Meet Our Clinicians
Yvette Aguilar, CADC, CCTP, LCPC, TF-CBT
Therapist & Co-Founder
Yvette is a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed therapist who is passionate about providing comprehensive and inclusive mental health care from a culturally aware perspective. Yvette believes in the transformative power of change and employs a collaborative approach to help clients foster a sense of fulfillment and productivity in their daily lives. With over sixteen years of experience across diverse settings including hospitals, the justice system, youth outreach centers, and outpatient mental health facilities, Yvette is deeply committed to serving clients of all ages and cultural backgrounds.
Yvette values and respects each client's unique cultural identity, beliefs, and values. She prioritizes creating a safe and validating environment where clients can explore their experiences without fear of judgment. Drawing from a range of therapeutic modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and motivational interviewing, Yvette specializes in supporting clients facing challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem issues, social skills, substance abuse, self-injury, and life transitions. Yvette is also EMDR-Trained.
When Yvette is not working you will find her spending as much time as she can outside with her family and her dog, Toby. She loves traveling and trying new foods. Yvette is a first generation-college graduate and oldest female sibling.
Yamileth Obando, LCSW, ICDVP, TF-CBT
Therapist & Co-Founder
Yami is a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed therapist driven by a deep passion for guiding clients toward becoming the best versions of themselves. Yami’s therapeutic perspective is grounded in a person-centered strengths based approach. With over eleven years in the field working with women, children, and families Yami customizes her interventions to suit the unique needs and cultural contexts of each individual and family she serves, firmly believing in the power of cultural strengths and resources to navigate life's challenges and transitions.
Yami fosters a safe environment where clients and families feel comfortable sharing and healing. Drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy Yami creates a collaborative space for healing and guides clients to develop coping strategies and personalized treatment plans. Yami's areas of expertise include providing support for individuals and families grappling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and domestic violence.
Outside of work Yami enjoys spending time with her husband and two small children. Yami is a first-generation college graduate, the eldest child, and the only female sibling. She is originally from Los Angeles, CA, but moved to the suburbs of Chicago, IL in 2013 for school.
Mayra Douglas, LCSW
Therapist
Mayra is a bilingual (English/Spanish) and bicultural social worker, currently in the final stages of obtaining her LCSW, with over 10 years of experience in mental health and more than 12 years in human services. Her career began in Mexico and has continued to grow since immigrating to the United States. As an immigrant, Mayra understands the challenges of navigating two cultures, adjusting to new environments, and balancing tradition with change.
Her therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and strengths-based. She draws from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), while also integrating solution-focused and reflective strategies. Mayra works with children, adolescents, adults, and families, supporting them through trauma recovery, cultural adjustment, life transitions, anxiety, and depression. She has also developed bilingual programs for immigrant families and provided crisis intervention for individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges.
Outside of work, Mayra enjoys spending time with her husband and son, especially outdoors. She take pride in being a first-generation immigrant, the first in my family to graduate from college, and the first to earn a master’s degree in the U.S.
Tatiana Granados, LCSW, PEL
Therapist
Tatiana Granados is a licensed therapist and proud first generation Latina whose lived experience shapes her compassionate, collaborative approach. She believes it takes courage to face yourself honestly, and it’s that courage that makes true growth possible. Passionate about bridging the gap between healing and the question so many ask, “How do I get there?” Tatiana creates a welcoming space where clients can show up as they are. She asks only two things in return: honesty and a willingness to do the work. With those elements, meaningful growth is always possible.
Her integrative style draws on client centered therapy, CBT, mindfulness, and solution focused strategies, always tailored to the person in front of her. She has extensive experience supporting bicultural individuals as well as clients navigating anxiety, identity exploration, grief, and major life transitions. As a school social worker, she also walks alongside children and families as they face crisis, special education needs, and loss.
At the heart of her work is the belief that every client is the expert in their own life. Tatiana’s role is to walk with them with encouragement, accountability, and care as they move toward a life that feels more balanced and authentic.
Outside of sessions, she enjoys reading, spending time with friends, long walks, and golf.
Virginia Hammond, MSW, LCSW, TF-CBT
Therapist
Virginia is a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist committed to helping clients heal and thrive. With over 15 years of experience in human services and more than a decade dedicated to mental health, Virginia brings extensive expertise in supporting children, adolescents, and families through a wide range of challenges and life transitions.
Her therapeutic perspective is rooted in a client-centered, individualized approach, recognizing that each person’s journey requires tailored methods of care. Virginia partners with clients to restore hope, build resilience, and navigate obstacles with confidence. Drawing from a diverse range of modalities—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)—she provides specialized support for those experiencing trauma and post-traumatic stress (PTSD), anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, self-esteem concerns, family and relationship issues, domestic violence, and communication difficulties.
As a first-generation college graduate and the eldest child, Virginia embodies a strong love of learning and personal growth. Outside of her professional life, she is devoted to her husband and three young daughters, and she enjoys DIY projects and caring for animals.