Therapy & Counseling
Near Aurora & Naperville, IL.
Evidence-Based Psychological Care Minutes from Fox Valley & East Aurora
Looking for specialized, high-acuity therapy near Aurora, IL? Ascend Therapy offers advanced care for anxiety, OCD, trauma, and relationships in a quiet, accessible setting with free parking.
Convenient 10-Minute Commute from Aurora & Fox Valley
Located at 500 E Ogden Ave, Suite 101 in North Naperville, our clinic is just 10 minutes east of Aurora via Route 34 / Ogden Ave, New York St, or Eola Rd.
Situated near the intersection of Washington St and Ogden Ave, our office provides a peaceful, professional environment away from crowded commercial centers, with plenty of free on-site parking.
In-Person & Secure Illinois Telehealth
Whether you live in East Aurora, near Waubonsie Valley, or in the Fox Valley corridor, we make therapy fit your lifestyle. Clients can choose in-person sessions or engage in secure online therapy across Illinois.
Our clinicians offer morning, afternoon, and evening appointments to fit school and work schedules.
Clinical Specializations
Specialized care for Aurora residents.
Specialized treatments designed to deliver measurable progress:
Anxiety & Panic Treatment
EMDR Trauma Therapy
OCD & ERP Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Marriage & Couples Counseling
Adolescent & Young Adult Therapy
Advanced Evidence-Based Modalities
Our team consists of licensed clinicians with specialized backgrounds from top regional behavioral health programs (such as Linden Oaks and Timberline Knolls). We offer advanced modalities like EMDR, DBT, and ERP that are not always available at generalist practices.
We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Aetna PPO, Cigna PPO, UnitedHealthcare PPO, and Lyra Health EAP.
Our Specialists
Meet our clinical team.
Meet our dedicated team of licensed clinicians serving Aurora, Naperville, and the greater Fox Valley area.
Sara Banks, LCSW
Specialties
Owner and EMDR-trained specialist in anxiety, OCD (ERP), and trauma recovery.
Takeisha Rheams, LCPC
Specialties
EMDR-trained counselor specializing in teens, young adults, high-pressure transitions, and parenting support.
Nagla Mostafa, LMFT
Specialties
15+ years experience specializing in marriage counseling, couples therapy, complex trauma, and sex therapy.
Melanie Ciucci, LCSW
Specialties
DBT and trauma specialist helping adults navigate mood disorders, depression, and life transitions.
Dr. Jonathan Woodin, PsyD
Specialties
Clinical psychologist specializing in anxiety, OCD, ERP, sex therapy, and technology addiction.
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions.
Our clinic is located at 500 E Ogden Ave, Suite 101 in North Naperville—approximately a 10-minute drive from East Aurora and the Fox Valley area.
Yes. Nagla Mostafa, LMFT specializes in marriage counseling, Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and sex therapy for couples.
Yes. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare PPO plans, and Lyra Health EAP. We verify coverage prior to your first session.
Yes. We offer morning, afternoon, and evening session times, both in-person and via telehealth.
Specialized Care Minutes from Aurora
Connect with an experienced therapist today. Schedule your intake session with Ascend Therapy.