Business Details
Professional Mental Health Counseling Services in Illinois
Cherry Hill Counseling has been dedicated to providing comprehensive therapeutic services since its founding. Our practice focuses on creating a safe space for individuals, couples, and families to address mental health challenges through personalized care. With a team of qualified professionals, we offer culturally sensitive counseling in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and Mandarin. Our therapists utilize evidence-based approaches to treat a wide range of issues while emphasizing client autonomy and self-discovery. We maintain in-network status with major insurance providers and offer sliding scale fees for accessible care.Through both in-person and telehealth platforms, we serve communities across Illinois with flexible scheduling options. Our leadership team combines decades of clinical expertise with administrative excellence to ensure quality service delivery. Continuing education and professional development remain priorities for our staff to maintain the highest standards of practice. We actively engage with the community through educational workshops and support groups addressing contemporary mental health topics. Client confidentiality and ethical practice form the foundation of our therapeutic relationships.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Telehealth Services
Group Therapy
Cultural Competency Counseling
Insurance-Based Treatment
Sliding Scale Fees
Workshops & Seminars
Support Groups
Highlights and features
- We offer multilingual counseling services in five languages
- Our therapists maintain in-network status with major insurance providers
- We combine traditional counseling with secure telehealth options
- Our team includes specialists in cross-cultural mental health
- We provide sliding scale fees for accessible care
What people say
Warm, personal care
Secure teletherapy platform
Culturally sensitive approach
Flexible scheduling options
Effective treatment methods
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized mental health treatment addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our therapists create tailored treatment plans using evidence-based approaches while maintaining client autonomy. Sessions focus on self-discovery and practical coping strategies for adults, teens, and adolescents.
Telehealth Services
Secure online therapy sessions using HIPAA-compliant platforms. This service maintains the same therapeutic quality as in-person visits while offering flexibility for clients with scheduling challenges or mobility limitations. Available for both new and existing clients across Illinois.
Couples Counseling
Specialized treatment for romantic partners seeking to improve communication and resolve conflicts. Our therapists address intimacy issues, premarital concerns, and recovery from infidelity using research-backed modalities. Sessions focus on building mutual understanding and strengthening emotional connections.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions addressing specific mental health challenges. Options include women's support groups, teen empowerment programs, and identity exploration circles. Led by experienced therapists, these groups foster peer support while maintaining professional guidance and confidentiality.
Cultural Competency Counseling
Specialized services for clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. Our multilingual therapists address cross-cultural adjustment issues, racial identity development, and immigration-related stress. Treatment incorporates cultural sensitivity while maintaining clinical effectiveness across different ethnic and linguistic groups.
People
Boaz Johnson
Intern Therapist
PhD-level therapist offering reduced-fee counseling in five languages. Specializes in cross-cultural mental health with experience in individual, couples, and family therapy. Former college professor with extensive academic background.
Clark Barshinger
Founding Partner
Clinical psychologist with decades of experience in mental health services. Oversees strategic direction and quality assurance for all counseling programs. Maintains active involvement in therapist training and professional development.
Kim Echtle
Practice Manager
Healthcare administration professional with 21 years in medical field. Coordinates daily operations and client services. Focuses on creating welcoming environments for all clients seeking mental health support.
Alexis Carr
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specialist in adolescent mental health and cultural competency. Leads teen support groups and provides individual therapy. Advocate for South Asian mental health awareness and stigma reduction initiatives.
Diane Geiser
Partner and Training Coordinator
Licensed clinical social worker with expertise in group therapy and women's mental health. Develops continuing education programs for staff while maintaining active clinical practice with specialized client populations.
Questions
Do you offer teletherapy options?
Yes, we provide secure HIPAA-compliant teletherapy sessions using encrypted video platforms. This service remains available permanently alongside our in-person counseling options.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We are in-network with BCBS PPO, Medicaid (BCBS Community Health), Aetna, Cigna, and Medicare. Clients should verify current coverage with their insurance provider before starting treatment.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality under HIPAA and Illinois Mental Health Confidentiality Act guidelines. Both teletherapy and in-person sessions follow identical privacy protections.
Do you have multilingual therapists?
Yes, our team includes therapists fluent in Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and Mandarin Chinese. Language accommodations available for both individual and family therapy sessions.
What types of group therapy are available?
We offer women's support groups, teen empowerment programs, and identity exploration circles. Groups meet weekly with specialized focuses on anxiety, self-esteem, and cultural adjustment issues.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact our Client Care Coordinator through our website or call (815) 305-9660 to schedule a 15-minute consultation. We'll help match you with the appropriate therapist based on your needs.
