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  • VERA SANTIAGO, LSW

    What makes me different:
    My goal is to help the client feel comfortable with who they are and empower them to make the changes they want to make in their lives. My goal is to build a relationship that is based on so much trust that the client feels like they can share their deepest thoughts and feelings that they wouldn’t have the courage to say out loud.

    SERVICES AVAILABLE IN SPANISH AND PORTUGUESE!

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    Who I work with:

    • Children
    • Teens
    • Adults
    • Couples
    • Families

    Accepted Payment Methods:

    • Aetna PPO
    • BCBS PPO
    • Cigna PPO
    • Staff Self-Pay Rate

    Locations

    • Naperville (In-Person)
    • Virtual

    About Me:

    Pronouns: she/her

    Education: Masters in Social Work, Aurora University, 2023

    Languages Spoken: Spanish & Portuguese

    About Me:

    I use my knowledge of Person-Centered, Emotionally Focused, and Motivational Interviewing Therapy Techniques to address topics related to parenting, pregnancy, and identity.

    Favorite Quote:

    “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” – Carl R. Rogers

    How I Help my Clients:

    I characterize myself as empathetic, curious, and spontaneous.  Outside of counseling, my hobbies involve stories that help me make sense of who I am and the world we live in. I love reading, going to the movies, plays, and concerts. I also love discovering more about the world by traveling and meeting people from different cultures.

    My ideal client knows that something has to change. They might not know exactly what, but they are willing to dig deep, face the fear of vulnerability, and find out who they want to be. A client may come in for various reasons, and in the end, discover that there is a lot behind the current issue. My ideal client has the courage to go there!  I do my best to create a safe place that holds no judgments. In therapy, the client does most of the work. I am a companion that holds their hand when they need support and pushes them forward when they need the extra motivation. By finding out the client’s strengths, we can work together to build self-esteem, willingness, and hope.
    I am proud to offer counseling services in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

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