Willow Clinical Services

About Our Team

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The clinical team of Willow Clinical Services is committed to guiding couples toward relief and recovery. We are a team of clinicians that specialize in the treatment of sex and love addiction, including the use of compulsive pornography, and partners affected by this behavior.
We appreciate what it takes to receive treatment and are collaborative, directive, compassionate,
and empathic with our clients.

Anastacia Favela

MA, MS, LPC, ASAT
Intake Coordinator

Anastacia Favela, MA, MS, LPC, ASAT Intake Coordinator Anastacia’s nonjudgemental and understanding approach helps to create a safe environment for clients to explore their inner worlds to further understand themselves and the nature of their issues. She operates from a trauma-informed perspective and utilizes psychodynamic tools, motivational interviewing, self-exploration, parts work, creative exercises and psychoeducation to help her clients understand their core wounds. Anastacia specializes in supporting men recovering from pornography addiction and other sexually compulsive behaviors. She supports her clients that are working to repair relationships that have been affected by betrayal, and those exploring what a romantic relationship might look like for them. Anastacia developed and facilitates a weekly group for men ages 18-30 in recovery from pornography addiction. Anastacia also supports the partner and adult children of those effected by the addictive or compulsive behavior, individually and she co-facilitates a betrayed partners group. Anastacia has a Masters in Jungian Psychoanalytical Psychology from the University of Essex in England (2019) and a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of West Alabama (2024). Anastacia uses the 30-task model created by Patrick Carnes, and her primary therapeutic orientation is a combination of psychodynamic theories, existential therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, client-centered and solutions-focused therapy (SFT). Her practice is rooted in helping clients find their greatest potential by growing in their conscious awareness and understanding of their problems and how to overcome them. Anastacia has experience working as a meditation teacher and offers various techniques to help calm the mind and nervous system. She has worked as a psychotherapist for both adolescents and adults in a residential and hospital setting. Anastacia also loves to travel and has a deep appreciation for culture and this has enhanced her ability to understand various cultures and communities.

Anastacia provides services via Telehealth as well as in person in our Oak Brook office.

Darius Collins

MA, LCPC, ASAT, APTT, DAIP Trained

Darius’ empathetic approach guides his attitude toward helping individuals who experience pain because of their impulsive or compulsive sexual behaviors. He utilizes Dr. Carnes’ Task Model and incorporates psychoeducation, rational emotive behavior therapy, mindfulness, and expressive or artistic techniques to help individuals to gain a deeper understanding of how their lived experiences have influenced their development, sexual attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors. These insights can present an opportunity to find workable solutions, heal emotional wounds from the past and present, and increase overall life satisfaction. Darius works to create an environment conducive to facing the shame, guilt, and judgment associated with sex addiction. Using evidence-based practices and incorporating practical tools, he believes that individuals can safely encounter and address their struggles related to their sexuality and achieve their desired goals. Darius also has experience working with children and adolescents, which involves education about the neurological effects of exposure to sexually charged media and discussing sexual behaviors in developmentally appropriate ways. He can assist with developing insight regarding their challenges and learning to build and maintain satisfying relationships. His approach acknowledges that healthy relationships—with self and others—are fundamental and essential to overall well-being.

Darius provides services via Telehealth as well as in our Oak Brook office.

Jamie Ricks

MS, CSAT-Candidate

Jamie uses an integrative approach that considers an individual’s family, culture, and prior experiences to examine where they started and to determine where they envision themselves going as they travel along the path to healing. Jamie’s goal is to work collaboratively with clients to explore the story of their lives and to develop new ways of thinking and behaviors to rewrite those stories. Jamie has completed training with the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals focused on sexual addiction, recovery, relapse, and peer and family support. Jamie provides support to those struggling with sexually compulsive behavior, as well as those impacted by the behavior. Her background includes extensive work in behavioral intake and assessment in hospital and inpatient psychiatric settings as well as client support and counseling in residential treatment facilities for individuals with eating and co-occurring disorders. Jamie also has experience working with children and adults who are survivors of sexual and physical traumas. Jamie completed her Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from National Louis University (2016). Her clinical training is focused on Family Systems Therapy, Solutions Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Dialectical Brief Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Jamie provides services via Telehealth as well as in person in our Oak Brook office.

Jessica Lopez Guzman

LSW, CSAT-Candidate

As a Latina clinical social worker and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) candidate, I support individuals ages 5 to 60+ in healing intimacy wounds, cultural and family-of-origin trauma, and patterns of identity-masking shaped by societal expectations. I work with those navigating compulsive sexual behaviors, relationship-dependency, or anxiety tied to these cycles, as well as partners healing from betrayal trauma and the loss of relational safety and trust. I also empower children and adult-children who grew up in homes marked by parentification or unmet emotional needs to reconnect with and reclaim their most authentic selves. By specializing in DBT, Dr. Patrick Carnes’ 30 Task Model, and Solution-Focused Therapy, I help clients regulate the nervous system, address the roots of trauma, and break compulsive cycles using practical and lasting tools. I also facilitate DBT Skills groups in addition to individual therapy. I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the Jane Addams College of Social Work – University of Illinois Chicago, and practice through a culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and neurodivergence-affirming lens. With experience across academic, clinical, and legal settings, I deeply understand how these struggles can impact identity, relationships, and nervous system safety.

Jessica provides services via Telehealth, as well as in person in our Lincolnwood and Oak Brook offices.

