Meet Our Staff
Dr. Benton Johnson II - PhD, LCPC, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC, MNLP Practitioner, CCHt, DT/E, CMPT, CSLC, PEFT
I provide down-to-earth, insight-oriented therapy for individuals seeking real change in their lives. My approach is holistic, addressing emotional, spiritual, and developmental well-being. I work with clients facing challenges such as trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, addiction, career struggles, chronic illness, parenting, and family imbalances.
With a focus on connection and personal empowerment, I help clients open up to new possibilities, recognize their inner strength, and build meaningful relationships that support growth. Therapy with me is a collaborative process—one where we explore, heal, and move forward together. If you’re ready for change, support, and a path toward a more fulfilling life, I’m here to help.
Taffy A Gaston - Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC
I am a mental health professional with over 20 years of experience, supporting adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, and life stress. My approach is compassionate and client-centered, creating a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.
Whether you’re struggling with personal or professional stress, therapy can help you build the
skills and resilience needed for a healthier, more balanced life. If you’re ready to begin your
healing journey, I’m here to support you.
Ileana Ungureanu - Marriage & Family Therapist, MD, PhD, LMFT
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the challenges that come with close relationships. Our connections deeply shape our well-being, yet they can also bring pain and conflict. My work is informed by loss, trauma, and attachment-based, emotionally focused therapy, always considering the cultural complexities that influence our lives.
As an assistant professor of marriage, couple, and family counseling at Governors State University, I teach and supervise future therapists. With a background as a family physician, I also have a special interest in the impact of physical illness on mental health.
Whether you’re struggling with relational issues, loss, or personal challenges, I provide a compassionate space to heal, reconnect, and grow.
Kiril Mishv - MSc, Pre license professional (LCPC), Gestalt Therapist
I am a therapist with international experience, trained in Gestalt approach that focus on self-awareness, presence, and personal growth. Licensed in Europe and pre-licensed in the U.S.
My approach is authentic, relational, and process-oriented. I help clients reconnect with themselves, explore unfinished business, and break free from stuck patterns. By bringing awareness to thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations, we create space for choice, healing, and self-acceptance.
I work with adolescents, adults, and LGBTQ+ individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Together, we create a collaborative space where you can explore your experiences with acceptance, curiosity, and compassion—where every part of you is seen, heard, and embraced.