Restore Counseling & Recovery

There is a quote from Alice in Wonderland that says...” When you can’t look on the bright side, I will sit with you in the dark.  Kris welcomes you to the therapeutic approach in which when you struggle to see the bright side, I will guide you to find the light. I will sit with you through the dark times but also guide you back when you are ready. I will be that shoulder to cry on and those ears ready to listen when you want help & change. I will be these for you because others have been me. 

 

Kris has been in the counseling field since 2005 and is passionate about helping both children and adults who struggle with mental health issues. Kris shares a commitment to providing compassionate, client-centered care and these values are her central approach Kris believes that therapy should meet individuals where they are, offering a safe and supportive environment where clients can take the lead in their journey toward personal growth.   

 

Experience: 

• Restore Counseling & Recovery - October 2025 - present 

  - Licensed Professional Counselor   

 

• Sinnissippi Centers - March 2014 - October 2025 

  - Behavioral Health Clinician Blended (ages 7+) 

  - ACRA Services Team Leader 

  

•  Gateway Foundation - August 2011 – February 2014 

  - Adolescent IOP Program Coordinator and Clinician 

  

• Rosecrance – June 2005 - July 2010  - Addictions Counselor 

  - Primary Addictions Counselor 

 - Unit Counselor 

  

Education: 

• Masters of Science in Community Counseling from National-Louis University. 

• Bachelors of Science with a double major in Psychology & Sociology from Norther/n Illinois University. 

  

Specialties: 

• Depression 

• Anxiety/Phobia 

• Trauma, Grief, and PTSD 

• Autism (Mild-Moderate) 

• Behavioral Issues: ADHD, Opposition, Emotional Regulation & Parent Education for Children ages 7+  

• Mood Disorders 

  

 

Professional Affiliations: 

• National Counseling Association.