Call 773 789-9775 to begin repairing, restoring and revitalizing your relationship.

Semillas Counseling PLLC
  • Home
  • Therapists
  • Financial
  • Services
  • Contact Us
  • Blog
    • Home
    • Therapists
    • Financial
    • Services
    • Contact Us
    • Blog
Semillas Counseling PLLC
  • Home
  • Therapists
  • Financial
  • Services
  • Contact Us
  • Blog

Relationship and Marriage Counseling

SCHEDULE A TELEPHONE CONSULTATION TODAY
Michael Villarreal, Couples Counseling, Marriage Counseling EMDR, LGBTQ, Prepare Enrich Facilitator

Michael Villarreal, LCPC, NCC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, State of Illinois #180010064


Clinical Director and Founder of Semillas Counseling PLLC.


My personal mission is my passion to create a safe and meaningful therapeutic experience, generating a greater sense of self-acceptance and self-awareness, to improve the quality of your relationships.  Working collaboratively with each couple, I strive to foster a deeper sense of intimacy, commitment, and connection that will last a lifetime.  I incorporate a caring, directive, solution-oriented approach to minimize the disconnection and expedite the healing process. 


I have been in the mental health field for over 10 years, working in a private practice setting for over 6 years with a strong emphasis in working with couples and families in distress.  


My approach incorporates training from the Evanston Family Therapy Center, Gottman Institute, Emotionally Focused Therapy and the Couples Institute.  I am also trained in EMDR, a technique which can decrease symptoms and advance the therapeutic process.  I am also a Certified Trainer of Mental Health First Aid (Adult)  and also a Prepare/Enrich Facilitator.  


Education:  B.A. in Psychology and M.A. in Community Counseling from Northeastern Illinois University.


Services available in English and Spanish.


Read my blog here.


Specialties include:   

  • Anxiety and Stress Management
  • Communication Challenges
  • Conflict Resolution 
  • Couples in Distress
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Depressive and Mood Disorders
  • Discernment Counseling 
  • EMDR / PTSD/ Complex Trauma
  • Gender & Sexual Identity Issues
  • Group Counseling 
  • Infidelity 
  • Intimacy Issues & Sex Therapy
  • LGBTQ Issues 
  • Multiculturalism 
  • Premarital Counseling 
  • Relationship and Marriage Counseling
  • Same-Sex Specialized Counseling
  • Sexual Identity 


Accepted Insurance:

  • Aetna Behavioral Health (including Student Assistance Program) 
  • BlueCross BlueShield - BlueChoice PPO
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Preferred PPO
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Blue Options/BlueChoice Options
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Participating Provider Organization
  • CIGNA Behavioral Health 
  • United Behavioral Health


Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Affiliate Provider:

  • All One Health 
  • ACI Specialty Benefits
  • Alliance Work Partners
  • Carebridge 
  • ESPYR
  • FEI Workforce Resilience
  • Integrated Behavioral Health 
  • KGA
  • Morneau Shepell 
  • New Directions Behavioral Health 
  • Reach 
  • Workplace Solutions

  

Michael has also been recipient of Merlin W. Schultz Professional Development Grants awarded by the Schultz Foundation for Advancing Counseling. The Schultz Foundation facilitates positive change by ensuring that counselors and organizations are equipped to handle the emotional and social needs facing families and individuals across Illinois. 


  • 2019 Recipient - Yearlong Training in Narrative Therapy offered by Evanston Family Therapy Center
  • 2017 Recipient – EMDR Training by the EMDR Institute, Inc. 

Conveniently Located in River North - Streeterville

 Speak with our relationship experts today.  All inquiries are strictly confidential. 

Premarital Assessment

Michael incorporates the Prepare/Enrich Model in premarital, relationship and marriage counseling.  To learn more about this model click here.

 Speak with our relationship experts today.  All inquiries are strictly confidential. 

Therapy During COVID-19

 Semillas Counseling PLLC now offers telehealth sessions to clients as an alternative 

to an in-office visit,  which can enable you to connect with our clinicians 

while reducing the risk of exposure to COVID-19 or further illness.  

