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meet our clinical team
yvette yonan, lcsw, msw
emmanuel perez, lcpc, macmh
yvette yonan, lcsw, msw
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Yvette is the founder of InTouch Mind Health, PLLC. She serves the company as the Clinical Services Director and Psychotherapist. She is a state licensed clinician and holds a Master of Social Work degree with an emphasis in Clinical Mental Health from Loyola University of Chicago. Early in her career, Yvette
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Yvette is the founder of InTouch Mind Health, PLLC. She serves the company as the Clinical Services Director and Psychotherapist. She is a state licensed clinician and holds a Master of Social Work degree with an emphasis in Clinical Mental Health from Loyola University of Chicago. Early in her career, Yvette served the Pilsen Little Village community, working with adults, families, and children. She subsequently worked in crisis intervention for various hospitals throughout Chicagoland before starting her own practice, Therapy4U-Chicago in 2010. In response to the increased need for mental health services due to the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, Yvette established InTouch Mind Health. Yvette enjoys working with individuals of all ages but specializes in working with young adults.
Specialties & Intervention Strategy
Yvette uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as Solutions Focused and Narrative Therapy interventions in the clinical setting with adults and Play Therapy when working with children. Her approach is interactive and personal, and she provides services in English and Spanish. Her areas of specialty are as follows:
- Mood & Anxiety Disorders
- Relationships
- Communication & Conflict Resolution
- Pre-Marital & Marriage Counseling
- Life Transitions
- Spirituality
- Grief & Loss
Christian Counseling - OPTION
Believing firmly in a person's right to choose whether or not faith will guide their individual journey, Yvette is a practicing Christian, and having studied biblical theology at Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois, she is able to incorporate biblical truths and concepts in the therapeutic setting for individuals who choose a more biblical approach to counseling.
Yvette offers psychotherapy virtually and in person from our Chicago office
Call today: (312) 544-0551
shakita read, macp
emmanuel perez, lcpc, macmh
yvette yonan, lcsw, msw
Shakita is a skilled professional counselor with a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice. With extensive experience in outpatient mental health care, she works with individuals, couples, and families across a range of concerns including anxiety, relationship stress, tr
Shakita is a skilled professional counselor with a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice. With extensive experience in outpatient mental health care, she works with individuals, couples, and families across a range of concerns including anxiety, relationship stress, trauma, and life transitions.
Shakita began her career in a hospital setting in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood, where she supported individuals with chronic mental illness through crisis intervention and interdisciplinary collaboration with DCFS, foster families, and other care teams. Since transitioning into outpatient work, she has focused on providing ongoing therapeutic support to individuals from lat e adolescent through age 40s.
Shakita is known for creating a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to take control of their mental health. Her goal is to help each person she serves become the author of their own story—moving forward with clarity, confidence, and resilience.
If you’re looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist to support you on your journey, Shakita is here to help.
Specialty & Intervention Approach
Shakita utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help individuals improve mood, reduce anxiety, and overcome fears or worries that interfere with daily life. She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) when working with clients who are processing trauma, addressing eating disorders, or seeking to break free from destructive behavioral patterns.
Her areas of specialty include:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- College and Career Stress
- Parenting
- Post-Traumatic Stress
- Childhood Trauma & Abuse
Option - Christian Counseling
Believing firmly in a person's right to choose whether or not faith will guide their individual journey, Shakita is a practicing Christian who is active in her church. Having grown up as a Pastor’s child, Shakita is able to incorporate biblical principles in the therapeutic setting for individuals who choose a more spiritual approach to counseling.
Shakita offers virtual services only.
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emmanuel perez, lcpc, macmh
emmanuel perez, lcpc, macmh
emmanuel perez, lcpc, macmh
Emmanuel is a licensed clinical professional counselor, licensed to practice in Illinois and Florida. He holds a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Concordia University. A native Chicagoan, he’s passionate about helping local residents thrive. With a multicultural, trauma-informed lens, Emmanuel began his career through c
Emmanuel is a licensed clinical professional counselor, licensed to practice in Illinois and Florida. He holds a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Concordia University. A native Chicagoan, he’s passionate about helping local residents thrive. With a multicultural, trauma-informed lens, Emmanuel began his career through community outreach and advocacy for under-resourced populations. He has since provided therapy across private practices in Bucktown, Lincolnwood, Lakeview, and Ravenswood. Today Emmanuel works with adults 18 and up but especially enjoys helping young adults who are navigating relationships, career pressure, emotional growth, and faith. He offers a judgment-free space to explore life’s challenges and build the tools needed to grow with confidence and purpose.
