Meet our Team

Dr. Kathleen Irving is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience & is the founder of Irving & Associates. In addition to her Doctorate degree, Dr. Irving has a Master's Degree in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling. Dr. Irving specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, chronic health issues, disabilities, relationship issues, addiction, grief & loss issues, life transitions, and women's issues. Her goal is to help people of all backgrounds and beliefs find solutions to personal, relational, and family problems through an interactive and direct approach.

Dr. Irving provides individual and family therapy for adults and seniors.

Olivia O'Hare is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 19 years of experience in the field of social work. She received her Master’s degree in Social Work from University of Illinois at Chicago and is currently enrolled in a Doctorate program at Walden University, with a focus on exploring Critical Incident Stress Debriefing among firefighters. Olivia has a variety of clinical experience, including: community based agencies, psychiatric facilities, hospitals, and private practice. She was trained in evidence-based treatments focusing on cognitive behavioral techniques, behavior modification, and a strengths-based approach. She is also a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP) and substance abuse professional (SAP). Olivia specializes in work with anxiety, depression, and trauma with a focus on developing and supporting healthy coping, processing, and relationship skills.

Olivia provides individual therapy for adults, seniors, and first responders. Olivia can also provide Illinois Department of Transportation SAP assessments, work assessments, violence risk assessments, & drug/alcohol assessments.

Carolyn Boyer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with experience in treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life-adjustments, and ADHD. Carolyn believes in strength-based counseling, in which individual strengths and resources are nurtured to facilitate well-being and collaboration to achieve the client’s personal goals. Her framework favors a cognitive approach with behavioral, mindfulness, and psychodynamic interventions to address specific areas of distress. Carolyn works hard to foster a safe, non-judgmental environment through the therapeutic relationship and welcomes the privilege of walking alongside others to facilitate individual goals.

Carolyn provides individual therapy for adolescents (13 and older) and adults. Carolyn specializes in the treatment of chronic pain management for individuals suffering from chronic conditions. She implements a comprehensive, individualized program that takes advantage of the way our brain processes pain in order to retrain the brain to manage painful episodes to improve well-being and promote resiliency to cope with chronic conditions.

Benjamin Cowell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working in community behavioral health and hospital settings, providing individual outpatient therapy, crisis intervention, and case management services. He utilizes evidence based treatments grounded in cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, ACT interventions, and DBT skills. Benjamin is committed to identifying and implementing an individualized approach for each client to support them in achieving their therapeutic goals. Benjamin's specialties include working with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and trauma. In therapy, he enjoys collaborating with clients to strengthen their insight, identify their goals, and create concrete action plans to facilitate change.

Benjamin provides individual and family therapy for children (8 years and older), adolescents, & adults, with a specialization in working with the LGBTQ+ community.

Marina is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field working in both private practice and hospital settings. She received her Master’s degree in clinical psychology from Benedictine University. Using an integrative approach to therapy that is custom to each client's needs, Marina provides a high-level of treatment to increase the success of therapy. She incorporates aspects of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into her therapeutic approach for both individual and group therapy. Being a bilingual therapist, she has a unique understanding of other cultures that provides her with great insight in working with clients from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. She hopes to provide her clients with a multicultural perspective in dealing with various issues and developing skills to move forward in their lives.

Marina provides individual and couples counseling, with a specialization in adolescents (13 years and older) and young adults struggling with mood disorders, depression, anxiety, self-injury, impulsivity, and addictions.

Samantha is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with experience treating anxiety, depression, life transitions/adjustments, relationship issues, stress management, self-esteem, school issues, and grief & loss. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Benedictine University. Samantha uses a collaborative approach to help clients develop healthy boundaries and coping skills to build and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Her work is grounded in a client-centered approach that incorporates cognitive, behavioral, and mindfulness interventions to address identified stressors.

Samantha provides individual and couples counseling, with a specialization in work with adolescents (13 years and older), teens, college students, and teachers.

Samantha is also the practice’s office manager and is available to assist with billing, insurance, or any questions.