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1222 N Eola Road Aurora, Illinois 60502 P: (847) 868-3435 F: (847) 859-5885 Map |
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Elizabeth Holtz, LCPC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
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Education: Benedictine University, Lisle Campus
Phone: (847) 868-3435
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Office Location: Aurora, IL & Barrington, IL, & McHenry, IL
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Specialties: Adult Individual and Couples therapy; ADHD and family issues related to diagnoses; Developmental Disabilities such as Asperger’s Syndrome and Autistic Spectrum disorders; Gerontology; Mood disorders and Anxiety
I always congratulate clients if they have taken the first step of seeking therapy/counseling. I believe that seeking treatment for oneself is a sign of health although many would associate it with pathology. Therapy is certainly not about advice but about a safe place to bring issues and put them on the table. A therapist is more of a “life witness” than a judge. Clients usually have enough judges and advice givers in their social circle. A good therapist provides resources, educational materials, positive mirroring, techniques to manage symptoms and hopefully joins with the client in acknowledging their world view. A good therapist allows clients to learn from mistakes while providing guidelines to help avoid pitfalls. Providing a client with the tools to take charge of their own life rather than allow them to feel victimized goes beyond simply supportive therapy. Certainly providing structure and setting goals is as central as healthy confrontation when appropriate. None of this can happen, however, if the therapy is not person-centered and based on the individual client’s needs and perceptions.
Elizabeth is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She obtained her Masters Degree from Benedictine University, and her B.S. in Psychology from North Central College, Naperville. Elizabeth has worked in physician’s offices, with Catholic Charities and DCFS, in nursing and rehabilitation, in a village counseling center and shelter in Downers Grove and in several private practices including her own. She has extensive experience with adults, couples and senior citizens.
Elizabeth’s ongoing professional interests include Autism spectrum disorders, Alzheimer’s Disease and research regarding neurological testing advances especially with regard to ADHD. In addition to her work at Portrait Health Centers, Elizabeth works as a Social Service Director in a Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Naperville. Elizabeth is single and has three grown children.
Phone: (847) 868-3435
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Office Location: Aurora, IL & Barrington, IL, & McHenry, IL
Schedule Appointment Online (Aurora Office)
Specialties: Adult Individual and Couples therapy; ADHD and family issues related to diagnoses; Developmental Disabilities such as Asperger’s Syndrome and Autistic Spectrum disorders; Gerontology; Mood disorders and Anxiety
I always congratulate clients if they have taken the first step of seeking therapy/counseling. I believe that seeking treatment for oneself is a sign of health although many would associate it with pathology. Therapy is certainly not about advice but about a safe place to bring issues and put them on the table. A therapist is more of a “life witness” than a judge. Clients usually have enough judges and advice givers in their social circle. A good therapist provides resources, educational materials, positive mirroring, techniques to manage symptoms and hopefully joins with the client in acknowledging their world view. A good therapist allows clients to learn from mistakes while providing guidelines to help avoid pitfalls. Providing a client with the tools to take charge of their own life rather than allow them to feel victimized goes beyond simply supportive therapy. Certainly providing structure and setting goals is as central as healthy confrontation when appropriate. None of this can happen, however, if the therapy is not person-centered and based on the individual client’s needs and perceptions.
Elizabeth is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She obtained her Masters Degree from Benedictine University, and her B.S. in Psychology from North Central College, Naperville. Elizabeth has worked in physician’s offices, with Catholic Charities and DCFS, in nursing and rehabilitation, in a village counseling center and shelter in Downers Grove and in several private practices including her own. She has extensive experience with adults, couples and senior citizens.
Elizabeth’s ongoing professional interests include Autism spectrum disorders, Alzheimer’s Disease and research regarding neurological testing advances especially with regard to ADHD. In addition to her work at Portrait Health Centers, Elizabeth works as a Social Service Director in a Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Naperville. Elizabeth is single and has three grown children.
