Business Details
Professional Counseling Services in Crystal Lake, IL
KGA Counseling is a private practice dedicated to providing compassionate mental health support through experienced, licensed professionals. Our team specializes in addressing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. We serve individuals, families, and couples, offering tailored therapeutic approaches such as faith-based counseling, EMDR, and play therapy.Our therapists combine clinical expertise with personalized care to foster healing, resilience, and improved relationships. With decades of collective experience, we prioritize creating safe, non-judgmental spaces where clients can explore their unique journeys toward emotional well-being. Our commitment to evidence-based practices ensures clients receive effective, compassionate care aligned with their specific needs.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Play Therapy
Faith-Based Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized therapy for anxiety, depression, and trauma with licensed professionals
- Our team includes EMDR-certified therapists for trauma resolution
- Faith-based counseling integrates Christian values with clinical expertise
- Play therapy specialists address childhood emotional and behavioral challenges
- Experienced clinicians with 20+ years of combined therapeutic practice
Associations and certifications
- CACREP
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored one-on-one counseling sessions address anxiety, depression, trauma, and personal growth. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches to help clients develop coping strategies and achieve emotional wellness through personalized treatment plans.
Couples Counseling
Specialized relationship counseling focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and rebuilding trust. Therapists help couples develop collaborative partnerships through techniques addressing infidelity, communication breakdowns, and emotional disconnects.
Play Therapy
Developmentally appropriate therapy for children uses play to address behavioral issues, trauma, and emotional challenges. Specially trained therapists help children express feelings non-verbally and develop healthier coping mechanisms through structured therapeutic play.
Faith-Based Counseling
Integrates Christian principles with clinical practice to address mental health concerns. Therapists incorporate spiritual perspectives while respecting diverse beliefs, helping clients explore faith's role in their emotional healing and personal growth.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized trauma resolution technique using bilateral stimulation to process distressing memories. EMDR helps clients reduce negative emotions and develop positive coping strategies for past traumas, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms.
People
Ken Gates
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Ken Gates, M.A., LCPC has provided counseling since 1991. Specializing in mood disorders and marriage counseling, he combines compassion with growth-oriented challenges. His approach addresses anxiety, depression, and spiritual formation issues through interactive therapy.
Debbie Simpson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Debbie Simpson, LCPC draws from diverse life experiences to offer compassionate counseling. With expertise in mood management and family dynamics, she creates safe spaces for clients to develop strategies for personal growth and emotional well-being.
June Stroner
Registered Play Therapist
June Stroner, MA, LCPC, RPT specializes in child and family therapy. Her play therapy expertise helps children navigate behavioral challenges, trauma, and developmental issues through developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions that promote emotional growth.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, play therapy, faith-based counseling, and EMDR trauma treatment for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma recovery.
Are your therapists licensed professionals?
Yes, all our therapists are licensed professionals with specialized training including LCPCs, LPCs, LCSWs, and registered play therapists with decades of combined clinical experience.
Do you accept insurance for counseling sessions?
We provide documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Please contact your provider to verify mental health coverage details and reimbursement rates for therapy services.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact our main office at (815) 861-9424 or reach individual therapists directly using their listed phone numbers to schedule initial consultations and ongoing sessions.
What is play therapy for children?
Play therapy uses structured play activities to help children express emotions and develop coping skills. It addresses behavioral issues, trauma, and emotional challenges through age-appropriate therapeutic techniques.
