Transforming Lives, Fostering Change
Discover a path to wellness at Midwest Advanced Behavioral Health PLLC. Our expert team offers individual, family, couples, and specialized counseling services, fostering healing and growth for all.
We Change Lives and Teach Effective Coping Mechanisms.
Individual Counseling
Explore personal growth and address specific challenges through one-on-one sessions tailored to your unique needs, fostering self-awareness and resilience.
Family Counseling
Strengthen family bonds, improve communication, and navigate challenges together with our supportive and collaborative family counseling services.
Couples Counseling
Nurture a healthy and thriving relationship through couples counseling. Here, we provide a safe space to address issues, enhance communication, and build stronger connections.
Sex Offender Counseling
Specialized counseling for individuals dealing with issues related to sexual offenses, promoting rehabilitation and community reintegration.
Certified First Responder Counseling
Tailored support for those in high-stress professions. We address the unique challenges first responders face, offering a confidential space to navigate stress and trauma.
Reunification Counseling
Reunification Therapy is a therapeutic intervention being utilized in the family court system. This intervention is a form of therapy, which occurs between parent and child when there has been a break down in the parent-child relationship.
ABA Therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a way to help us understand how behavior works and how it changes because of what’s around us. It’s a special kind of therapy that is really helpful for kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other similar challenges. In ABA therapy, kids work on getting better at things like talking to others, making friends, reading, and learning in school. They also practice everyday skills like using their hands well, keeping clean, and doing chores at home. ABA helps them learn how to be on time and do well in jobs when they grow up.
About Us
Located in the heart of Swansea, IL, Midwest Advanced Behavioral Health PLLC believes no one is beyond help. Our dedicated team is committed to making a difference in people’s lives by focusing on the core issues that impact well-being.
Through personalized care and a commitment to understanding, we aim to facilitate transformation and empower individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Midwest Advanced Behavioral Health PLLC is not just a counseling center; it’s a place where hope is restored and resilience is cultivated.
We’d Love to Help
Insurances That Are Accepted
Insurance
- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Cigna/Evernorth
- Healthlink
- Health Alliance
- Live 360
- Mercy Managed Behavioral Health
- United Behavioral Health
- United Healthcare
- UMR
- WellFirst Health
- Aetna
EAPs Accepted
- Compsych
- H & H
- Personal Assistance Program (PAS)
- Mercy Behavioral Health
Cancellation Policy
Our Team
Rachel, MA LCPC
Certified First Responder Counselor
Certified Reunification Counselor
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I have lived my entire life in the Metro-east area. I have a profound connection to helping people with emotional and/or
psychological issues.
Consequently, I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and obtained a dual masters from Lindenwood University in both Clinical and School counseling. My expertise include depression, self-esteem, grief, anxiety, separation anxiety, children, adolescents, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD parenting and family issues. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is important. I like to focus on the whole person and supporting that person to build on the strengths they have to facilitate change. My approach starts with developing a supportive relationship to empower a person and make a person feel comfortable. My goal is to offer hope and help you face challenges. I look forward to meeting with clients to best support their needs.
Renata, MA LCPC LSOTP
I am licensed in Illinois with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & anger management.
I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I received my bachelor’s degree in Human Resources and my Masters in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University. My expertise include depression, self-esteem, grief, anxiety, separation anxiety, children, adolescents, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD parenting and family issue, marriage and family counseling, sex offender treatment, etc. I look forward to meeting with clients to best support their needs and for them to see growth and change.
Kayla, MA LCPC
If you are experiencing areas in your life you want to see improvement, now is the opportune time to start initiating changes, and I am here to support you on that journey. Together we can set goals and develop strategies to enhance your day-to-day functioning.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, my expertise encompasses interventions tailored to children and adolescents, as well as issues pertaining to parenting, family dynamics, attachment insecurities, adoption, anxiety, depression, anger management, aggression, communication patterns, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem cultivation, trauma resolution, and various mental health concerns. My academic background includes a bachelor’s degree in psychology from SIUE and a dual masters degree from Lindenwood University in clinical and school counseling.
