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TriCity Family Services Staff
Jim has been with TriCity Family Services since 1988 as its Executive Director.
Jim received his Master's degree in Community Mental Health from Northern Illinois
University. Jim has spent over 30 years working in the field, first at the Kane-Kendall
County Mental Health Center and then the DuPage County Health Department. Besides the
many activities that encompass his position as Executive Director, Jim continues to see
clients on a regular basis. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, he concentrates
much of his clinical work in the area of couples' therapy, and a wide-range of child and
adolescent issues.
Tom has been with the agency since 1984. Tom received his Master's degree in
Clinical Social Work from the Jane Addams School of Social Work. Tom is a Licensed
Clinical Social Worker and a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers. He
also holds a certification in Family Therapy from the Family Institute of Chicago,
part of Northwestern University. Tom supervises all Family Service Division therapists
and Crisis Intervention workers, and works with child and adolescent clients and their
families. Tom has been recognized as the 2009 Social Worker of the Year
by the National Association of Social Workers - Illinois, Three Rivers District.
A Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Denis holds a Master's of Arts in
counseling degree from Northern Illinois University. Denis has previously
served as a clinician at the DuPage County Health Department, specializing in
chronic mental illness, affective disorders and substance abuse. Denis was also
most recently the Executive Director of the Alexian Brothers Center for Mental
Health for eleven years. Denis joined the TriCity Family Services staff in February of 2009.
Michelle has been with the agency since 1999. She received her Master's
of Science in Education degree with an emphasis on Counseling in a Community
Setting from Northern Illinois University. Michelle is a Licensed Clinical Professional
Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. Michelle has had special training
dealing with clients who self-mutilate, anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorders and
anger management for youth. As Coordinator of Community Services, Michelle supervises
all of the Prevention and Early Intervention programs and community presentations.
Colleen Blake, LCPC
Mental Health Worker - Half Time
Colleen joined our staff in June 2010. A graduate of California State University
Stanislaus, Colleen has a Masters of Arts degree in psychology. Colleen has worked
with children, adolescents and their families in a variety of community-based settings,
including head start programs, residential treatment, outpatient mental health and
family services environments. Most recently, Colleen was an Early Childhood Mental Health
Therapist and Program Coordinator at the McHenry County Youth Service Bureau in Woodstock, Illinois.
Chris Bruun joined the Agency in September, 2010. A graduate of Cornell College
in Mount Vernon, Iowa, Chris was awarded a Master of Arts degree in History
from Ball State University and later received her Doctorate in Psychology from
Northwestern University. From 1980 - 1999, Chris worked as a
Clinical Psychologist in the Mental Health Division of the DuPage County Health
Department, before embarking on a twenty-year teaching career at Rockford College,
where she was also Chair of the Department of Psychology. Recently retired,
Chris looks forward to returning to her roots as a therapist and working again
in a community-based outpatient mental health setting like TriCity Family Services.
Dr. Emma Cabusao is a board certified psychiatrist who received her residency
training at Loyola University and Hines VA Hospital. She has worked as a surgeon
as well as a primary care physician prior to becoming a psychiatrist. Her areas
of interest include mood disorders in adolescents and adults in geriatric psychiatry.
Dr. Cabusao also treats mood disorders secondary to general medical conditions, adolescent
and adult ADD/ADHD and substance abuse.
Christine joined this year's Intern Team under the supervision of
Behavioral Health Division Director, Denis Ferguson. She is pursuing her Master's degree in Counseling at National-Louis University
in Elgin. In 2007 she graduated Cum Laude from Greenville College with a Bachelor's degree
in Social Work. Christine has had a successful career in human services with nearly
three years of experience working with the Department of Children and Family Services
as a foster care caseworker. Her professional experience also includes working with
Catholic Charities in Elgin and Child and Family Connections in Joliet.
Linda joined the agency in 2008. She has worked in the social services
field since 2002, and holds a Bachelors degree in Sociology from Illinois
State University. Prior to joining the TriCity staff, Linda was most recently
employed as a Program Specialist at Streamwood Behavioral Health Center, an in-patient
psychiatric facility for children and adolescents with severe emotional and
behavioral problems. Linda also has experience coordinating services for
individuals with disabilities and behavioral disorders, and infants needing early
intervention services. Linda has special training in Crisis Prevention Intervention
and enjoys working with children with special needs and behavioral disorders as
well as the geriatric population.
Mira Dahlheim
Mental Health Worker
Facilitator
of Mindful Emotions and Young Women's Retreat
After completing her internship at TCFS, Mira joined the staff as a full-time
Mental Health Worker. She graduated from the University of Illinois-Urbana
Champaign with a Master of Social Work and demonstrates a strong
commitment to strengthening individuals and supporting families.
