Licensed Professional Counselor and Trauma Therapist

Kasia Tomanek

MA, LPC, EMDR

I began my career in the corporate world, but I quickly realized that my real passion was for helping others find authenticity and healing. I went back to school to get my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have been working as a therapist ever since.

I spent the beginning of my career as a counselor working with couples and individuals impacted by domestic violence. I have a deep understanding of issues in relationships and enjoy helping clients find healthier ways to communicate with others and cope with their emotions. I enjoy working with clients across the lifespan and specialize in working with clients presenting with symptoms of depression, anxiety, attachment and relationship issues, borderline personality disorder, and complex trauma.

As a therapist, I am committed to growing and learning. I stay up-to-date on new research in the therapy world and work to integrate new information into treatment with clients. I strive to provide my clients with the best care possible and use a holistic approach that addresses all aspects of your life.

At the core of my work, I am client-centered and believe in creating a completely non-judgmental space where you can be heard. I frequently use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, EMDR, inner child exploration, attachment theory, and psychodynamic approaches in my work with clients. However, we all seek therapy for different reasons and a one size fits all approach never works. I like to pull from various modalities and use techniques that make sense to you. Therapy should be a collaborative process and we will work together in setting goals together and making sure this process is catered to your needs.

I provide culturally-sensitive therapy and am passionate about working with clients who have different backgrounds and life experiences than myself.

About Kasia:

  • English- and Polish-speaking

  • LGBTQ+ allied

  • Loves trying out new recipes (even if she burns a thing or two) and reading

  • Enjoys spending time with her two furry cats, Borris and Brenda, and Bart the dog

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented type of talk therapy that can help manage mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety, and emotional concerns, such as coping with grief or stress.

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy treatment that is designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories.

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of talk therapy, specially adapted for people who experience emotions very intensely.

Top Specialties:

  • Trauma and PTSD

  • Anxiety

  • Borderline Personality (BPD)

  • EMDR

Areas of Expertise:

  • Behavioral Issues

  • Bipolar Disorder

  • Body Positivity

  • Cancer

  • Children 12+

  • Codependency

  • Coping Skills

  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy

  • Depression

  • Domestic Violence

  • Emotional Disturbance

  • English- and Polish-speaking

  • Family Conflict

  • Infidelity

  • LGBTQ+ allied

  • Life Transitions & Stress

  • Mood Disorders

  • Peer Relationships

  • Personality Disorders

  • Relationship Issues

  • School Issues

  • Self Esteem

  • Sexual Abuse

  • Stress

  • Suicidal Ideation

  • Women's Issues

I’m in network with:

Aetna

Anthem

BCBS PPO

Cigna / Evernorth

Call (630) 940-6828 or email scheduling@paderatherapy.com to set up an appointment or schedule a 15-minute free phone consultation.

“Therapy should be a collaborative process and we will work together in setting goals together and making sure this process is catered to your needs. I believe in creating a completely non-judgmental space where you can be heard.”

— Kasia Tomanek

Questions about insurance?

Give us a call or email scheduling@paderatherapy.com. We can often work with insurance companies if we are out-of-network. If we are an out-of-network provider or you do not have insurance, our rate is currently $135.00 for a 53 minute session. However, we also offer reduced rates in special circumstances. Finances should never be a deterrent for seeking help! We work with families to come up with a number that works for you.