Behavioral & Mental Health
Healing the Mind and Body
Our team of psychiatry specialists use comprehensive care to treat major psychiatric disorders and promote mental well-being and may prescribe medication to help manage disorders and conditions as part of therapy.
Referrals to the behavioral health and psychiatry teams are made by the patient’s primary care provider. Patients may also request an evaluation/assessment.
Appointments are available both in-person and via telehealth.
Our Behavioral & Mental Health Services Include:
Individual counseling/therapy for children, adolescents, adults and seniorsFamily counseling/therapyCouples counselingSchool-based counseling and groupsGroup therapy (topics and availability varies)Parent communication workshops (schedule varies)Domestic violence counseling
Ongoing psychiatry services may include a treatment plan with medication management for the following health conditions:
Anxiety Bipolar DisorderDepression Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Panic Attacks (Panic Disorder)Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Postpartum DepressionSocial Anxiety Disorder
Behavioral & Mental Health Providers
Locations
Little Village Lawndale High School Campus
Jose Clemente Orozco Academy of Fine Arts & Sciences
Benito Juarez Community Academy
Western Avenue Medical Clinic
Morgan Street Medical Center
Berwyn Medical Center
Additional Languages
Spanish
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I strive to to create an environment in which everyone feels supported throughout their mental health and recovery journey.
Languages Spoken (other than English)
Spanish
Education
Northeastern Illinois University - BSW
University of Illinois at Chicago - MSW
Specialty
Behavioral Health
Locations
Request an appointment with Ana Coria Alvarez
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Ariana Sandoval, APRN, FNP-FPA, PMHNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Ariana Sandoval, APRN, FNP-FPA, PMHNP-BC
I am passionate about being a holistic provider. I try to understand every client on multiple levels. I work hard to understand the client, their symptoms and troubles in terms of their biology, unique psychology and emotional life, as well as their life circumstances. I like to tailor treatment to the individual with the help of the client.
Certifications
Double board certified by the American Nursing Credentialing Center for Family Practice and Psychiatry.
Languages Spoken (other than English)
Spanish
Education
Master of Science in Family Nurse Practitioner and Advanced Post Master's Education in Psychiatric Mental Health both from Lewis University in Romeovile, Illinois.
Specialty
Behavioral Health
Locations
Request an appointment with Ariana Sandoval
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I am passionate about improving national social programs, including education, healthcare, food security and housing as a human right. I became a counselor to help my client develop resiliency and improve their relationships with themselves and others.
Certifications
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
National Certified Counselor
Languages Spoken (other than English)
Spanish
Affiliations
National Board of Certified Counselors
Education
Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, graduated 2016
Specialty
Behavioral Health
Locations
Request an appointment with Daniel Vergara
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Estela Melgoza, PhD, LCPC
Director of Behavioral Health
Estela Melgoza, PhD, LCPC
Dr. Melgoza practices from the perspective that every individual possesses strength, has the resilience, and ability to overcome distress when provided with the needed support. She further believes that when provided with the coping skills, a safe space, and guidance, they can become their best selves.
Certifications
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and completed training in EMDR
Languages Spoken (other than English)
Spanish
Affiliations
Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association
Education
Completed a BA in Applied Psychology from the University of Illinois at Chicago, an MS in Counseling, and a PhD in Community Psychology from National-Louis University.
Specialty
Behavioral Health
Locations
Request an appointment with Estela Melgoza
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I am passionate about working with trauma survivors from interpersonal violence including domestic violence, sexual violence, and narcissistic abuse.
Certifications
Domestic Violence 40 hour training
Sexual Abuse 40 hour training
Grief Counseling and Loss 12 hour training
Narcissistic Abuse, Gaslighting, Emotional Manipulation 10 hour training
Affiliations
Alivio Medical Center
Education
Masters in Clinical Psychology
Specialty
Behavioral Health
Locations
Request an appointment with Karina Cisneros
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I am passionate in providing strength-based, need-driven, and trauma-informed clinical services for families, adults, and children to resolve crisis and cope effectively with mental challenges.
Certifications
National Certified Counselor
Languages Spoken (other than English)
Spanish
Education
Graduated from Dominican University in 2015 with a Bachelor of Arts in Clinical Psychology
Graduated from Adler University in 2018 with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Specialty
Behavioral Health
Locations
Request an appointment with Marissa Munoz
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I value compassion, understanding and making a difference in people’s lives. We form connections with our patients, guiding them through their emotional turmoil, and providing support. Witnessing positive changes in my patients’ lives and knowing that we made a difference is highly fulfilling.
Certifications
Child Psychiatrist
Languages Spoken (other than English)
Spanish
Affiliations
AACAP
Education
New Mexico University
Universidad Autonoma de Honduras
Specialty
Behavioral Health
Locations
Request an appointment with Mercy Perdomo
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I believe that culturally competent services for the Latinx community is crucial to be able to process and heal from any trauma. As a Black, Indigenous, Person of Color therapist, understanding the culture is as important as speaking the Spanish language.
Certifications
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 40 hours of training in both Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence.
Languages Spoken (other than English)
Spanish
Education
I have a Bachelor's Degree from University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign and a Master’s Degree from National Louis University.
Specialty
Behavioral Health
Locations
Request an appointment with Maritza Reyes
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I am passionate about supporting individuals on their journey toward mental and emotional well-being. I find great fulfillment in helping people build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and find meaning in their experiences. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their emotions and work toward healing and personal growth.
Certifications
40 hours domestic violence training
Languages Spoken (other than English)
Spanish
Education
Northeastern Illinois University — BSW
Loyola University — MSW
Specialty
Behavioral Health
Locations
Request an appointment with Rosalinda Gallegos
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Everyone deserves access to evidence-based medical care regardless of socioeconomic factors that is delivered with respect, dignity, trust and integrity.
Certifications
Family Nurse Practitioner under American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Certified Emergency Nurse under BCEN
Languages Spoken (other than English)
Spanish
Education
Master of Science in Nursing from North Park University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University
Specialty
Behavioral Health
Locations
Request an appointment with Ricardo Orozco
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