Contact Us
SCHEDULE A TELEPHONE CONSULTATION TODAY

Begin your journey today!

Relationship, Marriage Counseling, Individual Psychotherapy, Couples Counseling, River North Chicago

Christine Badger, LPC

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

 Specializes in:

Anxiety and Stress Management

Conflict Resolution 

Couples in Distress

Crisis Intervention

Depressive and Mood Disorders

Domestic Violence

Premarital Counseling 

Relationship and Marriage Counseling

Michele Baldasti, Relationship, Marriage Counseling, Individual Psychotherapy, Couples Counseling,

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

Specializes in:

Anxiety and Stress Management

Conflict Resolution 

Couples in Distress

Crisis Intervention

Depressive and Mood Disorders

Domestic Violence

Premarital Counseling 

Relationship and Marriage Counseling

Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Hamzah Beydoun, LPC

Michele Baldasti, Counselor

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Specializes in: 

Adults Coping with Trauma or Abuse

Child, Adolescent & Family Therapy

Clients in Distress or Crisis

Couples in Distress

Depressive and Anxiety Disorders

Grief and Loss

Relationship Issues

 Relationship and Marriage Counseling 

Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Specializes in: 

  Adults Coping with Trauma or Abuse

Anxiety & Stress Management 

Communication and Conflict Resolution

Child, Adolescent & Family Therapy

Depressive and Anxiety Disorders

 Self-Esteem Development

Stress Management

Trauma/Abuse


Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Carissa Francisco, LPC

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Carissa Francisco, LPC

Specialties Include:

 Adults Coping with Trauma or Abuse

Child, Adolescent & Family Therapy Clients in Distress or Crisis

Couples in Distress

Depressive & Anxiety Disorders

Grief and Loss

Relationship Issues

Relationship and Marriage Counseling  

Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Briar Gartner, LCSW

Cara Brigandi, Counselor

Carissa Francisco, LPC

Specializes in:

Anxiety and Stress Management

Conflict Resolution 

Couples in Distress

Crisis Intervention

Depressive and Mood Disorders

Domestic Violence

Premarital Counseling 

Relationship and Marriage Counseling

michael villarreal Beat depression, anger issues, therapy, relationship advice, Chicago, River North

Alex Lutz, Counseling Intern

Nathan Robbel, Counseling Intern

Alex Lutz, Counseling Intern

 Specializes in:

Depression and Anxiety Disorders

Adults Coping with Trauma or Abuse 

Relationship Issues 

Young Adult Adjustment & Transition Issues 

Anger Management/Coping Skills 

Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Anna Lyman, LCPC

Nathan Robbel, Counseling Intern

Alex Lutz, Counseling Intern

 Specializes in: 

Anxiety & Depressive Disorders

Life Transitions

Millennials and Emerging Adults

Relationship Problems

Self-Esteem Development

Stress Management

Trauma/Abuse

Couples and Individual Counseling, In-person & Telehealth Video Services Avail.  River North Chicago

Nathan Robbel, Counseling Intern

Nathan Robbel, Counseling Intern

Offering Secure Telehealth Sessions

Specializes in: 

Adults Coping with Trauma or Abuse

Child, Adolescent & Family Therapy

Clients in Distress or Crisis

Depression and Anxiety Disorders

Grief and Loss

Millennials and Emerging Adults

Relationship Issues

michael villarreal Beat depression, anger issues, therapy, relationship advice, Chicago, River North

Offering Secure Telehealth Sessions

Offering Secure Telehealth Sessions

Offering Secure Telehealth Sessions

HIPAA Compliant 


Secure Telehealth Video 

and Phone Sessions


Connect with your therapist 

from the comfort of your home


Get Started Today!

Semillas Counseling PLLC

737 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60611

773 789-9775


 Terms  |  Cookies  |  Privacy | HIPAA | Unsubscribe

  • Home
  • Therapists
  • Financial
  • Services
  • Contact Us
  • Disclaimer
  • Resources

Copyright © 2021 Semillas Counseling PLLC

Cookie Policy

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this site, you accept our use of cookies and our Cookies Policy.

Accept & Close