Amaris Counseling Staff
Counseling Therapists
Keisha Hampton, LSW
Not Accepting New Clients at this time.
States: IL/IN
Keisha earned a Bachelors in Business Administration from Aurora University and a Masters in Leadership and Management from Concordia University – St. Paul. She chose to return to Aurora University to follow her passion of helping others and recently received her Masters of Social Work.
Keisha is passionate about healing, self-care, Black mental health and wellness, and providing safe spaces. She works with adolescents and young adults; specializing in developing coping skills, life adjustments, boundary setting, anxiety, and depression.
Therapy Types: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Mindfulness Techniques, Faith Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Client-Centered Therapy
Populations Served: Teens (16+) & Young Adults, College Students, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, Anxiety/Depression
Appointment Types: Individuals & Family Therapy
Jasmyn Flannigan, LPC
Accepting New Clients! States: IL/IN
Jasmyn Flannigan is a Master’s graduate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Jasmyn has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, mood instability, & relationship issues. Jasmyn is passionate about working with individuals navigating overwhelming levels of stress related to academics, relationships, work, and change. Jasmyn strives to provide clients a compassionate, collaborative, authentic, and supportive space to address their concerns, foster their strengths, and enhance their overall well-being.
Therapy Types: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Mindfulness Techniques, and Client-Centered Therapy
Populations Served: Adolescents(12+), Young Adults, College Students, Couples, Postpartum Anxiety/Depression
Appointment Types: Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy.
Tennille Perry, LPC, NCC
Accepting New Clients! States: IL/IN
Tennille earned a Bachelors in Business Management with a specialty in Healthcare Finance and has completed her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Tennille is a National Certified Counselor through the National Board of Certified Counselors, Inc. She is also a member of the American Counseling Association and the Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling. She received certification in Adult Mental Health First Aid by the National Council for Behavioral Health. Tennille has also attended and completed The Clinicians Guide for Suicide Prevention Summit.
She works with adolescents (12+), adults, couples, and groups. Tennille is dedicated to providing compassionate support and guidance to individuals seeking support on their mental health journey. Tennille's interests in mental health are derived from a genuine desire to help others coping with anxiety, depression, and/or trauma, especially in BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Therapy Types: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, Client-Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Trauma Focused, Family Systems
Populations Served: Adolescents(12+), Young Adults, College Students, Couples, Postpartum Anxiety/Depression, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC
Appointment Types: Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy.
Skyler Sheffer, MSW
Accepting New Clients! States: IL/IN
Skyler Sheffer is a Master’s graduate in social work from Aurora University. Skyler has experience working with anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. She also has experience working in crisis intervention and with neurodiverse children. Her goal is to help clients cope with stress by focusing on their strengths and using an empathetic approach to develop healthy coping skills. She is also passionate about helping clients achieve their goals by implementing goal-setting strategies.
Therapy Types: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, Strength-based, and Goal Setting.
Populations Served: Adolescents(12+), Adults
Appointment Types: Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy
A’Ja Holmes, LPC
Not Accepting New Clients at this time.
States: IL/IN
A’Ja completed her Bachelor's Degree from DePaul University and her Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. A’Ja enjoys working with people in adolescence though older adulthood learning to cope with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, stress, trauma (PTSD), identity exploration, grief and loss, life transitions and relationship issues.
A’Ja believes that her direct yet empathic approach allows clients to feel safe, understood and hold themselves accountable to the change they want to see. A’Ja also leans into her beliefs as a Christian as the foundation of her kind, humble, gentle, patient, and loving approach with clients. A’Ja is also completing training to be certified as a First Responder Counselor, which will equip her to provide therapy services for first responders (police officers, fire fighters, EMTs, etc).
Therapy Types: Faith-Based Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory with a modernized twist, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques
Populations Served: Adolescents(12+) & Adults 18+
Appointment Types: Individual, Couples, Faith-based, and Family Therapy.
Ryan Thomas, MSW
Accepting New Clients! States: IL/IN
Ryan Thomas is a Master’s graduate in Social Work from Governors State University. Ryan has experience working with defiance, anxiety, depression, communication breakdowns and family dynamics. Ryan also has experience in working with individuals who have encountered loss, abuse, PTSD and other trauma related disorders.
Ryan believes in creating a safe, supportive and collaborative environment where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a confidential and non-judgmental setting. Ryan strives to integrate faith-based perspectives with evidence-based therapeutic approaches to help address emotional, behavioral, and relational concerns. Ryan is passionate about the power of healing through faith, hope, and personal growth.
Therapy Types: Faith-Based Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, Trauma-Informed Practices and Family Systems
Populations Served: Adolescents 12+, College Students, Adults, Couples, Anxiety/Depression
Appointment Types: Individual, Couples, and Family
Administrative Team
Nina Hemphill
Payroll & Billing Specialist
Dedicated and friendly, Nina is excited to be a part of this impactful team and is eager to support. Nina earned a Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Morgan State University. She is pursuing furthering her studies in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Keisha Hampton, MA, LSW
Clinical Compliance Monitor & Administrative Support Specialist
In addition to her role as a Therapist, Keisha oversees Clinical Compliance and provides additional administrative support. Keisha earned a Bachelors in Business Administration from Aurora University and a Masters in Leadership and Management from Concordia University – St. Paul. She chose to return to Aurora University to follow her passion of helping others and received her Masters of Social Work.