Our providers offer obsessive-compulsive disorder therapy in Chicago, IL

As a Licensed Social Worker with a background in intensive healthcare, I bring a deeply compassionate, real-world approach to healing minds and supporting emotional well-being. I specialize in anxiety and depression, helping individuals navigate the heavy seasons of life with evidence-based, trauma-informed care.

I provide structured cognitive-behavioral therapy and personalized coping tools to support you in managing anxiety, overcoming depression, and facing life-altering challenges with renewed confidence and resilience.

Whether you’re seeking to find internal peace or develop practical strategies to thrive, you don’t have to walk this path alone. Let’s work together to build a fulfilling and resilient future.

I'm a bilingual psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who believes mental health care should feel personal, collaborative, and judgment-free. I provide both medication management and psychotherapy, allowing us to address your mental health from a whole-person perspective. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and panic. I'm fluent in English and Spanish and welcome clients from all backgrounds, including those seeking culturally responsive care in either language.

My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to you. I value psychotherapy and believe meaningful progress comes from feeling heard, understood, and supported. When appropriate, I also collaborate with your therapist and other healthcare providers—with your consent—to help ensure your care is connected and aligned with your goals.

Starting or restarting your mental health journey can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. I'm here to listen, understand, and support you without judgment. If you're ready to take the next step, I invite you to schedule an appointment. We can start where you are and work together toward feeling more balanced and like yourself again.

I am a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry and Family Medicine. I enjoy meeting and working with all types of clients and specialize in down to earth conversation meant to address areas in a client's life that are most difficult to navigate. I want to inspire others to find their own inner strength  while empowering them to make sound and well guided decisions. Whether the client is goal seeking or simply wishes to have a supportive ear, I am here for them. Together, we can explore various options that fit any lifestyle. I enjoy client/provider relationships that are collaborative and with open communication.

My style includes focusing on what the client tells me are their goals. I want to work within the parameters of safety and satisfaction without any compromise of goals or beliefs. Healing starts with honestly exploring issues that are not always easy to face. But, together, we sort it all out and make simple, realistic plans to reach a solution.

I would love to meet you and build a solid and non-judgmental relationship. I may only be a small part of your life or even present for a short time. However, mental health is a lifelong journey and you deserve to have a caring and steadfast provider.

Dr. Katrina Pakonen-Hueber is a Licensed Clinicial Psychologist and Certified School Psychologist with 24 years of experience. She specializes in supporting clients managing mood disorders, stress, ADHD, and depression. Dr. Pakonen-Hueber has worked with clients in inpatient, outpatient, and school settings, serving diverse populations across urban, suburban, and rural communities. She is dedicated to providing individualized, evidence-based care to support each client’s unique needs.

Dr. Pakonen-Hueber earned her Ph.D in School Psychology from Illinois State University. She uses a comprehensive and personalized approach to care, integrating therapeutic techniques and psychological assessments to help clients gain clarity, develop coping skills, and achieve their personal goals.

Dr. Pakonen-Hueber is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive space where clients feel comfortable and empowered. She looks forward to helping clients identify their goals, build on their strengths, and navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.

Dawn Vance is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 20 years of experience. She has extensive experience helping clients, couples, and families with a variety of different life challenges and mental health difficulties. Dawn specializes in treating depression, anxiety, feelings of overwhelm, guilt, grief, ADHD, and anger-related issues.

Dawn completed her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology at Lewis University. She has worked in a variety of healthcare settings with multiple populations of clients. Dawn combination of different treatment styles to best fit her clients. She knows that life is full of challenges and struggles which can leave us feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or angry. It takes courage to look at the areas of your life that you are dissatisfied with and share your thoughts and feelings.

Dawn provides a safe, non-judgmental space where you have the opportunity to tell your unique story, gain insight, and make positive lasting change. Work together to alleviate your distress. Dawn's focus is to guide you to take the necessary steps toward improving your relationships, yourself, and your overall sense of well-being.