Roots of Regulation Counseling

Roots of Regulation Counseling is a trauma-informed group therapy practice located in Mokena, Illinois. We provide in-person therapy for children, teens, adults, couples, and families, along with telehealth for clients throughout Illinois. At Roots, we believe that people make sense. Emotions, behaviors, and patterns that may feel confusing or frustrating often developed for a reason. Rather than asking, “What is wrong with you?” we are more interested in understanding what happened, what your nervous system learned, and what you need now. Our work is grounded in connection, curiosity, compassion, and accountability. We do not believe therapy is about fixing people or asking them to become someone entirely different. It is about helping people understand themselves with less shame, recognize the protective patterns that have helped them survive, and build greater flexibility, safety, and connection within themselves and their relationships. Our clinicians bring specialized experience in trauma, EMDR, anxiety, depression, attachment, neurodivergence, nervous-system regulation, relationships, addiction, maternal and perinatal mental health, child and adolescent development, identity, life transitions, and parent support. Our approaches include attachment-based therapy, Polyvagal Theory, EMDR, somatic interventions, parts work, mindfulness, CBT, DBT, and other relational and evidence-informed practices. Treatment is always individualized because there is no single approach that works for every person. Roots is an inclusive and affirming practice. We welcome people across identities, cultures, family structures, relationship structures, spiritual backgrounds, and lived experiences. We recognize that healing does not happen outside the context of relationships, communities, cultures, and systems. Our goal is to create a space where clients feel genuinely seen, respected, supported, and able to show up as their whole selves. We also believe quality trauma-informed care should be accessible across income levels. Roots accepts several commercial insurance plans as well as Illinois Medicaid and Medicaid Managed Care plans. Our team works collaboratively to help connect each person with a therapist whose experience, personality, availability, and therapeutic approach fit their needs. Meet Our Therapists Heather DeJanovich, LCSW Co-Founder Heather has more than 15 years of experience helping people understand themselves with greater compassion instead of criticism. She specializes in trauma, attachment, EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, nervous-system regulation, somatic approaches, identity, relationships, and helping clients make coherent sense of their experiences so they can live with greater authenticity, connection, and freedom. Heather’s style is warm, relational, and honest, with humor woven in when it is helpful. She is LGBTQIA+ affirming and is committed to creating a space where clients feel deeply understood, challenged with compassion, and supported in coming home to themselves. Mary D’Adam, LCPC, CADC Co-Founder Mary works with adults navigating trauma, addiction, emotional regulation, relationship concerns, and the impact of loving someone who struggles with substance use. She is EMDR certified and integrates attachment-based therapy, Polyvagal Theory, mindfulness, parts work, and a systems-based understanding of healing. Mary brings warmth, honesty, and directness into the therapy room. She supports clients in moving from self-judgment toward curiosity while also encouraging meaningful accountability, growth, and a more connected relationship with themselves and others. Abby Gentile, MA, LCPC, PMH-C Abby specializes in trauma-informed care, perinatal and postpartum mental health, nervous-system regulation, motherhood, fertility concerns, birth trauma, postpartum anxiety and depression, emerging adulthood, and major life transitions. She is a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Counselor and has completed EMDR Basic Training. Abby’s style is calm, grounded, and deeply compassionate. She creates a collaborative space where clients can feel safe, understood, and supported as they reconnect with themselves and navigate vulnerable or changing seasons of life. Tori Strong, MSW Pre-Licensed Professional Tori works with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, emotional or behavioral concerns, relationship difficulties, family stress, life transitions, low self-esteem, and challenges with independence or everyday functioning. Her background includes home-based counseling and Behavioral Health Intervention Services supporting children and families in developing emotional regulation, communication, problem-solving, and relationship skills. Tori brings warmth, curiosity, empathy, and a strengths-based perspective to her work. As a participant in Roots’ year-long trauma fellowship, she is receiving advanced training in trauma-informed care, attachment, Polyvagal Theory, nervous-system regulation, relational healing, and somatic interventions. Tania Velazquez, LCSW Tania provides virtual therapy for young adults and adults throughout Illinois. She works with clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, burnout, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and questions related to culture, identity, and belonging. Tania’s approach is warm, culturally responsive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. She draws from trauma-informed therapy, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, and strengths-based practices to help clients develop practical coping skills while building deeper self-understanding and lasting change. Finding the Right Fit The relationship between a client and therapist matters. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child, your relationship, or your family, our team will help you identify a therapist whose experience and approach fit what you are looking for. You do not have to have everything figured out before reaching out. We can begin by listening, learning more about what is happening, and helping you determine the next step.