In addition to her work with clients, Mira facilitates Mindful Emotions
and the bi-annual Young Women's Retreat for adolescent girls.
Michelle joined our staff in April, 2010. She holds a Master of Arts degree
in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University and is a Licensed Clinical
Professional Counselor. Michelle brings a wealth of experience to the
agency's clinical team, having spent the last 15 years working with children,
adolescents and their families in a variety of community-based settings, including
residential treatment, outpatient mental health and family
services.
Joe graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a Bachelor's of Science degree
in Business Management. He is currently pursuing his Master's degree at Northern
Illinois University, focusing on applied family and child studies and in marriage and
family therapy. In November, 2009 Joe became a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist
and has let a 12-week grief recovery program. He has an extensive professional background,
including serving on the Chicago Church of Christ's Board of Directors and working with
the Appalachia Service Project. Joe also has experience coaching youth soccer, being a
scout leader and participating in a reading program for youth in low income neighborhoods.
Pauline Gekas, MA, LMFT
Clinician/Consultant
Facilitator of the WIN Group
Pauline Gekas is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has practiced in
the Fox Valley area for over 25 years. In addition to seeing couples and individuals
who are struggling with relationships, she also treats individuals with depression,
anxiety, self-esteem issues, stress, grief, and postpartum mood disorders. She
received her Master's Degree at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. She is
a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
As facilitator of the WIN Group, Pauline works with women in need of prenatal or
postpartum emotional support, and assistance with postpartum mood disorders.
Kathy joined the agency in 2006. She was formerly a Senior Account Manager and
EAP Counselor for Workplace Solutions, LLC. Kathy holds a Master's in Social
Work degree from Washington University, specializing in family therapy. She is also a
Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Employee Assistance Professional.
Dr. Fatima Hadi is double board certified in Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry by
the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has over fifteen years of experience
working with the chemically dependent, children and adolescents suffering from behavioral
and developmental disorders, and the adult mentally ill. She is a 1987 graduate
of the Gandhi Medical College of Osmania University in Hyderabad, India. At present,
she serves as Medical Director and Staff Psychiatrist at the Glen Oaks Therapeutic Day
School in North Aurora, as a Staff Psychiatrist at Kishwaukee Hospital, and as the Medical
Director at the Ben Gordon Mental Health Center, in addition to serving as a consulting
psychiatrist for TCFS since 2007.
After earning his Master's of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Northern
Illinois University, Lou worked for Mercy Center for Health Care Services
for eleven years. He served as an Adolescent Counselor, Social Worker, Family
Therapist and Staff Psychologist. Lou also worked as a part-time Clinician/Consultant
for TriCity Family Services from 1996 to 2000. He rejoined the agency staff in
March 2009. He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor.
Sharon joined the agency in 2009. A graduate of Benedictine University where
she received her Master's of Science in Counseling Psychology degree,
Sharon was most recently a Family Intervention Specialist at the Center for
Children where she specialized in providing in-home family therapy for
high-risk adolescents with mental health diagnoses, substance abuse issues
and family relational problems. She has experience providing crisis intervention
and wraparound services. Sharon is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor,
and is passionate about serving the needs of families. She is dedicated to
strengthening families by helping them find new ways to communicate.
Gail Mastio, Ed.D, LCSW, ACSW
Senior Clinician/Consultant
Facilitator of the Single Mom's Support Group
Gail joined the agency in 2000. In addition to work with clients, Gail leads
the Single Mom's Support Group. Gail received her Master's degree in Social Work
from Loyola University in Chicago, and her Doctorate degree in Education with a
major in Counseling from Northern Illinois University. Gail is a Licensed Clinical
Social Worker and a member of the Academy of Clinical Social Workers.
Marsonne Myers, MSW, LCSW
Clinician/Consultant
Facilitator of the Smart Choices K-5 Support Group, Bridges Children of Divorce Workshop
and the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
Marsonne joined the TriCity Family Services staff in2007. She graduated with
a Master's degree in Social Work from Aurora University. She also is a Licensed
Clinical Social Worker and holds a Type 73 certification in school social work.
Marsonne has worked with children and adolescents in the PDD spectrum, as well as with
their families, helping Special Education students with behavioral and emotional disabilities.
She specialized in instructional, social skills training and behavioral techniques and
creative approaches to handling anger and issues involving divorce. She also has special
training in Addictions and Drug Counseling. Marsonne facilitates TriCity's Smart Choices,
Bridges Children of Divorce Workshop and the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group.
