We're looking forward to meeting you
Please reach out to any of our therapists directly to set up an introductory phone call, or schedule by emailing XylemTherapy@gmail.com
JD Ferrell, LPC
JD runs a Black Men's Anger Group, and has current in-person and telehealth availability for teens, adults, and relationships.
"I help people navigate their lives with understanding for who they are in a complex world. I want to know who you are, what barriers are getting in your way, and how I can support you in finding and exploring a path that is right for you."
Emily Krolak, LSW
Emily provides therapy in English and Polish, supporting adults, teens, and families. Her background working with pre-natal and early intervention support for parents and kids informs the care she brings for people at all stages and paths in the family building process, and her experience in intensive treatment settings prepared her to help teens and their caregivers navigate complex stressors and mental health struggles.
"I am passionate about supporting individuals and families through life’s many transitions...I strive to create a warm, connected space where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to realize their truest potential."
Joy Powell, LCSW
Joy brings a culturally-informed perspective to help cultivate greater self-awareness, understanding, and compassion with her clients. She currently has telehealth availability for individuals and relationships clients, and is taking clinical supervisees.
"If you are looking for a therapist who values the full complexity of your story: honoring both your individuality and the context that shaped it, I would be honored to walk alongside you as you move toward greater clarity, healing, and joy."
Charles Wells, LPC, CADC
Cj supports adults moving through anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, stress, life transitions, and emotional challenges. His training as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor helps him work with clients to understand coping patterns. Therapy can be a place to rediscover your strengths, understand what has shaped you, and cultivate resilience that feels authentic and sustainable.
"I want to work together toward growth that feels rooted, intentional, and aligned with the life you are trying to build."
Jasmine Morton, MA
708-320-8755
Jasmine works to create a welcoming, warm, and safe environment for all clients, approaching therapy with respect for diversity and cultural awareness. She comes from a background working with adults who are experiencing career and life transitions, and has experience with children, adolescents, and families. As a writer, Jasmine knows how important clear communication is in therapy and relationships. Drawing from a wealth of personal and professional experience, Jasmine specializes in working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ identifying individuals navigating life transitions/ adjustments, trauma, anxiety, depression, and attachment concerns.
"I care deeply about helping people and enjoy supporting others to reach their goals. I strive to promote diversity and want to consider how culture and experience impact what you bring to therapy. I aspire to help people find their inner light and show them how to use their strengths to their advantage."
Sarah Burnette, LCSW, MASJ
Sarah provides trauma-informed psychodynamic therapy and clinical supervision. With 17+ years of teaching and clinical experience, including work in medical settings, trauma care, and feminist and liberation therapy, she specializes in affirming care for sex-workers.
"I help people gain insight into their lives and patterns so they feel confident trusting themselves. It's not my job to judge you; I'm invested in who you want to be."
Collaborators and Referrals
Xylem and works closely with outside healing professionals, therapy practices, agencies, schools, and supervisors to help maintain an inclusive referral network. Please let us know if you are looking for further support, would like to collaborate, or if there is any way we can help you in finding a next step that feels right for you.