Padera Therapy and Wellness

Padera Therapy and Wellness A holistic health and counseling center in Wheaton, Illinois. Talk therapy, art therapy, yoga therapy, somatic therapy, EMDR and more.
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We assist our clients with moving toward complete emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and physical wellness.

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) recognizes March as Social Work Month - a time to honor the mission of...
03/26/2026

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) recognizes March as Social Work Month - a time to honor the mission of the social work profession: to enhance human well-being, meet the basic human needs of all people, and put special attention on the needs and empowerment of people are vulnerable, oppressed and living in poverty.

NASW reminds us that the ability of Social Workers to uplift, defend and positively transform the millions of people they work with each day is needed now more than ever. Social Workers are on the front lines, helping individuals and communities so they can overcome personal and societal challenges and even thrive.

This month, we honor all of the Licensed Social Workers and Licensed Clinical Social Workers on the Padera Therapy team and thank them for the work they do for our community and clients!

Angie Young, LCSW
Diamari Velez, LCSW
Jon Matthew, LSW
Rosangela Maldonado, LSW
Sarah Guarini, LSW
Michelle Fox, LSW

Does the thought of setting up a therapy appointment feel overwhelming? Maybe you don't know where to begin, or what kin...
03/17/2026

Does the thought of setting up a therapy appointment feel overwhelming? Maybe you don't know where to begin, or what kind of therapist would be best for you. Perhaps you don't even know if your insurance covers mental healthcare at all! Lucky for you, Padera Therapy offers a simple guide to start and manage the process.

☎️ By Phone: Call (630) 940-6828, ext. 1. Our intake coordinator will walk you through the process and provide therapists that match your needs and availability, and answer any questions you may have.

💻 Online: Learn about our team and read their detailed bios. Fill out our online form, and you’ll be contacted by phone, text or email - your choice!

📆 Made a decision? Set up a free 15-minute phone consult or schedule your sessions!

✅You’re booked! We’ll send electronic documents to complete - and verify your insurance benefits, too!

Contact us today or visit us at www.paderatherapy.com.

Interested in therapy for yourself or your child? Contact us to get more information or to set up a complimentary phone ...
03/16/2026

Interested in therapy for yourself or your child? Contact us to get more information or to set up a complimentary phone consult with any of these four therapists at Padera Therapy and Wellness.

Nadeen Elkhatib
play therapy • Muslim mental health • trauma • culturally sensitive care • kids ages 5+, women 18+
https://paderatherapy.com/nadeen-elkhatib

Bria Williams-Roby
racial issues • anxiety • substance use • women’s issues • ages 13+, couples
https://paderatherapy.com/briawilliamsroby

Michelle Fox
teens • anxiety • depression • grief • trauma • ages 14+
https://paderatherapy.com/michellefox

Leigh Heckman
grief • somatic therapy • mindfulness • spirituality • women 18+
https://paderatherapy.com/leigh-heckman

All therapists are in network with Aetna, Anthem, BCBS PPO and Cigna.

Join the Creative Writing for Emotional Release workshop with Angie Young, LCSW on Tuesday, April 7. Based in Narrative ...
03/06/2026

Join the Creative Writing for Emotional Release workshop with Angie Young, LCSW on Tuesday, April 7. Based in Narrative Therapy, Emotional Processing and Somatic Release, you will use prompts such as songs, poetry and art to explore giving a voice to heavier emotions and intrusive thoughts. The workshop is free, but you must pre-register. To sign up, email angie@paderatherapy.com.

To learn more about Angie, visit https://paderatherapy.com/angie-young.

During Black History Month, it's important to acknowledge cultural barriers to care for Black Americans - as well as hig...
02/24/2026

During Black History Month, it's important to acknowledge cultural barriers to care for Black Americans - as well as highlight the Black therapists that are representing and empowering their community, day in and day out.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness reports that approximately 20% of Black American adults report having a mental health condition, yet they are 36% less likely than white adults to receive treatment. While reporting high rates of distress, only about 39% of Black adults with mental illness receive care, often due to systemic, financial, and cultural barriers.

Licensed Professional Counselor Bria Williams-Roby got into the field to help shift all that. She shares, "It is important for BIPOC populations to have a safe space to understand, acknowledge, and pull back the layers of the oppression, trauma, and systemic discrimination that impacts mental health. There is beauty in being a part of such a rich, cultural background. So many of our ancestors have fought for us to be here, and it is our duty to carry on that legacy during Black History Month, and beyond. As a Black woman, I am committed to promoting diversity, equity, justice, and inclusion."

If you're interested in exploring therapy with Bria, visit us online at https://paderatherapy.com/briawilliamsroby. Bria sees clients ages 13+ and specializes in substance use, anxiety, BIPOC and/or marginalized groups, women's health, chronic pain, self-esteem, life transitions, trauma, boundaries, ADHD, & communication issues.

