Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in Aurora
At Taking Control Counseling, we have dedicated ourselves to empowering individuals to overcome life's challenges through compassionate mental health care. With over 35 years of experience, our practice has evolved to meet the diverse needs of clients across age groups and backgrounds. Our team of licensed professionals employs evidence-based therapeutic approaches, tailoring interventions to address anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and relationship dynamics. We prioritize creating a non-judgmental environment where clients can explore identity, navigate life transitions, and build resilience.Our commitment to accessibility extends to flexible payment options for uninsured clients and hybrid teletherapy/in-person services. By integrating ecotherapy, family systems approaches, and specialized programs like our Partner Abuse Intervention initiative, we provide comprehensive care that addresses both individual and community well-being. Our clinical internships program further demonstrates our investment in advancing mental health care standards.
Services
Individual Therapy
Substance Abuse Treatment
Family Counseling
Group Therapy
Ecotherapy
Teletherapy
Clinical Internships
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of clinical experience in mental health therapy
- Our team includes specialized therapists for trauma and substance abuse
- We provide both in-person and teletherapy service options
- Our sliding scale payment plans ensure accessible care
- We maintain a trauma-informed, non-judgmental treatment environment
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy sessions for clients aged 5-95 address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT to develop coping strategies. Sessions focus on building resilience and improving emotional regulation through weekly 50-minute appointments.
Substance Abuse Treatment
Certified counselors provide comprehensive addiction treatment including relapse prevention and harm reduction strategies. Our program combines individual counseling with group therapy to address co-occurring mental health disorders. We offer both intensive outpatient programs and maintenance therapy for sustained recovery.
Ecotherapy
Outdoor-based therapeutic interventions utilize natural environments to treat anxiety, depression, and trauma. Activities include guided nature walks, horticultural therapy, and wilderness experiences. This approach helps clients develop mindfulness and reconnect with environmental rhythms to improve mental wellness.
Relational Therapy
Specialized treatment for relationship dynamics addresses communication issues, boundary setting, and conflict resolution. Our therapists work with couples and families to improve understanding of generational patterns and develop healthier interaction models through structured session frameworks.
Teletherapy Services
Secure virtual therapy sessions provide accessible mental health care using HIPAA-compliant platforms. This service maintains clinical effectiveness through structured video appointments while offering flexibility for clients with scheduling or mobility challenges.
People
Dr. James Jorgenson
Founder & Clinical Director
Dr. Jorgenson has led mental health initiatives for 35+ years, developing innovative trauma treatment programs. His expertise in clinical supervision shapes our internship training while maintaining active client care.
Brad Travis
Substance Abuse Specialist
Brad specializes in addiction recovery with 15 years of experience implementing evidence-based relapse prevention strategies. He leads our intensive outpatient program for substance use disorders.
Celina Rosas
Family Systems Therapist
Celina focuses on intergenerational trauma patterns and family dynamics, utilizing systemic approaches to improve communication and relationship functioning across diverse cultural backgrounds.
Ingrid Burton
Trauma Specialist
Ingrid specializes in treating PTSD and complex trauma using EMDR and somatic therapies. She has developed specialized protocols for survivors of domestic violence and childhood trauma.
Jason Wayda
Group Therapy Coordinator
Jason oversees our group therapy programs, designing curricula for expressive therapies and peer support initiatives that serve over 200 clients annually.
Questions
What therapy options are available for teens?
We offer individual counseling, ecotherapy, and specialized group programs like our Expressive Therapies Group for teens aged 13-19.
Do you accept insurance?
While we don't bill insurance directly, we provide superbill documentation for out-of-network reimbursement and offer flexible payment plans.
Are teletherapy sessions available?
Yes, we provide secure video therapy sessions using HIPAA-compliant platforms for clients throughout Illinois.
What substance abuse programs do you offer?
Our CADC-certified counselors provide individual and group treatment for all substance use disorders, including relapse prevention and aftercare planning.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Complete our New Client Inquiry Form online or call us at (630) 801-1669 to speak with our intake coordinator.
Do you offer emergency services?
We're not an emergency provider, but we maintain partnerships with local crisis centers for 24/7 urgent mental health support.