Central to my therapeutic approach is the establishment of a safe space conducive to vulnerability, introspection, and exploration of thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Through fostering a trusting therapeutic alliance, you can feel empowered to embark on a journey of healing and personal growth. My objective includes collaboratively assisting individuals in cultivating insight, self-acceptance, mindfulness, and coping skills to navigate life’s ups and downs with resilience and confidence.
Megan, Certified BCBA
I have been in the field of ABA for 20 years. I received my undergraduate degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in special education and my master’s degree from St.Louis University in applied behavior analysis. I have always known that my calling was to work with individuals with developmental disabilities. Over the years I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of skill levels, disabilities, and ages ranging from toddlers to adults. I have also worked in multiple settings (schools, clinics, private homes, and residential facilities).
I am passionate about giving the individuals I work with new opportunities to learn skills that will make their lives easier and more enjoyable. I believe that every individual deserves a chance to learn more effective forms of communication, play, functional living, and social skills that will not only enhance their lives, but the lives of everyone around them.
Seeing an individual learn a skill that was once thought to be lost or out of their reach, makes it all worth while!
Ashley, MA LCPC
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has 7 years of experience. I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Greenville University and then obtained a masters degree in Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a masters degree in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University. My expertise includes depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, ADHD, mood disorders, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, communication patterns, and stress management. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide care for individuals of all race, cultures, spiritual background, or sexual orientation.
I am passionate about helping people overcome whatever obstacle that keeps them from living their life to the fullest. Throughout life we all experience difficulties that lead us to feel alone, overwhelmed, or defeated. Despite our best efforts sometimes overcoming those life circumstance by ourselves can be unsuccessful. My desire is to come alongside you and help you overcome those difficult life circumstances in a safe and supportive environment to get you back to living your best life. I combine compassion, humor, authenticity, and acceptance to create a safe and inviting space where you are free to be uniquely yourself and work towards the changes in your life that you seek.
Abbie, MA LPC
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois and I am very passionate about the field of mental health. I received my bachelors in Psychology from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and subsequently received my masters in Psychology from California Southern University, with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a crucial aspect of treatment, and I want to create a welcoming and understanding environment for every client. I enjoy helping people achieve their goals, whatever they may be. My expertise includes anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, grief, interpersonal relationships, mood disorders, trauma resolution, etc. I am open to working with children, teens, families, couples, and adults from all backgrounds of life. As a therapist, I promise a relationship of mutual respect and encouragement, and I will do whatever I can to support you throughout your journey.
Jordan, MA LPC
As a therapist, I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, helping them navigate a wide range of mental health challenges. I specialize in depression, anxiety, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, borderline personality disorder, bipolar I and II, school-related concerns, relationship issues, and self-esteem. My approach is eclectic, blending techniques from dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to create personalized care for each client. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel truly heard, understood, and supported. I’m here to meet you exactly where you are on your journey and help you move toward your goals with compassion and care. Whether you’re a parent, teen, or adult navigating life’s complexities, I’m ready to walk alongside you every step of the way.
Kendra, MA LPC
Mental Health Matters! There comes times in life when we have days of happiness and then there are days that we feel like we are falling apart. Trust me you are not alone. Therapy can provide you with the needed tools to manage your emotions & find your happiness! “Emotional wellbeing is just as important to us as Breathing is!”
I am a LPC in both Missouri and Illinois with over 15years of experience with children and adolescents. I specialize in the areas of trauma, behavior issues, depression, and anxiety. My key strength is building relationships with my clients while providing that safe place to express themselves. I utilize a combination of CBT, trauma-focused, and play therapy
While we can’t change what’s happened in the past, I believe together we can take the steps in creating a bright future and today can be the first step in achieving this.