Business Details
Mental Health Therapy & Trauma Recovery in Palatine, IL
Healthy Living Counseling Center (HLCC) was founded by Dr. Michelle Kukla, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in mental health. Our practice is built on the philosophy that healthy living requires a multidisciplinary team approach, integrating evidence-based practices with cutting-edge neuroscience. We specialize in trauma recovery, chronic pain management, biofeedback, and virtual reality therapy, serving individuals, couples, and families. Our team of independent clinicians collaborates to deliver personalized care, emphasizing cognitive-behavioral therapy, rapid resolution therapy, and holistic modalities.HLCC is committed to community service through initiatives like Empower Hour, providing free therapy to sexual violence survivors, and partnering with national nonprofits like PAVE. We maintain affiliations with organizations such as Give an Hour and Psious, a leader in therapeutic virtual reality. Our facility in Palatine, IL, offers a welcoming environment designed to foster trust and emotional safety, with flexible payment options and insurance coordination. HLCC prioritizes innovation, accessibility, and client empowerment in all our mental health services.
Services
Therapy Services
Trauma Recovery
Chronic Pain Care
Biofeedback Services
Virtual Reality Therapy
iRest Yoga Nidra
Hanna Somatics
Online Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-informed care with certified clinical trauma professionals.
- Our team integrates virtual reality therapy with traditional mental health treatments.
- We provide free community services through the Empower Hour initiative.
- Our clinicians maintain affiliations with national mental health organizations.
- We specialize in chronic pain management using biofeedback and behavioral therapies.
Associations and certifications
- Give an Hour
- Psious
What people say
Amazing work for survivors
Beacon of light and hope
Builds trust with clients
Innovative holistic healing modalities
Dedicated to community service
Services
Trauma Recovery Clinic
HLCC's Trauma Recovery Clinic specializes in treating PTSD and complex trauma through evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Rapid Resolution Therapy. Our clinicians address trauma from sexual assault, military service, domestic violence, and natural disasters. We combine traditional psychotherapy with innovative approaches such as virtual reality exposure and biofeedback to regulate nervous system responses.
Chronic Pain Care
Our chronic pain program integrates behavioral health therapies with complementary treatments for conditions like fibromyalgia, arthritis, and neuropathic pain. We combine cognitive-behavioral techniques, biofeedback, and acupuncture to address both physical symptoms and emotional impacts. Treatment plans focus on improving quality of life through non-pharmacological interventions supported by clinical research.
Biofeedback Services
HLCC offers HeartMath biofeedback to help clients regulate stress responses through heart rate variability training. This technology-assisted therapy teaches self-regulation techniques for anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain management. Sessions use real-time physiological data to develop personalized stress-reduction strategies that improve emotional and physical well-being.
Virtual Reality Therapy
Our virtual reality therapy program partners with Psious to deliver immersive CBT experiences for phobias, anxiety disorders, and trauma treatment. This technology creates controlled exposure environments that enhance traditional cognitive therapy. The program helps clients process distressing memories and develop coping skills in simulated real-world scenarios.
iRest Yoga Nidra
HLCC provides iRest Yoga Nidra sessions combining guided meditation with somatic awareness techniques. This practice reduces symptoms of anxiety, depression, and PTSD through deep relaxation protocols. Certified instructors teach resiliency skills that integrate easily into daily routines, promoting emotional regulation and improved sleep patterns.
People
Dr. Michelle Kukla
Founder / Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Kukla founded HLCC after 15+ years in mental health, specializing in trauma and chronic pain. She serves on PAVE's board and donates services through Empower Hour. Her expertise includes forensic psychology and media consulting.
Lorie Jendryka
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Certified Rapid Resolution Therapist and biofeedback specialist with expertise in trauma treatment. One of Illinois' 18 certified RRT practitioners, offering HeartMath training for stress regulation and PTSD recovery.
Dr. Jennifer Lindsey
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Specializes in trauma recovery and evidence-based interventions for anxiety disorders. Provides individual and group therapy sessions focusing on cognitive-behavioral approaches for emotional regulation and resilience building.
Jacqui Neurauter
Certified iRest Practitioner
Mind-body specialist teaching iRest Yoga Nidra for stress reduction and PTSD recovery. Combines mindfulness meditation with somatic awareness techniques to improve emotional well-being and sleep quality.
Kathi Wotal
Acupuncture Practitioner
Licensed acupuncturist providing complementary treatment for PTSD and chronic pain. Offers free Saturday clinics for HLCC clients using ear acupuncture protocols proven effective for trauma recovery.
Questions
What mental health services does HLCC offer?
HLCC provides trauma recovery, chronic pain management, biofeedback, virtual reality therapy, iRest yoga nidra, and online therapy sessions.
Do you offer specialized trauma treatment?
Yes, our Trauma Recovery Clinic uses evidence-based therapies like EMDR, CPT, and Rapid Resolution Therapy for PTSD and complex trauma.
Are services available outside Illinois?
We offer online therapy services in 40+ states through secure virtual platforms.
What community initiatives do you support?
HLCC donates services through Empower Hour for sexual violence survivors and partners with PAVE and Give an Hour programs.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call 847-701-4452 or contact individual clinicians directly through our website.
