Patchwork-Therapy

02/19/2026

Inclusion is a verb.
It’s the active choice to make everyone feel welcome.
Whether in our Elmhurst or Downers Grove offices, we are dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive space for all identities.

02/18/2026

More than just a mug. ☕️✨

Do you have a favorite mug? One that you reach for every morning, even if others are clean and ready to go?

Maybe it’s the one that holds your coffee perfectly, or the one that just makes you feel "warm on the insides" before you even take a sip. At Patchwork Therapy, we call these small joys "glimmers." They are literal and figurative anchors that help us feel a little more grounded when the world feels a bit chaotic.

Whether it has a funny quote, a beautiful pattern, or it’s a chipped souvenir from a favorite trip—we want to hear about it!

Tell us: What does your favorite mug look like? Or better yet, post a photo of it in the comments! 👇

02/18/2026

🌙 We wish a peaceful and blessed Ramadan to our Muslim community members.
We honor your month of reflection, prayer, and community.
Patchwork Therapy supports all spiritual journeys as part of mental wellness.

02/17/2026

Happy Lunar New Year! Today marks the start of the Year of the Horse. 🧧

In the Chinese Zodiac, the Horse represents energy, strength, and forward momentum. At Patchwork Therapy, we honor the diverse traditions that weave through our Elmhurst and Downers Grove communities. Whether you are looking for a fresh start or simply the strength to keep moving forward, we are here to walk alongside you.

Wishing our community a year filled with prosperity, resilience, and health.

02/17/2026

Laissez les bons temps rouler! Happy Mardi Gras! 🎷💚💛💜

Mardi Gras is a celebration of joy, color, and community—all things we love here at Patchwork Therapy. But beyond the masks and the parades, we believe in the importance of having a safe space where you can actually take the mask off. Today is about finding joy in the whimsy and being authentically you. How are you celebrating your "true self" today?

02/17/2026

Shedding the old, galloping into the new! 🐍 ➡️ 🐎

If you see someone slithering across the floor at our Elmhurst office today... don’t panic. It’s just us saying a literal goodbye to the Year of the Snake!

We are officially slithering out of the old season and making room for the vibrant, powerful energy that the Year of the Horse brings. Sometimes transitions are graceful, and sometimes they look like... well, this.

No matter how you’re moving into this new chapter, Patchwork Therapy is here to help you find your stride.

02/16/2026

"Therapy doesn’t require having all the answers." – Anna Van D**e, LSW 🎨✨

We are so excited to introduce Anna Van D**e, LSW, a Child & Family Therapist joining us at Patchwork Therapy!

Anna brings a unique spark to our team. Before becoming a therapist, she was a creative writer for a children’s educational gaming app! This imaginative background makes her an expert at finding playful, engaging ways to connect with kids and teens.

Anna’s Specialized Support:
🧩 Play Therapy: Helping younger children express emotions naturally.
🧠 CBT: Building healthier thought patterns for teens.
🛡️ Trauma-Informed Care: Creating a safe, supportive space for healing.
🏫 School & Family Stress: Navigating behavioral and academic challenges.

Anna believes that the most meaningful progress happens when families work as a team. She is here to walk alongside you and your child, making therapy a practical, empowering, and creative journey.

Help us welcome Anna to the Elmhurst and Downers Grove communities! 🧵

02/16/2026

How is your "patchwork" of wellness looking this week? Is there a piece that needs a little extra thread? We’re here if you need a place to stitch things back together.

02/16/2026

Random Acts of Kindness Week begins! ✨

A small gesture—a smile, a compliment, or a cup of coffee—can change the trajectory of someone's day.

What act of kindness will you share today?

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day!
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While today is often about others, we want to remind you that the most important relationship you will ever have is the one with yourself.
Practice some radical self-kindness today.

02/14/2026

02/13/2026

Happy "Galentine’s Day"!
Friendships are a vital part of our support system.
Take a moment to send a text to a friend who has been a "thread of support" in your life lately.