Meet the Team

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Ofrezco consejería en español. Yvette founded InTouch Mind Health, PLLC, where she serves as Clinical Services Director and Psychotherapist. As a state licensed clinician, she holds a Master of Social Work degree with an emphasis in Clinical Mental Health from Loyola University of Chicago. Early in her career, Yvette worked within the Pilsen Little Village community, providing counseling services to adults, families, and children. She later focused on crisis intervention in various hospitals throughout Chicagoland before establishing her own practice, Therapy4U-Chicago, in 2010. In response to the increased demand for mental health services during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, Yvette founded InTouch Mind Health. She enjoys working with individuals of all ages but specializes in young adults. 

Married for 35 years and a mother of one adult son, Yvette brings years of clinical and life experience to the therapeutic setting.

Specialty & Intervention Approach

Yvette employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused, and Narrative Therapy interventions in her psychotherapy sessions with adults and utilizes Play Therapy for children. Her approach is interactive and personal, and she offers services in both English and Spanish. Her areas of specialty include: 

• Mood & Anxiety Disorders
• Relationships
• Communication & Conflict Resolution
• Pre-Marital & Marriage Counseling
• Life Transitions
• Spirituality, and Grief & Loss. 

Faith-Based Counseling Option

Additionally, Yvette provides Christian counseling for those who wish to incorporate their faith into the therapeutic process. As a practicing Christian with a background in biblical theology from Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois, she integrates biblical truths and concepts into her counseling services for individuals seeking a faith-based approach. 

Yvette offers psychotherapy both virtually and in person from our Chicago office. 

Call today: (312) 544-0551.

Hello, I am Yolanda, a licensed psychotherapist with a Master of Social Work degree from Loyola University of Chicago. I consider it a true privilege to walk with clients as they courageously open themselves to healing and transformation. My desire is to provide compassionate counseling services in an inclusive and soul-sensitive space where you feel safe to explore life’s challenges—whether that means navigating independence, working through identity and relationship struggles, parenting, or balancing the demands of higher education. As a married mother of three children in a blended family, I know that every season of life, even the most difficult, carries the potential for growth, renewal, and peace, and I count it an honor to support you as you move toward emotional and spiritual freedom and a more life-giving and purposeful life.

My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you unpack the things that weigh you down, a space where you can honestly look at the challenges in front of you and find the strength you need to invoke change. 

Specialties & Intervention Approach

I provide psychotherapy services to individuals and groups using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Christian counseling. I especially enjoy facilitating groups that focus on building coping skills, as well as support groups for young couples and parents who may feel challenged in their journey. My areas of specialty include:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Relationships
• Conflict Resolution 
• Communicating in Relationships 
• Behavioral Modification 
• Life Transitions 
• Spirituality

Christian Counseling - OPTION 

My faith shapes both who I am and how I walk with clients in the counseling room. I believe the truth of Scripture brings hope and direction, and I love weaving that together with proven clinical practices to support lasting change. For those who want a faith-based approach, I offer therapy that is rooted in biblical principles while also grounded in clinical excellence. It’s my joy to come alongside you, offering guidance and encouragement as you move toward greater wholeness, freedom, and joy.

Yolanda sees clients virtually in Illinois and Indiana 

Call today: (312) 544-0551.

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Ofrezco consejería en español. Hello, I’m Mayte. I deeply honor the therapeutic relationship and see it as a sacred invitation—one I never take lightly. Each time a client allows me to step into their story, I consider it a privilege to walk alongside them in their healing and transformative journey. I hold a deep belief that every individual carries inherent worth, value, and purpose, and I seek to create a space where you feel truly seen, deeply heard, and supported in your growth. As a therapist with more than 20 years of experience in counseling services, caring for people as a clinician and a pastor's wife, I draw from personal and professional experience, using evidence-based practices while tailoring my psychotherapy approach to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. I am passionate about helping people build authentic connections, strengthen their relationships, and experience both emotional and spiritual well-being. 

Whether you are navigating grief, stress, depression, anxiety, relational struggles, or life transitions, I am committed to helping you identify your strengths, build resilience, and move forward with clarity, peace, and joy. 

Specialty & Intervention Approach 

I work with individuals, couples, and families ages 16 and older, in both English and Spanish. My therapeutic style is integrative and strength-based, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Christian counseling principles. Some of my areas of specialty include:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Grief & Loss
• Parenting,
• Conflict Resolution,
• Communication,
• Life transitions,
• Stress Management,
• Anger Management,
• Culturally responsive therapy for Spanish-speaking clients. 

Christian Counseling - OPTION

In addition to my clinical work, I am an ordained minister, worship leader, and teacher of crisis intervention in faith-based settings. I am also pursuing a doctorate in Comprehensive Theological Counseling. For clients who desire a more biblical approach, I integrate Scripture and Christian principles into therapy, offering a space where faith and psychology work together to bring renewal and transformation. 

Mayte sees clients virtually in Illinois and Indiana 

Call today: (312) 544-0551

Ofrezco consejería en español. 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 providing psychotherapy, counseling services, and as a 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 Christian counseling to clients of faith. 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
• Depression
• Trauma
• Relationships
• Conflict Resolution
• Marriage and Family (Nuclear & Blended)
• Communication
• 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 providing support 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.

Shari offers virtual sessions only in Illinois & Indiana 

Call Today (312) 544-0551

Teniece is a warm and compassionate psychotherapist who holds a Master of Social Work degree focused on Clinical Mental Health from the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Jane Adams College of Social Work. With 16 years of experience, she offers a rich blend of professional expertise and personal insight in her counseling services for adults ages 21 and older. Teniece is particularly passionate about providing Christian counseling to professionals who feel weighed down by past trauma, fear, anxiety, or depression—individuals 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 employs various psychotherapy methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Crisis Intervention. She specializes in the areas of: 

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Panic disorder
• Trauma
• Self-Esteem
• Grief 
• Life Transitions 
• Career Transition
• Parenting
• Relationship Stress 

Teniece sees clients virtually only in Illinois

Call today: (312) 544-0551

Adam serves InTouch Mind Health as the interim intake coordinator and accounts receivable clerk, ensuring a seamless intake process and a positive experience for every client seeking counseling services. His attention to detail and commitment to excellent service support the efficiency and professionalism of the practice’s daily operations. 

Adam is a bilingual, emerging entrepreneur. He holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from North Park University and recently founded a company focused on precision and quality in automotive calibration services. 

Outside of work, Adam enjoys traveling, backpacking, hiking, fishing, and finding balance through faith, relationships, and the simple moments that recharge his spirit.