Fatima received her Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology from the University
of Illinois in Chicago. She is currently pursuing her Masters degree in
Marriage and Family Therapy from Northern Illinois University. Fatima has an
extensive background in youth outreach and community events. Among several
positions, she was most recently a Youth and Outreach Coordinator at The
Prayer Center of Orland Park where she developed and instituted new programs
for youth and community outreach.
Sheri joined our clinical staff in March 2010. Sheri holds an MBA from the
Keller Graduate School of Management, an MA in Professional Counseling from Argosy
University, and is currently completing work on a Masters degree in Biblical Counseling
at Trinity Bible College and Seminary. Sheri was most recently working at the McHenry
County Youth Service Bureau in Woodstock, Illinois, as an intensive case manager
and therapist.
Laura graduated with her Masters in Applied Child & Family Studies-Specialization in
Marriage and Family Therapy Program at Northern Illinois University in 1993. Laura holds
dual licenses in Illinois as both a Clinical Professional Counselor and a Marriage and
Family Therapist. For the past 15 years, Laura was on the staff at Family Service
Association of Greater Elgin Area, serving initially as a staff therapist and, since 2000,
serving as its Director of Therapy. Her wealth of experience in providing services to
Medicaid-eligible children, adolescents and their families makes her a valuable member of
the TCFS staff.
Mandy joined the agency in 2008. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and holds
a Master's of Science in Clinical Psychology degree from Benedictine University. As
an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant with the Caregiver Connections program,
Mandy helps child care providers recognize, understand and respond to the social and
emotional needs of the children, birth though age five, in their care. Mandy works
with both licensed and unlicensed child care facilities in DuPage and Kane Counties.
Allyse Stombres graduated Cum Laude in the Honors Program at Augustana College,
with a degree in Psychology, Pre-Medicine and Biology. She is currently pursuing
her Master's degree in the Clinical/Community Mental Health program at Western Illinois
University. Allyse has been part of a multitude of mental health presentations
and has a strong background working with children and promoting healthy living in
the community. Among her previous work experience, she has most recently a Beu Health
Center Graduate Assistant at Western Illinois University.\
Lisandra joined the agency in May, 2011. A native of Brazil, Lisandra was awarded
a Doctorate in Clinical, Industrial and Educational Psychology degree by the University
of Trieste, Italy, in 2001. Since moving to the United States, she has served as a
counselor to the Latino Community through her work at Renz Addiction Counseling Center
in Elgin, and as a bi-lingual therapist at the Larkin Community Counseling Center also
in Elgin. Fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian, Lisandra's wide range of
clinical and multi-lingual skills are a great asset to the agency.
Lydia Trevino
Mental Health Worker/Bilingual
Intake Support
In December 2011, Lydia Trevino accepted the position of Part-Time Bilingual Intake
Support Worker. Lydia is a 2011 graduate of the Masters in Social Work Program at Aurora
University. She has completed several internships including Communities in Schools (Aurora),
VITAS Hospice (Lombard) and Suicide Prevention Services
(Batavia). During the past
year, she was employed as a Social Work Coordinator at Say It Out Loud, a youth
services agency in Aurora.
Pat has been with the agency since 1991 and received her Master's degree
in Social Work from Barry University in Miami, Florida. She is a
Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Pat has years of experience working with
adolescents and adults, and considers herself a generalist. Currently,
she works primarily with clients experiencing depression and anxiety.
Greg Watson, LCSW, ACSW, LMFT
Senior Clinician/Consultant
Facilitator of the Wilderness Challenge Program
Supervisor of the Student Intern Program
Greg has been with the agency since 1988. He earned his Master's of Social Work
degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana in 1978. He also received his marriage
and family training from the University of Illinois' Institute for Juvenile Research
in Chicago. Greg is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Licensed Marriage and Family
Therapist, a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers as well as a clinical member
of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. He has worked in the field
in a variety of community mental health settings for over 30 years. Greg enjoys working
with all ages from children to seniors and enjoys teaching and training and will always
be an avid student of the field. He has facilitated our graduate intern training program
since 1994. Greg is also co-creator and facilitator of the Wilderness Challenge Program,
an annual 8-day adventure therapy program for adolescents that has been in operation
for over 20 years.
Cindy Weber-Han, M.Div., CRADC
Clinician/Consultant
Facilitator of the Smart Choices Middle School/High School Program
Cindy joined TriCity Family Services in October 1999. She holds a Master's in Divinity
degree from Bethany Theological Seminary with a major in Counseling. She is a Certified
Reciprocal Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Master Addiction Counselor and a National Certified
Addictions Counselor. She is the facilitator of the Smart Choices program for middle school
and high school aged youth.
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