Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in Vernon Hills
At Cherry Hill Counseling, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive therapeutic care that prioritizes the well-being of individuals, couples, and families. Our practice is built on a foundation of empathy, cultural competence, and evidence-based approaches, ensuring clients receive personalized support tailored to their unique needs. With a team of licensed professionals and interns, we offer services spanning individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, and group sessions, all designed to foster healing and resilience.Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in teletherapy options, sliding-scale fees, and multilingual support. By integrating diverse perspectives and maintaining partnerships with major insurance networks, we strive to make mental health care inclusive and effective for all. Through decades of collective experience, our clinicians approach each case with professionalism, ethical integrity, and a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Teletherapy
Group Therapy
Family Therapy
Multilingual Counseling
Trauma Treatment
Telehealth Consultations
Mental Health Workshops
Insurance Verification
Highlights and features
- We offer teletherapy services accessible across Illinois with HIPAA-compliant technology.
- Our therapists include multilingual providers fluent in English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and Mandarin.
- Sliding-scale fees and in-network insurance options ensure affordable mental health care.
- Diverse team includes specialists in couples therapy, trauma, and cross-cultural counseling.
- Group therapy sessions address specific needs like teen empowerment and women's connections.
What people say
Warm and personal care
Effective teletherapy platform
Culturally sensitive therapists
Affordable sliding-scale fees
Supportive group environments
Services
Teletherapy
Our teletherapy platform provides secure, HIPAA-compliant video sessions for clients across Illinois. This service offers flexibility for those unable to attend in-person appointments while maintaining the same therapeutic quality. Clients appreciate the convenience of receiving care from home, with options for technical support to ensure seamless connections.
Multilingual Counseling
We offer therapy in English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and Mandarin to accommodate diverse cultural backgrounds. Our bilingual therapists specialize in addressing language barriers and cultural nuances in mental health treatment. This service ensures non-English speakers receive accurate and culturally competent care.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions address specific needs like teen empowerment, women's connections, and identity exploration. Led by licensed professionals, these groups foster peer support while maintaining clinical oversight. Participants benefit from shared experiences and evidence-based curricula tailored to their unique challenges.
Sliding-Scale Fees
We provide income-based fee reductions for clients facing financial barriers. This program ensures mental health care remains accessible regardless of economic status. Eligibility is determined through confidential consultations with our billing team.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for couples focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and rebuilding trust. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy to address relationship challenges. Sessions are available in-person or via teletherapy for flexibility.
People
Clark Barshinger
Founding Partner
Dr. Barshinger established Cherry Hill Counseling to create accessible mental health services. With decades of clinical experience, he oversees strategic direction while maintaining a small private practice.
Keith Bjorge
Partner and Clinical Director
Dr. Bjorge leads clinical operations and therapist training. He specializes in trauma treatment and supervises interns while ensuring adherence to therapeutic best practices across all locations.
Kim Echtle
Practice Manager
Kim manages daily operations with 21 years of healthcare administration experience. She holds a Bachelor's in Healthcare Management and focuses on client experience improvements.
Boaz Johnson
Intern Therapist
Dr. Johnson provides culturally sensitive therapy in four languages. A North Park University professor, he specializes in cross-cultural counseling and offers sliding-scale sessions.
Kelly DeHaan
Client Care Coordinator
Kelly matches clients with appropriate therapists using her forensic psychology background. She facilitates initial consultations and ensures smooth client onboarding experiences.
Questions
What teletherapy options are available?
We offer HIPAA-compliant video sessions via Zoom for all therapy types, with technical support available to ensure smooth connections.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network with BCBS PPO, Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna, and Medicare. Verify coverage with your provider before sessions.
Are group therapy sessions effective?
Our research-backed groups address specific needs like teen empowerment and women's mental health, with structured curricula and licensed facilitators.
How do I find a therapist?
Use our online directory to filter therapists by location, specialty, or language, or schedule a free 15-minute consultation with our Client Care Coordinator.
Is teletherapy confidential?
Yes. We use encrypted Zoom platforms compliant with HIPAA and Illinois confidentiality laws to protect client privacy.
