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Chris O'Toole, LCSW, EMDR

Clinical Director
Bartlett Office
(630) 587-3777, Ext: 525
chris@RiverviewCounselingServices.com
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, EMDR-certified psychotherapist, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy–trained clinician (Levels 1 and 2), with over 12 years of experience supporting middle and high school students in school settings and 6 years of experience working with adults. I provide individual and couples counseling for adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, and grief and loss.
My work is grounded in trauma-informed care, with specialized training in EMDR therapy to help clients process and heal from traumatic experiences that continue to impact their thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of self. EMDR allows us to move beyond coping alone and work toward meaningful resolution of past experiences in a safe, structured, and collaborative way. I integrate EMDR with a compassionate, strengths-based approach that honors each client’s lived experience and pace.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate life challenges and life transitions with dignity and care.  My therapeutic approach includes compassion, humor, and unconditional positive regard. Together, we will create a treatment plan tailored to your concerns and strengths, build practical coping skills, reduce distress, and strengthen your relationship with yourself and others.