healing journeys.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and child counseling with specializations in trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, and parenting support using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Clients should verify mental health benefits directly with their insurance provider regarding coverage details and reimbursement rates.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth sessions for Illinois residents through a HIPAA-compliant platform, providing the same quality care as in-person visits with added convenience.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require advance notice for appointment changes or cancellations. Specific policy details are provided during initial consultation to ensure clear understanding of scheduling expectations.
How do I know if therapy is right for me?
Therapy can benefit anyone facing emotional challenges, life transitions, or relationship difficulties. We offer initial consultations to help determine if our services align with your specific needs and goals.
Is counseling confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent safety concerns, as required by state law and professional ethics standards for client protection.
