About Us
Padera Therapy & Wellness is a holistic health and counseling center in Wheaton, Illinois, assisting clients with moving toward complete emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and physical wellness. We work with children, teens, adults, families and partners.
“Padera Therapy and Wellness was founded in 2017 with one goal in mind — to combine high quality, inclusive, and trauma-informed mental health care with holistic methods of healing, like mindfulness, meditation, and yoga.
Many of our therapists blend evidence-based approaches like DBT, CBT, and trauma-informed care with mindfulness, somatic work, and yoga-based practices to support mind, body, and soul healing.”
— Kristin Padera,
LCPC, Founder of Padera Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
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We offer individual therapy, relationship therapy, and family therapy.
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Our compassionate professionals come from diverse backgrounds and specialties, offering a wide range of therapeutic approaches to support each client’s unique journey. We are trauma-focused, neurodivergent-affirming, and LGBTQIA+-affirming. We believe in full mind-body wellness and healing.
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Getting started is simple. Take a look at our Therapists to learn about our team. Visit the Therapy Modalities page to see if something sounds right for you. Or skip all of that and just reach out through our contact form or give us a call. You can even send a text! We will discuss what you’re looking for, your availability for sessions, and your insurance or payment options.
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Healing and personal growth begin with the right connection. We believe that finding a therapist who truly aligns with your needs, values, and personality is essential for meaningful progress. We will listen to what is important to you, and suggest therapists who may be a good fit. You can review their information and make a selection, or if you’re still undecided, you can schedule a 15 minute complimentary phone consultation to determine fit. Take a look at our Therapists to get a head start.
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We are in-network with Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO plans, Cigna, and United Healthcare/Optum. We will verify your benefits prior to your first session.
If you are out of network, you are welcome to be a self-pay client. We can provide a superbill for you to submit for possible reimbursement.
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If you are in-network, sessions are billed to your insurance company and, based on your benefits, you may owe money towards your session if you have a copay/coinsurance or a deductible to meet.
If you don’t have insurance, self pay clients are $135/session.
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You can reach us anytime via our contact page, email, phone or text. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day. Call (630) 940-6828, text (630) 523-9196 or email scheduling@paderatherapy.com.
Areas of Focus
Anxiety & Depression
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Bipolar Disorder
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
Mood & Personality Disorders
Emotional Regulation
Behavioral Issues
Self-Harming & Suicidal Ideation
Psychotic Symtoms
Impulse Control Disorders
Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
ADHD & Autism
Grief & Loss
Anger Management
Chronic Illness
Eating Disorders
Peer Relationships
School Issues
Perinatal Mental Health & Lactation Support
Attachment issues
Sexuality
Family Conflict & Divorce
Premarital Counseling
Relationship Issues
Consensual/Ethical Non-Monogamy
Infidelity and Affair Recovery
Discernment Counseling
Infertility
Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
Gambling
Sexual Addiction
Alcohol Addiction & Substance Use
Chronic Relapse
Trauma & PTSD
Sexual Abuse & Violence
Domestic Violence
Religious Trauma & Deconversion
Codependency & Boundaries
Body Image & Body Positivity
Highly Sensitive People
Self-Esteem
Stress & Burnout
Inner Child Healing
Mindfulness
Spirituality
Sports Performance
Perfectionism & High Achievers
LGBTQIA+ and Gender Identity Issues
First Generation Issues
Racial Identity
Veterans
Seniors
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT)
Art Therapy
Asian American Mental Health
Attachment-Based Therapy
Brainspotting
Children/Teen Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Dance Movement Therapy (DMT)
Discernment Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy
Family Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Latinx Issues
LGBTQIA+-Affirming Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Therapy (MBSR)
Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Therapy (MBTT)
Muslim Mental Health
Narrative Therapy
Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy
Parent Coaching
Perinatal Mental Health
Person-Centered
Play Therapy
Relationship Therapy
Sex Therapy
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied, BDSM, ENM/Poly
Somatic Therapy
Social Justice Focused
Strengths-Based Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Walk & Talk Therapy
Yoga Therapy
Our Location
We are located in The Grove Office Park, Building C, 2100 Manchester Road, Suite 1420, Wheaton, IL 60187.
Our office is in Building C, all the way in the back of the lot. Enter door #1400. Our office is straight ahead in Suite 1420.