Tailwinds Psych

Excited to invite colleagues in the mental health community to join us at Tailwinds Psych on October 29th for a little fall networking, good conversation, and a chance to check out our newly-expanded office space. We're hosting alongside our dear friends and partners at Snow Lake Counseling and Hopemark Health, and I'm especially looking forward to bringing together people from across the local behavioral health community. One of my favorite parts of building Tailwinds has been getting to know the clinicians, practices, and organizations doing phenomenal work around us and finding more ways for all of us to collaborate and connect clients with the right resources. Whether you're a mental health professional interested in expanding your referral network, part of a local organization curious about how our services might complement one another, or simply get excited whenever Zac Franzoni is providing the food, we'd love to see you. Come say hello, meet some great people, and see what folks in our professional community have been building:
Thursday, October 29th at 4pm - 400 E Diehl Rd., Ste.
440, Naperville

Hope to see you there!

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• Follow - immediate appointments available for mental health services, including psychological testing, therapy, and psychiatry! FREE 30 minute consultation sessions for new therapy clients!
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• Link in bio for therapy, testing, and psychiatry inquiries.
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Proud to be part of a team committed to making mental health care more accessible, inclusive, and culturally responsive. As a Spanish speaker, it is especially meaningful to help connect our Spanish-speaking clients and families with the care they need.

¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana!
Jennifer se dedica a ayudar a niños y adolescentes a enfrentar desafíos de conducta y dificultades relacionadas con la neurodivergencia. Su experiencia como psicóloga escolar en Puerto Rico le brinda una perspectiva única para conectar el apoyo terapéutico con el entorno académico. También es una talentosa terapeuta de juego y cuenta con experiencia apoyando a inmigrantes de segunda generación y ofreciendo orientación vocacional.

Gabriela es una dedicada consejera especializada en trauma, incluyendo el trabajo con sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica. Tiene amplia experiencia apoyando a clientes hispanos de primera y segunda generación que entrentan traumas generacionales y culturalmente arraigados. También ofrece apoyo en funciones ejecutivas.

¿Tiene preguntas o necesita ayuda para programar servicios en español? Llame al (630) 225-7519 y pida hablar con Vanessa, nuestra Directora de Operaciones.
Estoy disponible durante todo el proceso de tratamiento como punto de conexión para nuestros clientes de habla hispana.
Nos enorgullece ofrecer una atención culturalmente sensible y hacer que el camino hacia el bienestar sea más cómodo y acogedor para nuestra comunidad.
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September is National Su***de Prevention Month, a time dedicated to sharing resources, raising awareness, and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. You can call/text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It is free and confidential.
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We have immediate appointments available for mental health services, including psychological testing, therapy, and psychiatry! FREE 30 minute consultation sessions for new therapy clients! Book online via https://tailwindspsych.com
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Feature Friday loves to see our team coming! This week, we spotlight Dr. Caroline Lavelock, PhD. Caroline comes to us from the college counseling world and brings a number of clinical specialties to share with our community.

"Hi there! I’m Caroline (like the Neil Diamond song). I served the UIC community for about ten years, where I developed expertise in college mental health, interpersonal dynamics, and supporting folks with marginalized identities and experiences. College students are my bread and butter, including traditional and nontraditional students, grad and undergrad, first generation, and all kinds of fields of study, from STEM students to the arts to trainees in mental health fields.

I often work with millennials and Gen-Z adults, adult children of immigrants, and individuals navigating cultural and identity-related concerns, including people who are curious about or integrating ADHD into their self-concept. I especially enjoy working with people with high-functioning anxiety, past and ongoing family and relationship challenges, and complex trauma histories–helping people make sense of their experience, create meaning, and embrace their authenticity is what keeps me dialed in to the work. I am also a certified integrative mental health professional (CIMHP), which means that I can also provide information about how nutrition can support your mental health. I offer my therapy sessions in a casual virtual environment – sweatpants welcome! I hope you’ll take the next steps to connect!" Book your virtual appointment with Caroline today!

September is National Su***de Prevention Month, a time dedicated to sharing resources, raising awareness, and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. You can call/text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It is free and confidential.
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We have immediate appointments available for mental health services, including psychological testing, therapy, and psychiatry! FREE 30 minute consultation sessions for new therapy clients! Book online via https://tailwindspsych.com
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One piece of our expanded space that deserves special recognition is the “Tiny Tides Playroom,” created by our head of house coordinator Tatiana as a warm, welcoming place for children to spend time while waiting for therapy or testing in the office 🩵

Stocked with toys, games, coloring books, and a “Calm Corner” for decompression, the room reflects exactly the kind of thoughtful client experience we want Tailwinds to provide. It is easy to underestimate how much these details matter, but for a child walking into a mental health practice—or for a parent hoping their child feels comfortable here—small environmental cues can make a big difference.
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At Tailwinds Psychology we have immediate appointments available for mental health services, including psychological testing, therapy, and psychiatry! FREE 30 minute consultation sessions for new therapy clients! Book online via https://tailwindspsych.com
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Health back to school habits are essential for mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing! 📚✏️🍎
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At Tailwinds Psychology we have immediate appointments available for mental health services, including psychological testing, therapy, and psychiatry! FREE 30 minute consultation sessions for new therapy clients! Book online via https://tailwindspsych.com
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Happy Feature Friday!!! 🥳 This week, we are delighted to introduce you to the newest member of our team, Dr. Erica Long, Psy.D.! Erica's background in school psychology makes her the *perfect* advocate for you and your child as you pursue psychological testing and translate it into plans and resources at school.

"Hi there, I’m Erica! I know how difficult it can be getting messages from your child’s teacher that they are struggling behaviorally, emotionally, or academically at school. Or maybe you get rave reviews from their teachers, only to experience challenges within your own home. As a dually-trained school and postdoctoral clinical psychologist, I have a robust understanding of special education, school supports, and clinical diagnostics, allowing me to help you navigate the process of putting recommendations into action across settings.

I see clients from 3 years-old throughout the lifespan, though I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults under the age of 25. My most common referral questions include diagnostic clarity for autism spectrum disorder; learning disabilities like dyslexia, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia; executive functioning disorders like ADHD; or mood disorders such as anxiety or depression. I would be honored to be part of your journey in seeking clarity and support in becoming your best you. I’ll be here when you’re ready!"

Erica's testing schedule is officially open! Book online today!