Clara Counseling & Psychological Services
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Clinician
Dana Romero, LPC, NCC
Trauma-informed care for children and adolescents
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About Dana
Dana works with children, teens, and families using a trauma-informed, practical approach. She supports concerns like anxiety, ADHD, adoption, community violence, and school-related stress, including collaboration around IEP and 504 needs when helpful.
Articles by Dana
How ADHD Actually Feels From the Inside: What Children Wish Adults Understood
Jul 9, 2026·5 min read
When a child's anxiety looks like anger, avoidance, or stomachaches: what parents often miss
Jun 17, 2026·3 min read
How Therapy Can Help the Community After Violence or Tragedy
Jun 9, 2026·5 min read
Groups led by Dana
Clara groups are listed by course so you can see the overall offering, even when individual runs or cohorts change.
Back-to-School Social Skills Group
A low-pressure, strengths-based group where neurodivergent kids (ages 10–12) can build genuine friendships, explore their interests, and learn to navigate social spaces comfortably as themselves. Instead of teaching rigid rules or encouraging "masking," our group focuses on authentic connection, self-advocacy, and mutual respect. The group will focus on key developmental social skills through psychoeducation, activities, roleplays, and small group discussions. Take-home activities will be provided at the end of each week’s session for families to practice what their children learned that week.
View group detailsProcess Group for Women
Designed for women in there 40's and 50's seeking to process life's transitions, manage daily stressors, and build meaningful connections.
View group detailsAreas of Focus
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Areas of focus reflect clinical experience and interest, not formal specialization unless certified.
Education & Training
- Bachelors in Psychology from Northern Illinois University
- Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Rehabilitation Counseling from Marquette University
Role, credentials, and availability
Clinical profile; final availability and fit are confirmed through guided intake.
Public credentials shown: LPC, NCC. Review the full profile and confirm fit during intake.
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