Dan Blair
LMFT, LCPC
Dan has worked 30 years in social service settings. Dan is experienced as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and is a trained, court-approved divorce mediator, Nationally Certified Parenting Coordinator, and a Certified Anger Management Specialist. He is a member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, the Professional Academy of Custody Experts, and the National Anger Management Association. He also serves on the McHenry County Board of Directors for the National Alliance on Mental Illness and supervises clinicians through the Mental Health Board. Dan not only has his own children, he has been a live-in houseparent, foster parent, a step-parent, a consultant to group homes and foster homes, and a Clinical Director. He enjoys his involvement in marriage and family ministry at church. He earned his B. A. in Psychology at Trinity College and his M. A. in Clinical Psychology at Wheaton College.
Sheri Mueller
LCPC
Sheri’s experience for more than 20 years has been walking beside individuals, couples, and families toward building healthier relationships. Oftentimes, life transitions can be difficult and we find ourselves in a rough chapter. If you’re looking for a counselor who passionately cares and wishes to connect with you in your commitment to change, growth, and healing, her desire is to provide an environment that is comforting and filled with lighthearted humor. Sheri’s training includes a B.A. in Human Services at Judson University, M.A. in Professional Counseling as Olivet Nazarene University and specialized training in domestic violence, sexual assault, and partner abuse intervention. She is certified by Prepare/Enrich, a leading assessment tool for couples and is the co-founder of an online digital non-profit ministry – www.marriagetrac.com
Carolyn Sanders
MSW
Carolyn Sanders is a Master’s level clinician whose focus is providing compassionate and effective care to her clients. She believes that everyone has the capacity for growth and change and strives to help her clients discover their own inner strength and resilience.
After completing her undergraduate degree in psychology at Chicago State University, she went on to earn a master’s degree in the science of psychology from the University of Phoenix. Over the years, she has worked in a variety of settings, with both adults and adolescents, where she has gained the knowledge and experience to assist clients with a wide range of mental health issues.
When she’s not working with clients, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and running. She is grateful for the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of her clients, and she looks forward to continuing to serve the mental health community for many years to come.
Melissa Pazen
LCSW
I provide adult individuals and couples with collaborative counseling and coaching. If you are troubled by depression, anxiety, codependency, alcoholism/substance abuse or grief I can help make sense of what you feel and find your authentic self. My approach to therapy is evidence-based and holistic. I create a calm, relaxed, confidential environment that allows clients to engage quickly and maximize their improvement. I also work with clients who are on medication and help them to get the best benefit of their medication. I emphasize mindfulness and help clients learn skills to be in the moment rather than ruminating on the past or worrying about the future. As a faith-based adult with a delightful sense of humor and whimsy along with a high level of skill, clients report that it is a joy to work with me in therapy.
Lindsey Patrick
LPC
Lindsey has several years experience and advanced training in couples counseling. Since originally obtaining her LPC in 2016, she has specialized in couples counseling, obtaining further training in the Gottman Method (Levels 1 & 2) and EFCT. Furthermore, her personal Christian faith has led her to practice from a faith-based perspective for those clients who request a Biblical approach.