Joy Lockett, MS, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor
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Education: National Louis University
Phone: (847) 868-3435
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Office Location: Aurora, IL & Oak Brook, IL & Chicago, IL
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Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Infertility, Life Transitions, Trauma, Relational Issues, Coping Skills, Parenting, Self-Esteem, LGBT Concerns, Co-Occurring Disorders, Substance Abuse, individuals (adults, young adults, adolescence/teens, geriatric), family therapy, couples therapy
Joy uses her compassion and down-to-earth nature to provide an environment where clients can feel safe to be their authentic selves. She understands that seeking change, or something different, is not an easy process. Joy forms collaborative partnerships with her clients when developing therapeutic goals and a plan for care. She uses mindfulness, empathy and insight to aid in the empowerment of clients. In addition, Joy also utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and family systems theory techniques. Joy works with individuals, couples and families.
Joy received her Masters of Science in Community Counseling through National Louis University. She has experience working with adults on a psychiatric unit in a hospital and at-risk youth at a residential treatment facility. Joy also has experience providing grief counseling services. In addition, she has provided services to families within the community. Joy became interested in family systems theory and grief counseling while receiving her undergraduate degree at North Central College in Naperville, where she doubled majored in psychology and sociology.
Phone: (847) 868-3435
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Office Location: Aurora, IL & Oak Brook, IL & Chicago, IL
Schedule Appointment Online (Aurora Office)
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Infertility, Life Transitions, Trauma, Relational Issues, Coping Skills, Parenting, Self-Esteem, LGBT Concerns, Co-Occurring Disorders, Substance Abuse, individuals (adults, young adults, adolescence/teens, geriatric), family therapy, couples therapy
Joy uses her compassion and down-to-earth nature to provide an environment where clients can feel safe to be their authentic selves. She understands that seeking change, or something different, is not an easy process. Joy forms collaborative partnerships with her clients when developing therapeutic goals and a plan for care. She uses mindfulness, empathy and insight to aid in the empowerment of clients. In addition, Joy also utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and family systems theory techniques. Joy works with individuals, couples and families.
Joy received her Masters of Science in Community Counseling through National Louis University. She has experience working with adults on a psychiatric unit in a hospital and at-risk youth at a residential treatment facility. Joy also has experience providing grief counseling services. In addition, she has provided services to families within the community. Joy became interested in family systems theory and grief counseling while receiving her undergraduate degree at North Central College in Naperville, where she doubled majored in psychology and sociology.
Natalie Van Beek, RDN, LDN
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
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Education: Dominican University
Phone: (847) 868-3435
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Office Location: Hinsdale, IL & Aurora, IL
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Specialties: Eating disorders, carbohydrate counting, weight management/loss, gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, prediabetes/diabetes, kidney disease, heart health (including nutrition therapy for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, hyperlipidemia, CHF), hypertension, hyperlipidemia, food allergies/intolerance, celiac disease, GERD, cancer, sports nutrition, medical nutrition therapy, vegetarian/vegan diet, nutrition and exercise, mindful/intuitive eating, menu and meal planning, healthy eating on a budget, grocery store tours, corporate wellness, disease prevention/risk reduction, nutrition across the life cycle, healthy recipe modification, diet therapy, wellness coaching, non-diet approach, nutrition education and general nutrition counseling
I am a Registered and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in nutrition and dietetics from Dominican University, where I also completed my dietetic internship. I have experience in nutrition counseling with clients of all ages and varying conditions in clinical and community settings as well as the food industry and business.
In my own life and as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I have experienced firsthand that improving ones’ nutrition means improving ones’ overall well-being. I believe that proper nutrition is a solid foundation for preventing and controlling numerous health issues and diseases, and eating should be an enjoyable experience that fuels our bodies to function optimally. My nutrition philosophy is built around using real, whole foods to achieve optimal health. I don’t believe there is a “one size fits all” diet out there because no two people are the same. With my individualized, client-centered approach to nutrition counseling, my clients and I will work together to dig deeper into the root cause of what is preventing them from reaching a desired health outcome and set them up with the tools needed for lifelong success.
Using the most up to date evidence-based nutrition research, I provide my clients with the knowledge and guidance necessary to make appropriate nutrition choices for a wide range of conditions, including, but not limited to: food intolerances and allergies, heart health, diabetes and prediabetes, eating disorders, GI disorders, hypertension, kidney disease, high cholesterol, as well as weight loss or weight management.
