Clinicians and Staff
I was born and raised in Dalian, a harbor city of a 6-million population in Northern China. I spent most of my childhood with my grandparents, who taught me Chinese traditional virtues and responsibilities. I obtained a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature at Northeastern University in China. I came to America at age 23 and obtained a Master’s Degree in Human Services, majoring in Child and Family Studies, in 2006. In 2014, I obtained a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. During the years, I have worked at various mental health places, such as community mental health centers, correctional facilities, Illinois state government, and private practice. Learn more...
Mitchell Davenport, LCPC, CCATP
Mitchell has over 30 years of experience in counseling in both the public and private sectors. He has successfully worked with all ages on many issues. Mitchell has experience with outpatient, inpatient, and in-home counseling. Mitchell has provided extraordinary services in his career, including traveling to NYC to service 911 survivors. He was asked train at the State Convention for NAMI and for the World Congress of the American Counseling Association. Learn more...
I consider people to be the experts of their own lives. My role is to assist people by creating a safe and relaxed environment where they are able to grow trust and comfortably identify and work toward their goals. I am here to listen non-judgmentally, pose questions and ideas to foster positive changes to thinking and behavioral patterns, support the growth of healthy relationships, and assist in the improvement of daily functioning, emotional regulation, and the use of healthy coping mechanisms. Learn more...
Offering counseling services and working with individuals of various backgrounds who have been through or are going through adverse life experiences is something that I value greatly. My personal approach when working with folks is one of collaboration; though I am an expert in the therapeutic process, the people that I work with are the experts when it comes to their lives and experiences. I seek to provide a safe, healing space where individuals can feel comfortable expressing themselves and offering support to them in a non-judgmental manner using a variety of different strategies. Learn more...
Office Staff: Antoinette
Antoinette Dillon is the day-time office assistant, a major player on the team. She does most of the office day-in day-out responsibilities, and much more. You name it, she is on top of it. Her professionalism, warmth, and a caring nature have been complimented by our staff, clinicians, and many clients.
Antoinette received her Bachelor's Degree from Western Illinois University-Quad Cities, majoring in Women's Studies.
In her leisure time, Antoinette enjoys spending time with her fiancé and their 3 kids, reading, drinking coffee, crafting, and doing outdoor activities.
Office Staff: Shalom
Shalom Schultz is the evening office assistant. She carries out the duties of filing, checking in and scheduling evening clients, and making sure the office is ready for the next day. Shalom earned her bachelor’s degree in graphic design with a minor in advertising from Pensacola Christian College.
She plans to earn her certifications in medical administrative assisting, coding and billing in the near future. In her leisure time, she enjoys doing freelance design work, drawing, painting, gardening, reading and spending time with her husband and son.
Maintenance: Jose
Jose Mendoza is in and out of the office, keeping all the facilities and equipment running and functioning.