Connection first
Research is clear: the relationship with your therapist is the strongest predictor of progress. We take the time to truly know you before anything else.
Therapy & counseling · Warrenville, IL · In-person and telehealth
Where compassion
meets conversation.
Healing begins with connection. Our licensed clinicians create a safe, supportive space for you — or your child, teen, or family — to be heard, understood, and gently guided forward.
- Trauma-informed care
- Se habla español
- Children · Teens · Adults · Families
Why Lakefront
Why Lakefront feels different
Finding a therapist isn't just about credentials — it's about connection.
Our team takes time to understand what's bringing you here before matching you with the clinician who fits your goals, personality, and preferences.
Whether you're seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, we believe the right relationship is where healing begins.
Our approach
Compassionate. Supportive. Transformative.
Evidence-based methods
CBT, DBT, systemic family therapy, and trauma-informed modalities — matched thoughtfully to you, never one-size-fits-all.
Care for your whole life
School support, family systems, culture, and identity all shape wellbeing. We treat the whole person — not just the symptom.
How we can help
Care organized around your life
Start with what you're facing — we'll match the right clinician and approach.
Anxiety & Stress
When worry runs the day. Practical, skills-based relief with CBT and mindfulness.
Find your fit →Depression & Low Mood
Gentle, steady support to reconnect with energy, meaning, and yourself.
Find your fit →Trauma & PTSD
Trauma-informed care that moves at your pace, with safety at every step.
Find your fit →Children & Teens
School counseling, behavioral support (ABA), and a space where young people feel safe being themselves.
Find your fit →Family Therapy
Systemic family work that helps every voice at the table feel heard.
Find your fit →For parents
Is therapy right for my child?
Most parents ask us this the same way: “Is this normal, or is it something more?” You don't have to know the answer — that's our job. If any of these sound like your house right now, a conversation is a good next step.
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Anxiety & worry
Stomachaches before school, constant “what if,” meltdowns over things that seem small to you.
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School refusal
Mornings have become a battle, and getting through the classroom door feels impossible.
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ADHD & focus
Homework takes hours, instructions don't stick, and teachers keep sending the same note home.
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Friendships
Left out, painfully shy, or caught in friendships that leave them feeling worse.
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Emotional regulation
Big feelings arrive fast and stay long — and calming down takes far more than it used to.
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Behavioral concerns
Defiance, aggression, or shutting down — at home, at school, or both. We work with families and schools.
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Divorce & family change
Separation, a move, a new household — kids often carry the change quietly until they can't.
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Bullying
Rebuilding confidence after being targeted, in person or online, and finding words for what happened.
Still not sure? That's the most common place to start. Reach out and we'll tell you honestly whether therapy is the right next step for your child — and if it isn't, we'll point you toward what is.
Talk to someone firstWhat to expect
Your first session, demystified
No couch clichés. No judgment. Here's exactly how it works.
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Reach out
Book online in two minutes or call us. No referral needed — and no long intake forms before we've even met.
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We get in touch
A relaxed phone chat to hear what's going on and recommend the clinician who fits you best.
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First conversation
Your first session is about your story, your goals, and what "better" looks like for you. You set the pace.
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A plan that's yours
Together you'll shape a plan — weekly or biweekly, in person or telehealth — and revisit it as you grow.
Meet our clinicians
Real people. Deep experience.
Over 50 combined years of helping people heal — with bilingual care in English and Spanish.
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Martha Angel
Bilingual Clinician
Guides adults and families through anxiety, depression, and the turning points that reshape a life.
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Miriam Neugebauer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Trauma-informed care, with steady and grounded support for adults moving through major life transitions.
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Wendy Whatcott
Licensed Professional Counselor
Whole-person care rooted in a nursing background, for teens and adults carrying anxiety or low mood.
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Ashley Bentley
Licensed Professional Counselor
Structured, skills-first therapy for children and teens — practical tools for anxiety, focus, and school.
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Stephanie Ruiz
Licensed Professional Counselor
Supports children and teens facing anxiety, depression, and behavior, with a school counselor's insight.
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Christina Rodriguez
Licensed Professional Counselor
Person-centered care for teens and young adults, including students who didn't ask to be in the room.
Find your fit
Three questions. Your match.
Answer honestly — there are no wrong answers. We'll suggest the clinicians most likely to fit. (A starting point, not a diagnosis.)
In their own words
Shared with permission. Names and details changed to protect privacy.
Choosing Lakefront was a turning point in my journey; their dedicated team supported me through my struggles, paving the way for personal growth and healing.
My daughter finally looked forward to therapy. That alone told me we'd found the right place.
Finding the right therapist changed everything. I'd tried before and given up — this felt different by the second session.
I never felt judged. Not once, not even the things I'd never said out loud before.
School mornings used to end in tears for both of us. They're just mornings again now.
Poder hablar en español con mi terapeuta lo cambió todo. Por fin me sentí entendida.
We came in as a family that couldn't get through dinner without a fight. We left with a way to talk to each other.
That first phone call made it easy. A few minutes in and I knew I wasn't going to be a case number.
Good to know
Questions people actually ask
Do you take insurance?
Coverage varies by plan. Call us at (630) 839-9199 (Option 2) or email admin@lakefront.health and we'll help you verify your benefits before your first session — no surprises.
Is telehealth available?
Yes. We offer secure video sessions for clients across Illinois, alongside in-person care at our Warrenville office.
How do I know which therapist is right for me?
Try our Find Your Fit quiz, or reach out and tell us what's going on — we'll listen and recommend the best match. If it's not right, switching is easy and never awkward.
What if I need more than talk therapy?
Sometimes therapy alone isn't enough. When that's the case, we can coordinate a psychiatric evaluation and medication management through our trusted clinical partners — so your care stays connected instead of scattered across separate offices.
My teen doesn't want to go. Now what?
That's common, and okay. Our youth clinicians specialize in building trust with reluctant teens — often the first session is just a low-pressure conversation. We'll also coach you on how to frame it at home.
Is what I share confidential?
Yes — confidentiality is protected by law, with narrow safety exceptions we'll always explain up front. For minors, we set clear, age-appropriate privacy agreements with both teen and parents.
A small gift, right now
Take one calm minute
Before you reach out — therapy starts with a single breath. Try it, follow the circle.
Let's begin
The water's calmer than you think.
Book online, call, or email — whatever feels easiest today.
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Visit
Warrenville
4580 Weaver Parkway, Suite 102
Warrenville, IL 60555 - Call (630) 839-9199 (Option 2)
- Email admin@lakefront.health
- Fax (630) 839-9299