• Founded Anchor Counseling Inc in 2016.

• 20 years of experience 

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker

• Certified in Perinatal Mental Health, Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor, and Equine Assisted Psychotherapist.

• Specializes in Women's Mental Health with training in Domestic Violence, Infertility and Perinatal Mood Disorders. 

• Works with adolescents to adults

• Experienced assisting with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, divorce and relationships.

• Passionate in helping women who are in the process of divorce, relational changes, experienced a partner with sexual addiction, affairs or narcissistic traits. 

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker

• Perinatal Mental Health Certification

• Connects well with both adolescents and adults

• Utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) and is trained in EMDR to treat PTSD, C-PTSD, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Major Depression Disorder (MDD) and more

• She creates a safe and validating space for her clients to process, plan, and be encouraged each step along the way. 

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology

• Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

• Licensed Professional Counselor

• Trauma Certificate and a certificate as an Enneagram Coach. 

• Art Therapy and Play Therapy

• Sara believes that we are always healing and already whole. She sees therapy as a tool to help restore your view of yourself and others. 

• Licensed Professional Counselor

• Over 10 years of experience with children, adolescents and families.

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Child-Centered Play Therapy and Trauma Informed Care. 

• She believes that therapy is not only for the child, but for the family unit and offers guardian support. 

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

• Clinical Trauma Professional-II

• Equine Assisted Psychotherapist.

• She has experience working with adolescents who were committed to the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice.

• Works with individuals adapting to life transitions, experiencing current or past trauma, competing with mood and/or compulsive disorders, and those struggling to connect in therapy services.

• Licensed Professional Counselor

• Equine Assisted Psychotherapist

• She practices a trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based approach to counseling.

• Utilizes mindfulness and attachment-based interventions to meet the needs of her clients. 

• Chloe is passionate about healing and the sacred power of relationships. She believes that authentic relationships with can be catalysts for meaningful change.

• Licensed Professional Counselor

• Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

• Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Grief, Shame, Self-Esteem, Body Image, Relationship Issues, Life Transitions, Disordered Eating

• Rachel understands that taking the first step towards seeking help can be a courageous act and she is here to provide unwavering support every step of the way.  

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker

• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

• Equine-Assisted Psychotherapist.

• Over 25 years of experience providing Therapeutic services 

• Works with adults, first responders, veterans at the Elburn location

• General mental health concerns, women’s issues, life transitions, grief/loss, and first responder mental health.

• Non-denominational Christian counseling or can utilize a Christian counseling approach for individuals seeking this. 

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

• Began her career in counseling at the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice

• Experience conducting individual, group, family therapy, and crisis intervention with juvenile males and females struggling with trauma, mood disorders, and the various obstacles faced throughout incarceration. 

• Colleen believes strongly in the power of the therapeutic relationship, meeting clients where they are at, and helping them realize their potential. 

• Licensed Social Worker

• Master's degree In Social Work

• certified in Gottman Couples Therapy

• Works with adolescents and adults of all ages.

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Emotional Behavioral Therapy

• Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Borderline Personality 

• She is deeply committed to establishing a secure and non-judgmental environment where clients can freely express themselves as they navigate through their journey. 

• Equine Specialist, assists in training and conditioning of our equine partners

• Works with adolescents to adults

• ​LGBTQIA+ affirming

• Attachment based lense, mindfulness based interventions,solution focused​

• Amber joins us as a MSW student at Aurora University and gained experience in the therapeutic relationship in the community mental health setting working with adults in crisis. 

• Client Care

• Helps with insurance issues or problems with copays.

• Helps manage payments

• She is very knowledgeable in a wide range of areas related to client care and is determined to work together with clients to ensure they receive the best care and leave with a happy and positive experience. 

Dixie is a 18-year-old Halflinger Friesan cross mare. She is a big girl with a huge heart. She loves chasing Shiloh away from food, kids, and ear scratches. She had lived with the same family for most of her life before coming to Anchor Counseling.

Shiloh is a 18 year old, Palomino, Quarter Horse gelding. He was purchased by Anchor Counseling's owner, Angel, in 2022. Angel recently resumed riding again after 20 years off. Shiloh is said to have lived as a ranch horse in Oklahoma before being sold at an auction. He loves treats, having his ears scratching, and playing follow the leader. He can sometimes be a little nervous but enjoys spending time with his people and horse friends.

Meet Nacho, our pint-sized hero rescued from a kill pen last fall. Once part of a petting zoo, his past is a mystery. At just 3 years old, he's the youngest in our herd, weighing over 200 lbs. Despite his petite stature, Nacho's spirited personality and adorable antics make him the heartwarming baby of our Anchor Counseling. Join us in celebrating his second chance at a joyful life! 

Baby Ruth is a 9 year old, Miniature Horse who recently joined the Stable Minds Herd. She is a Pinto, with brown and white color. She is pint sized, and very sweet and sassy.

Maeve is a  9 year-old American Staffordshire Terrier. She participated in the Illinois Youth Center-Warrenville's Project Pawsitive Future Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) Program helping the youth of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice's IYC-Warrenville achieve their therapeutic goals. Therapist Lexie Czarnecki helped train Maeve. After completing her American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Test and training, Lexie adopted Maeve in July 2017. Check out the quick video to learn more!

Blue is only 4 year old but is the largest of our herd standing at 69 inches! He joined us last Fall. He is half-Percheron breed which are known for changing colors as they grow. If you met Blue last year, you probably saw a Black horse. After his recent coat shed, he is now a gorgeous silver color. He is a gentle giant and loves to be a part of your mental health journey.