Clara Counseling & Psychological Services
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Clinician
Dana Romero, LPC, NCC
Trauma-informed care for children and adolescents
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Your care, made simple.
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
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
When school accommodations (IEP/504) aren't enough and your child still struggles
Jun 3, 2026·6 min read
Teens and Therapy
Jun 3, 2026·7 min read
Why College Graduation Can Bring Grief, Anxiety, and Identity Stress
May 20, 2026·6 min read
What to Know about Children in Therapy
Apr 23, 2026·2 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.
Areas of Focus
childrenadolescentstraumacommunity violenceadhdanxietydepressionadoptionabuselife transitionsiepschool support504
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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