Specialty & Intervention Approach
Emmanuel draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Christian Counseling to help clients build confidence, clarity, and purpose. When working with couples, Emmanuel uses the Gottman Method—an evidence-based approach designed to reduce conflict, improve communication, and strengthen connection, respect, and intimacy. Emmanuel offers a supportive space where clients can work through self-doubt, stress, or guilt at their own pace, while learning to challenge unhelpful thoughts and rediscover who they were created to be. Whether you're navigating relationship struggles, stress, or simply seeking to grow as a man, Emmanuel provides practical experienced care for:
- Anxiety
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Depression & Other Mood Disorder
- Life Transitions
- Couples Counseling
- Grief & Loss
- Identity Formation
- Relationships
- Self-Awareness
- Spirituality
Christian Counseling - OPTION
Emmanuel is a committed Christian and student of Scripture who finds purpose in walking alongside young men seeking renewal and restoration. He integrates the transformative truth of God’s Word and the healing work of the Holy Spirit to support lasting personal and spiritual growth.
Emmanuel sees clients virtually, and in person out of our Lakeview office in Chicago, and virtually in Florida
Call today: (312) 544-0551
shari roman lsw, msw
emmanuel perez, lcpc, macmh
emmanuel perez, lcpc, macmh
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Shari is a bilingual (English/Spanish), state-licensed clinician and Certified Trauma & Resilience Practitioner with specialized training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She holds a Master’s in Social Work with a focus on Children and Families from Loyola University Chicago and is currently
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Shari is a bilingual (English/Spanish), state-licensed clinician and Certified Trauma & Resilience Practitioner with specialized training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She holds a Master’s in Social Work with a focus on Children and Families from Loyola University Chicago and is currently pursuing a doctorate in education from Liberty University.
With 18 years of experience as a psychotherapist, counselor, and youth pastor, Shari has served diverse populations in settings ranging from churches and community programs to academia and private practice. Her clinical expertise includes working with individuals and families affected by trauma, domestic violence, substance use, adoption, and foster care. She provides care to youth, adults, and families—both nuclear and blended—and especially values offering faith-based support to Christian clients. As a wife and mother, Shari integrates both personal and professional insight into her clinical work.
Specialty & Intervention Approach
Shari utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy (CCT), Trauma-Informed Care (TIC), and Christian counseling tools, integrating a biblical perspective throughout her practice. She prioritizes creating a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where individuals and families feel safe as they work through challenges in areas such as:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma
- Relationships
- Conflict Resolution
- Marriage and Family Communication
- Nuclear & Blended Families
- Parenting Struggles
- Adulting
- Stress Management
- Life Transitions
- Grief & Loss
- Spirituality
Shari aims to empower individuals and families by equipping them to navigate life's challenges and encouraging and supporting them one step at a time. Her experience working with students and youth has given her insight into the struggles and daily challenges they face, as well as those experienced by their parents.
Christian Counseling: - OPTION
Shari's area of clinical interest is in faith-based work. She was born into a pastoral family and has served as a youth pastor & Sunday school teacher. Currently she is active in her church and feels blessed when she is able to serve others of like faith.
Shari currently sees clients virtually only but will have office appointments available in the near future.
Call today: (312) 544-0551
may gruia, lcpc, macp
teniece harris, lcsw, msw
yolanda reyes, lcsw, msw
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May is a married mother of two and an experienced and compassionate counselor who enjoys guiding individuals, couples, and families toward holistic healing and personal growth. May holds a master's degree from Concordia University and uses her diverse experience to support clients of all ages. She has been s
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May is a married mother of two and an experienced and compassionate counselor who enjoys guiding individuals, couples, and families toward holistic healing and personal growth. May holds a master's degree from Concordia University and uses her diverse experience to support clients of all ages. She has been serving the Northern and Northwest suburbs of Chicago for 15 years. May is a wife, mother, and professional, and enjoys partnering with individuals as they work through stressors related to identity, career, relationship, and parenting. Additionally, she enjoys working with individuals who struggle with self-esteem, imposter syndrome, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma.
Specialty & Intervention Approach
May uses a person-centered approach in therapy. She creates a warm, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Building upon this foundation, she incorporates evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused techniques, and Christian Counseling Theory to empower individuals and help them develop practical strategies for positive change. May provides services in English and Romanian, and her areas of specialty are:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma
- Grief
- Self-esteem
- Stress Management
- Career Counseling
- Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Life transitions
- Spirituality
Christian Counseling - OPTION
May acknowledges and honors the importance of spiritual health in the counseling session. She is able to support people of all faiths but as a practicing Christian, she is able to provide specialized care in the area of Christian counseling.
yolanda reyes, lcsw, msw
teniece harris, lcsw, msw
yolanda reyes, lcsw, msw
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Yolanda is a state-licensed clinician who holds a Master of Social Work degree with an emphasis in Children and Families from Loyola University of Chicago. A native of Chicago, Yolanda understands from personal experience the needs of the city and its people. Yolanda has served Chicago by providing individual
Ofrezco consejería en español.
Yolanda is a state-licensed clinician who holds a Master of Social Work degree with an emphasis in Children and Families from Loyola University of Chicago. A native of Chicago, Yolanda understands from personal experience the needs of the city and its people. Yolanda has served Chicago by providing individual and group therapy under a larger provider of Intensive out-patient (IOP) and partial hospitalization (PHP). As a young woman, wife, and mother of 3 children, Yolanda believes in the power and influence of both women and men, to lead in relationships, excel in careers, and shape the lives of their children and the world around them. She seeks to enable clients to be leaders and influencers in their relationships and in their world. Yolanda serves individuals ages 18 to 40.