In my free time, you can find me cooking up a new recipe, out on the tennis courts, or spending the day with friends and family.
If you are someone who is interested in making long-term health changes and working with my personalized nutrition services, I would love to provide you with the nutrition education and positive, non-judgmental support so that you can make your own healthy choices and discover your healthiest self.
Phone: (847) 868-3435
Email Me
Office Location: Hinsdale, IL & Aurora, IL
Schedule Appointment Online (Aurora Office)
Specialties: Eating disorders, carbohydrate counting, weight management/loss, gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, prediabetes/diabetes, kidney disease, heart health (including nutrition therapy for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, hyperlipidemia, CHF), hypertension, hyperlipidemia, food allergies/intolerance, celiac disease, GERD, cancer, sports nutrition, medical nutrition therapy, vegetarian/vegan diet, nutrition and exercise, mindful/intuitive eating, menu and meal planning, healthy eating on a budget, grocery store tours, corporate wellness, disease prevention/risk reduction, nutrition across the life cycle, healthy recipe modification, diet therapy, wellness coaching, non-diet approach, nutrition education and general nutrition counseling
I am a Registered and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in nutrition and dietetics from Dominican University, where I also completed my dietetic internship. I have experience in nutrition counseling with clients of all ages and varying conditions in clinical and community settings as well as the food industry and business.
In my own life and as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I have experienced firsthand that improving ones’ nutrition means improving ones’ overall well-being. I believe that proper nutrition is a solid foundation for preventing and controlling numerous health issues and diseases, and eating should be an enjoyable experience that fuels our bodies to function optimally. My nutrition philosophy is built around using real, whole foods to achieve optimal health. I don’t believe there is a “one size fits all” diet out there because no two people are the same. With my individualized, client-centered approach to nutrition counseling, my clients and I will work together to dig deeper into the root cause of what is preventing them from reaching a desired health outcome and set them up with the tools needed for lifelong success.
Using the most up to date evidence-based nutrition research, I provide my clients with the knowledge and guidance necessary to make appropriate nutrition choices for a wide range of conditions, including, but not limited to: food intolerances and allergies, heart health, diabetes and prediabetes, eating disorders, GI disorders, hypertension, kidney disease, high cholesterol, as well as weight loss or weight management.
In my free time, you can find me cooking up a new recipe, out on the tennis courts, or spending the day with friends and family.
If you are someone who is interested in making long-term health changes and working with my personalized nutrition services, I would love to provide you with the nutrition education and positive, non-judgmental support so that you can make your own healthy choices and discover your healthiest self.
Portrait Health Patient Coordinators
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Phone: (847) 868-3435
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*Available at all Portrait Health Centers Locations
As the title implies, a Patient Coordinator is the guide who literally takes your hand and leads you through the initial evaluation and serves as your advocate when the team of specialists design personalized treatment plans. Nobody should ever have to walk alone when learning about the treatment options and deciphering between myths and facts in healthcare. A Portrait Health Patient Coordinator will educate you and your family on the latest treatment options and will work to ensure that the focus remains on identifying the cause, and not merely treating the outward symptoms the patient is experiencing. Each Portrait Health Patient Coordinator is experienced in pediatric, adolescent, adult and senior care, and becomes your guide and advocate at Portrait Health Centers. Contact us to speak with a Patient Coordinator.
Email Me
*Available at all Portrait Health Centers Locations
As the title implies, a Patient Coordinator is the guide who literally takes your hand and leads you through the initial evaluation and serves as your advocate when the team of specialists design personalized treatment plans. Nobody should ever have to walk alone when learning about the treatment options and deciphering between myths and facts in healthcare. A Portrait Health Patient Coordinator will educate you and your family on the latest treatment options and will work to ensure that the focus remains on identifying the cause, and not merely treating the outward symptoms the patient is experiencing. Each Portrait Health Patient Coordinator is experienced in pediatric, adolescent, adult and senior care, and becomes your guide and advocate at Portrait Health Centers. Contact us to speak with a Patient Coordinator.
