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Not Just a Place to Vent

Therapy in Merrillville, IN & Chicago, IL that helps you actually move forward

Call or Text Us: (219)-237-4059

In-network with: Aetna & BCBS PPO
Private pay options available
Sessions for $35 with interns

Find the Right Therapist

Meet Our Therapists

Our team offers a range of specialties, approaches, and price points so you can find the right fit.

Yasmin Ramos, MA, LMHCA, NCC

Best fit for:

Individuals seeking support with self-exploration, identity, relationships, cultural experiences, and life transitions in a warm, collaborative space. Therapy is available in English and Spanish

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Elizabeth Hackney, MS, LMFT

Best fit for:

maternal mental health, identity work, and trauma-informed care

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Keegan Salisbury, MS, LMFTA/ALMFT

Best fit for:

Individuals exploring identity, self-discovery, relationships, gender and sexuality, or working through trauma and past experiences.

Our interns offer reduced-fee sessions and are a great option if you’re looking for affordable support without sacrificing high-quality care and supervision.

Low-Cost Therapy Options

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Ailina Casas, BS, MFT Intern

Best fit for: lower-cost therapy ($35), individuals, couples, and families

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Stephanie Peng, BS, MFT Intern

Best fit for: lower-cost therapy ($35), individuals, couples, and families

Not Sure Who to Book With?

Choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming. Here’s a simple way to get started:

  • Looking for a lower-cost option → Work with one of our interns

  • Want support with trauma or past experiences → Work with a trauma-informed therapist

  • Looking for individual support → We’ll help match you with a therapist based on your goals and needs

  • Not sure where to start → We’ll help match you with the right fit

Help Me Choose

How Our Approach is Different

  • We don’t just listen — we help you shift patterns

  • We balance support with direct, thoughtful challenge

  • We focus on real, measurable change

  • We work collaboratively, so you’re not doing this alone, but you’re also not stuck

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Ready for therapy that actually helps you move forward?

You don’t have to keep feeling stuck. We’ll help you find the right therapist and take the next step forward.