Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Counseling & Coaching Solutions
Choices Counseling & Coaching has been dedicated to empowering individuals, couples, and families through transformative counseling and coaching services for over three decades. Our team of licensed professionals employs an eclectic therapeutic approach, integrating evidence-based methodologies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address each client's unique needs. We prioritize building collaborative relationships, emphasizing confidentiality and ethical standards guided by the NASW and ACA Codes of Ethics.With expertise in trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship dynamics, we offer both in-person sessions in Glen Ellyn and secure telehealth options to accommodate modern lifestyles. Our mission is to help clients uncover their inherent strengths, navigate challenges, and achieve sustainable personal growth through intentional decision-making.
Services
Abuse Counseling
Trauma Therapy
Anger Management
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Counseling
Family Therapy
Grief Counseling
Life Coaching
Marriage Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined clinical experience across multiple therapeutic modalities
- Our therapists hold advanced certifications in EMDR, Rapid Resolution Therapy, and perinatal mental health
- HIPAA-compliant telehealth services available for greater accessibility
- Ethical practice guided by NASW and ACA Code of Ethics standards
- Specialized programs for life transitions, trauma recovery, and family dynamics
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Social Workers
- American Counseling Association
Services
Trauma Therapy
Our trauma specialists utilize evidence-based approaches including EMDR and Rapid Resolution Therapy to address post-traumatic stress symptoms. We help clients process distressing memories and develop coping strategies for managing triggers. Treatment focuses on restoring emotional regulation and rebuilding personal resilience through structured therapeutic interventions tailored to each individual's trauma history.
Anxiety Treatment
We offer comprehensive anxiety treatment programs combining cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices. Our therapists help clients identify anxiety patterns, challenge distorted thinking, and implement practical stress-reduction strategies. Treatment addresses various anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety through personalized therapeutic plans.
Life Coaching
Our certified coaches specialize in helping clients achieve personal and professional development goals. Using strengths-based approaches, we assist with career transitions, relationship improvements, and self-esteem building. Coaching sessions focus on clarifying values, overcoming obstacles, and creating actionable plans for meaningful life changes.
Family Counseling
We provide systemic family therapy to improve communication patterns and resolve relationship conflicts. Our therapists address intergenerational dynamics, parenting challenges, and major life transitions affecting family units. Treatment emphasizes understanding relational patterns and developing healthier interaction strategies across all family members.
Perinatal Mental Health
Specialized services for pregnancy-related mental health concerns include postpartum depression treatment and birth trauma recovery. Our perinatal specialists provide evidence-based care for anxiety, mood disorders, and adjustment difficulties during pregnancy and postpartum. We offer support for parenting challenges and transition to parenthood.
People
Susan Thorne-Devin
Executive Director & Founder
With over 35 years of clinical experience, Susan holds a Master's in Social Service Administration from the University of Chicago. She has served as a university professor and clinical supervisor, integrating academic expertise with practical counseling experience. Her specializations include trauma, grief counseling, and life transitions.
Clairmarie Szopa
Therapist
A licensed clinical professional counselor with 30+ years of experience, Clairmarie specializes in adolescent and young adult mental health. She holds advanced training in psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapies, treating depression, anxiety, and relationship issues with a client-centered approach.
Laima Zavistauskas
Therapist
Bilingual therapist with expertise in trauma recovery and multicultural counseling. Laima integrates cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques to address PTSD, anxiety disorders, and identity issues, providing services in English, Lithuanian, and Russian.
Gina Gattuso
Therapist
Licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years of experience in perinatal mental health and postpartum support. Gina specializes in birth trauma recovery and women's mental health, combining clinical expertise with personal parenting experience to support families during critical life transitions.
Janet Williams
Therapist
Dual-licensed therapist with expertise in rapid resolution therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction. Janet combines counseling and yoga training to address anxiety, depression, and chronic stress, offering holistic approaches to mental wellness.
Questions
Do you offer telehealth counseling options?
Yes, we provide secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions for clients in Illinois.
What mental health specialties do your therapists handle?
Our team specializes in trauma recovery, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship counseling, and life transitions.
Are counseling services covered by insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans. Contact your provider to verify mental health coverage details.
How do I choose the right therapist?
We consider your specific needs when matching you with a therapist and allow switching if needed.
What should I bring to the first appointment?
Bring insurance cards, completed registration forms, and any relevant medical/psychiatric history documents.
Can medication be part of treatment?
If appropriate, we can coordinate care with psychiatrists for medication management alongside therapy.