Check out Bria's Recommendations:
*The Unapologetic Guide To Black Mental Health by Rheeda Walker, PhD
*Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab
*Podcast: “Therapy For Black Girls”
*Black-Owned Business: Coffee, Hip-Hop & Mental Health Cafe, Chicago

Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim clients, therapists, loved ones and friends - may you have a Blessed Ramadan, and find thi...
02/17/2026

Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim clients, therapists, loved ones and friends - may you have a Blessed Ramadan, and find this time filled with peace, renewal, prosperity, good health, and joy for you and your family. Much love from all of us at Padera Therapy!

We are thrilled to welcome our new therapist, Bria Williams-Roby! Bria is a Licensed Professional Counselor, working wit...
02/17/2026

We are thrilled to welcome our new therapist, Bria Williams-Roby! Bria is a Licensed Professional Counselor, working with ages 13+ to navigate racial issues, anxiety, substance use, women's health, trauma, ADHD and much more.

Bria's approach heavily features narrative therapy, a form of psychotherapy that focuses on helping individuals understand and change their life stories, and she's described by clients as empathetic, genuine and a great listener. Bria also enjoys working with seniors, pregnant and new moms, couples, folks that were formerly incarcerated, and BIPOC and marginalized groups.

Bria has virtual or in-person openings starting Monday, March 16. She is in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Aetna, Anthem and Cigna/Evernorth.

Learn more and contact us to book a session:
https://paderatherapy.com/briawilliamsroby

If you're a mental health clinician looking for a new place to land, we are hiring for full-time providers! Conveniently...
02/16/2026

If you're a mental health clinician looking for a new place to land, we are hiring for full-time providers! Conveniently located to many Chicagoland suburbs, in the heart of Wheaton, our office environment is warm, supportive, progressive, diverse, and full of passionate, experienced professionals.

We value work/life balance for our therapists and have frequent team get-togethers to build connection and community. We believe in creating meaningful change for clients through evidence-based and holistic treatment approaches. In addition, we have intake, marketing and insurance/billing support on staff. Contact us athttps://paderatherapy.com/job-opportunities.

Now a staple and favorite food of many, pizza was originally created in the 16th century as an inexpensive street food f...
02/09/2026

Now a staple and favorite food of many, pizza was originally created in the 16th century as an inexpensive street food for those living in poverty. In the 1800's, the creativity and expansion of different toppings brought pizza to the masses - although it was still mainly created by bakeries and meant to be eaten while walking through town. The humble beginnings of pizza bring us back to the sense of comfort and community that it provides when shared with family and friends. Today we celebrate National Pizza Day by learning the favorite orders of our Padera Therapy team! Where are you getting a slice today? 🍕Let us know YOUR favorite place!

Ralph the Therapy Dog was already awesome, but now he's even cooler! Ralph was recently named a Canine Good Citizen, pas...
01/28/2026

Ralph the Therapy Dog was already awesome, but now he's even cooler! Ralph was recently named a Canine Good Citizen, passing his test through the American Kennel Club! Canine Good Citizen is a 10-skill test that teaches good manners to dogs and responsible dog ownership to their owners. The test is often used for emotional support animals or therapy dogs to ensure appropriate behavior and temperament. Ralph works alongside our therapist, Sarah Guarini, to provide animal-assisted therapy to her clients. Congrats to both Sarah and Ralph on this accomplishment!

Learn about Sarah:
https://paderatherapy.com/sarah-guarini
Learn about Ralph:
https://paderatherapy.com/ralph

We are thrilled to welcome our new therapist, Michelle Fox! Michelle is a Licensed Social Worker helping high schoolers ...
01/27/2026

We are thrilled to welcome our new therapist, Michelle Fox! Michelle is a Licensed Social Worker helping high schoolers and adults navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress and life transitions. She has virtual or in-person openings starting Monday, February 9. Michelle is in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Aetna, Anthem and Cigna/Evernorth. Welcome, Michelle! We are so happy to have you on the Padera Therapy team!

Learn more and contact us to book a session:
https://paderatherapy.com/michellefox

If you're a mental health clinician looking for a new place to land, we'd love to hear from you. We are conveniently loc...
01/26/2026

If you're a mental health clinician looking for a new place to land, we'd love to hear from you. We are conveniently located to many Chicagoland suburbs, in the heart of Wheaton, Illinois. Our office environment is warm, supportive and full of passionate, experienced professionals. We value work/life balance for our therapists, and have frequent team get-togethers to build connection and community. We believe in creating meaningful change for clients through evidence-based and holistic treatment approaches. In addition, we have intake, marketing and insurance/billing support on staff.

Learn more...
https://paderatherapy.com/job-opportunities

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2100 Manchester Road Suite 1420
Wheaton, IL
60187

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 3pm

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