Spanish

Como trabajadora social clínica latina y candidata a Terapeuta Certificada en Adicción Sexual (CSAT), ayudo a personas de 5 a 60+ años a sanar heridas de intimidad, trauma cultural y familiar, y patrones de auto-ocultamiento moldeados por expectativas sociales. Apoyo a quienes enfrentan conductas sexuales compulsivas, dependencia afectiva o ansiedad por estos ciclos, así como a parejas que sanan del trauma por traición y la pérdida de seguridad y confianza. También empodero a niñas, niños y adultos que crecieron en hogares marcados por parentificación o necesidades emocionales no atendidas, para reconectarse con su ser más auténtico. Al especializarme en DBT, el Modelo de las 30 Tareas del Dr. Carnes y la Terapia Breve Centrada en Soluciones, te ayudo a regular tu sistema nervioso, sanar las raíces del trauma y romper ciclos compulsivos con herramientas prácticas y duraderas. También facilito grupos de habilidades DBT además de terapia individual. Obtuve mi maestría en trabajo social (MSW) por la Jane Addams College of Social Work – University of Illinois Chicago, y ejerzo desde un enfoque culturalmente responsivo, informado por trauma y afirmativo de la neurodivergencia. Con experiencia en entornos académicos, clínicos y legales, comprendo cómo estas experiencias pueden impactar profundamente la identidad, las relaciones y el sistema nervioso.

Jessica ofrece servicios a través de telesalud, así como en persona en nuestras oficinas de Lincolnwood y Oak Brook.

Manya Howie

MA, LPC, CSAT
Lincolnwood Office Site Manager

Manya is a seasoned Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) who specializes in supporting betrayed partners and couples navigating the complex terrain of relational trauma and intimacy disruption. Grounded in empathy and guided by evidence-based practices, Manya creates a safe and compassionate space where clients can begin the journey toward healing and restoration. Manya believes that recovery is not just about surviving betrayal—it’s about reclaiming agency, rebuilding trust, and cultivating deeper emotional insight. Through a collaborative therapeutic process, clients are empowered to develop practical skills, strengthen emotional resilience, and reconnect with their authentic selves and relationships. Whether working with individuals overwhelmed by discovery or couples seeking to rebuild connection, Manya brings warmth, clarity, and clinical precision to every session. The goal: to transform pain into growth and foster lasting relational wellness. Manya has additional training and experience in Sexual Reintegration Therapy (SRT) to aid clients in reintegrating intimacy after betrayal. To facilitate deeper healing, Manya utilizes trauma informed parts work with her clients. Manya also runs groups for betrayed partners as well as for single parents.

Manya provides services via Telehealth as well as in person in our Lincolnwood office.

Yael Sonenthal

MA, LPC, CSAT-Candidate

Yael is a bright and compassionate therapist who creates a comfortable and supportive environment for her clients to heal and grow. Yael is knowledgeable in family dynamics and specializes in helping parents navigate difficult situations and boundaries with their children. She is a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) Candidate and specializes in supporting partners experiencing betrayal trauma. Yael also supports couples as they navigate complex dynamics using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) techniques to assist couples in healing from betrayal, enhancing communication skills and building empathy. She utilizes her expertise in attachment-based therapy, internal family systems (IFS), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to tailor her approach to each client's unique needs. Yael holds a master's degree in counseling psychology from North Park University of Chicago and a bachelor's in speech and communication disorders from the Blitstein Institute. Her background includes work in agency and private practice settings, schools, and rehabilitation facilities.

Yael provides services via Telehealth as well as in person in our Lincolnwood office.

Cynthia Reetz

MA, LCPC, CSAT-Supervisor

Cynthia is passionate about supporting therapists, parents, and individuals through education, supervision, and specialized clinical consultation. She enjoys providing clinical supervision to provisionally licensed therapists working toward full licensure, as well as consultation to fully licensed therapists navigating complex cases—particularly when working with clients struggling with sexually compulsive behavior or those affected by this behavior. Cynthia helps clinicians assess whether a client may benefit from a higher or different level of care, offering clear, supportive guidance in these sensitive situations.
In addition, Cynthia is deeply committed to parent education and helping caregivers have open, honest conversations with their children about the risks of the internet and the reality of inadvertent exposure to inappropriate content. While setting limits and blocks on devices is important, she believes it is equally essential to equip children with the tools to respond when they encounter harmful material. Cynthia provides trainings and consultation for parents and professionals, guiding them through these difficult and necessary conversations to promote safety, resilience, and trust within the family.
Cynthia is trained and skilled in the treatment of sex and love addiction, healthy sexuality, family of origin issues, process addictions, codependency, depression, trauma, and relational and parenting challenges. She specializes in working with partners of those experiencing sexual addiction and has extensive experience in Sexual Reintegration Therapy (SRT). Her integrative approach blends attachment theory, parts work, somatic work, experiential work, a task-centered framework, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Cynthia has developed and facilitated consultation groups for therapists, intensive outpatient programs, experiential therapy groups, and task-focused therapy groups. Since earning her Master of Arts in Counseling from the Adler School of Professional Psychology in 2008 and her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2005, she has practiced throughout the Chicagoland area and continues to develop the clinical team and services offered within Willow Clinical Services.

Cynthia is currently welcoming new supervisees, parents seeking guidance via consultation, and professionals in need of clinical consultation - available in Oak Brook as well as virtually via Zoom.

Office Support

Cheryl

Office Manager

Michelle

Project Manager

Office Locations

1000 Jorie Blvd, Suite 206
Oak Brook, IL 60523

6600 N. Lincoln Avenue, Suite 230
Lincolnwood, IL 60712

Connect

Email: info@willowclinical.com
Phone: 630.752.9874
Fax: 630.752.9875