Specialties & Intervention Approach
Yolanda provides services to individuals and groups utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Christian Counseling. She enjoys facilitating groups focused on building coping skills, and support groups for young marrieds and parents who may be feeling challenged in their journey. Yolanda areas of specialty are:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Relationships
- Conflict Resolution
- Communicating in Relationships
- Behavioral Modification
- Life Transitions
- Spirituality
Yolanda provides a safe place where you can unpack the things that weigh you down, a space where you can honestly look at the challenges in front of you and find the power you need to invoke change.
Christian Counseling - OPTION
Yolanda has been an active Christ follower for 10 years and is currently enrolled in a biblical studies program. Her heart's desire is to come alongside people of faith as they seek spiritual healing and renewal on their journey to abundant and joyful living. She welcomes the opportunity to provide psychotherapy and counseling services that are rooted in Christian faith and biblical principles, for those who would prefer a biblical approach to therapy.
Yolanda sees clients virtually, and in person at our Glenview
Call today: (312) 544-0551
mayte martinez, msw
teniece harris, lcsw, msw
teniece harris, lcsw, msw
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Mayte is a warm, dedicated, and faith-integrated therapist with over 10 years of experience serving individuals, families, and youth in both clinical and educational settings. She holds a master’s degree in Social Work from the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. Flu
Ofrezco consejería en español.
Mayte is a warm, dedicated, and faith-integrated therapist with over 10 years of experience serving individuals, families, and youth in both clinical and educational settings. She holds a master’s degree in Social Work from the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Mayte brings a culturally responsive and spiritually sensitive approach to therapy.
Throughout her career, Mayte has supported clients through complex life challenges, including grief, anxiety, marital conflict, school stress, and emotional regulation. She has provided counseling in diverse environments—from hospitals and schools to mental health centers—always with a deep sense of compassion and commitment to each individual’s growth. Her style is integrative and strength-based, and she is particularly gifted at helping individuals reconnect with their values, faith, and personal resilience.
Specialty & Intervention Approach
Mayte uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Christian Counseling Theory, and works with individuals, couples, and families ages 16 to geriatric. She welcomes clients of all backgrounds and specializes in:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Grief & Loss Support
- Parenting
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication
- Life transitions
- Stress Management
- Anger Management
- Adolescent support and school-related challenges
- Culturally responsive therapy for Spanish-speaking clients
Option - Christian Counseling
In addition to her clinical work, Mayte is an ordained minister, worship leader, and teacher of crisis intervention in faith-based settings. She is currently pursuing her doctorate in Comprehensive Theological Counseling. She is able to incorporate biblical truths and concepts in the therapeutic setting for individuals who choose a more biblical approach to counseling.
teniece harris, lcsw, msw
teniece harris, lcsw, msw
teniece harris, lcsw, msw
Teniece is a warm and compassionate psychotherapist with a Master of Social Work degree focused on Clinical Mental Health from the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Jane Addams College of Social Work. She brings 10 years of experience and a rich blend of professional expertise and personal insight to her work with adults ages 21 and old
Teniece is a warm and compassionate psychotherapist with a Master of Social Work degree focused on Clinical Mental Health from the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Jane Addams College of Social Work. She brings 10 years of experience and a rich blend of professional expertise and personal insight to her work with adults ages 21 and older. Teniece is especially passionate about helping professionals who feel weighed down by past trauma, fear, anxiety, or depression—those who know they’re capable of more but feel stuck.
With a heart for healing and a practical, down-to-earth style, Teniece partners with clients to uncover the barriers that keep them from thriving. Together, you’ll work to build greater self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and move toward a life of peace, purpose, and fulfillment. She desires to partner with individuals to identify and break down barriers, grow in self-awareness, develop coping skills, and find peace, joy, balance, and fulfillment in their lives.
Specialties & Intervention Approach
Teniece uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy, and Crisis Intervention. She specializes in the areas of:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Sel-Esteem
- Grief
- Panic Disorder
- Trauma
- Life Transitions
- Career Transition
- Parenting
- Relationship Stress
Call today: (312) 544-0551
Administration
MIA CORDERO | INTAKE COORDINATOR & PROGRAM ASSISTANT
Mia is a Spanish-speaking, married mother of one who brings exceptional organizational skills, administrative experience, and a strong work ethic to support the clients and clinicians of InTouch Mind Health, PLLC. In addition to overseeing billing and receivables, Mia is dedicated to providing excellent customer care, helping ensure a welcoming and responsive experience for all who reach out for services.
A committed Christian, Mia enjoys leading Bible studies and mentoring young women in their faith and personal growth. She is also the founder of NoSabo, a growing catering business that showcases Puerto Rican cuisine with a unique Chicago flair.
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All Clinicians are In-Network with Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois, Cigna, and United Health Care PPO plans. All other health insurance carriers are billed out-of-network. Clients are responsible for all deductibles and out-of-pocket costs.