Welcome to Mental Health Counseling
The Mental Health Counseling program at Promise Healthcare is a Behavioral Health Integrated model coordinating with psychiatric and medical providers. All counseling providers follow the principles of patient-centered care.
Diverse Mental Health and Wellness Services
We offer a wide range of mental health services to meet your needs:
- Individual Counseling: One-on-one sessions with a licensed therapist to address personal issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress.
- Group Therapy: Support groups led by trained counselors for those dealing with similar issues, promoting mutual support and shared experiences.
- Family Therapy: Counseling sessions aimed at improving communication and resolving family conflicts.
- Intervention: Immediate support for individuals experiencing acute mental health crises.
- Substance Abuse Counseling: Specialized therapy for those struggling with addiction and substance abuse.
Meet Our Team
Our team of compassionate and experienced mental health professionals includes:
- Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs)
- Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs)
- Psychiatrists
- Marriage and Family Therapists
LGBTQ+ and Trauma-Informed Care
At Promise Healthcare, we adhere to the following guiding principles to provide the best care for our LGBTQ+ clients and those who have experienced trauma:
- Safety: We create a safe environment for all clients, ensuring that both physical and emotional safety are prioritized.
- Trustworthiness and Transparency: We build trust through transparency in our procedures and decisions, fostering an environment where clients feel respected and informed.
- Collaboration: We work collaboratively with our clients, recognizing the importance of mutual decision-making and shared responsibility in the therapeutic process.
- Empowerment: We empower our clients by supporting their autonomy, building on their strengths, and fostering a sense of control over their own lives.
Cultural Awareness: We provide culturally sensitive care that respects and acknowledges the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our clients.
Mental Wellness Providers
Job Position: Behavioral Health Director
Job Position: Assistant Director of Behavioral Health
Job Position: Psychiatrist
Job Position: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Job Position: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Job Position: Mental Health Counselor
Job Position: Mental Health Counselor
James Hamilton
LCPC
Behavioral Health Director
Jim received a Bachelor of Liberal Arts from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Illinois University.
Jim sees patients 17+ at the Promise Healthcare - Neil location.
His areas of clinical interest include Trauma-Informed Care, LGBTQ+ Culture Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness Practice.
Jim has been a behavioral health provider for over 20 years. He finds value in his work by providing access to care for underserved populations. He encourages all his patients by letting them know that change is possible.
Jim is married and has one adult son and two rescue cats. In his free time, he enjoys gardening, traveling, Chicago and Illinois sports.
He also volunteers with Community Equity and Diversity, programs that improve access to social services.
Ray Bement
MA, LCSW
Assistant Director of Behavioral Health
Ray Bement did his undergraduate
studies at the University of Illinois.
Ray also has two Master's degrees. He has a Masters MA (Human Effectiveness) from DePaul, Chicago, and a Masters of Social Work MSW (Social Work) from the University of Illinois.
Ray is dedicated to building positive relationships with clients and staying current with the latest research and best practices to provide the highest level of care. He specializes in working with individuals and families going through life transitions and dealing with the stressors and challenges of living and growing in today's ever-changing world. His goal is to assist individuals and families in finding peace within themselves and their current environments.
His training encompasses multiple therapy approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Art & Play Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT).
Ray has over 20 years of experience working with individuals of all ages to support them in meeting their therapeutic goals. He enjoys working with clients to help them address issues associated with anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, ADHD, and other spectrum disorders.
Ray enjoys junking, found art, and outsider art, and is a foodie. Ray is passionate about peace. He is a die-hard Chicago fan, a lifelong Illini fan and he loves, sourdough bread and dogs.
Feiteng Su
MD
Psychiatrist
Dr. Su attended Second Military Medical School in Shanghai, P. R. China, and Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. He completed his residency training at the University of Illinois at Chicago and has been a provider for over 20 years.
Dr. Su sees patients 18+ at the Promise Healthcare - Neil location.
Dr. Su specializes in mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders. He is excited to help people regain control of their lives.
He encourages patients to follow medical advice, keep appointments, take medications, and actively participate in their journey. He wants patients to know he is here to help whenever needed.
Dr. Su is very family-oriented. He is married with two adult children. In his free time, he enjoys shopping, exercising, and collecting stamps and coins.
He likes to serve the community by supporting the Community Resource Center.
Tiffany Johnson-Bey
MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Tiffany completed her education at Walden University and is excited to begin her career with Promise Healthcare as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
Tiffany sees patients six and up at our Promise Healthcare Frances Nelson Clinic and is a dedicated mental health professional who is committed to helping others improve their mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. She strongly encourages her patients to prioritize their health by getting regular check-ups, exercising, and maintaining a healthy diet, while avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
Tiffany firmly believes that these choices can have a positive impact on overall health.
In her free time, Tiffany enjoys traveling and exploring nature. She is also passionate about supporting youth programs and believes that positive mentors are essential for the well-being of young people.
Despite being a mother of seven children, two grandchildren, and a dog, Tiffany was able to successfully juggle her family responsibilities with her education. She completed each of her degrees on time without taking any breaks.
Jessica Mandrell
MSN, PMHNP
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Jessica received her education from Richland Community College, Indiana Wesleyan, and Walden University. She has worked in healthcare for over fifteen years.
Jessica sees patients 5 & up at the Promise Healthcare-Neil location.
Jessica is passionate about learning about each patient and providing personal, individualized, holistic care. Working together with the patient, Jessica believes they can collaboratively set treatment goals and support growth toward attaining improved mental health and greater quality of life.
During her free time, Jessica loves practicing yoga, reading, hiking, exploring museums, watching true crime documentaries, and playing with her kids. “We love going to visit the Most Magical Place on Earth.”
A fun fact about Jessica is that she went to Australia during her undergrad education for an International Scholars Program, where she learned about women's healthcare services and the universal healthcare program—and went skydiving!
Anna Spencer
LSW
Mental Health Counselor
Anna completed her undergraduate studies at Florida State University and her master’s degree at the University of Illinois.
Anna sees patients 5+ at Promise Healthcare - Frances Nelson.
In her free time, Anna enjoys spending time with her cat, Winslow, being in nature, and cooking.
In addition to cooking, Anna is also a painter and sees the potential of incorporating her art into her career.
Phelicia Puryear
MSW, LSW
Mental Health Counselor
Phelicia sees patients five and up at Promise Healthcare -Neil on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays and Promise Healthcare—Rantoul on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Phelicia completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology at Southern Illinois University and then her master’s degree at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Phelicia also spent time as an intern at the STRIDES shelter in Champaign.
Phelicia is very passionate about mental health.
She is incredibly passionate about assisting in the destigmatization of mental health in our minority communities. This will help encourage patients to seek treatment.
Phelicia has been in the mental health field for 11 years but is a new therapy provider. She believes there needs to be a holistic approach to healthcare, treating the mind, body, and soul.
Phelicia has two children and a one-year-old pit bull puppy.
She enjoys Marvel movies, reading, watching crime and medical TV, spending time with her children, and working in some self-care time when possible.
She is very passionate about activities and programming
that encourage positive influences on the youth, i.e., Boy Scouts, youth sports (First String), etc.
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Schedule an Appointment
Call us at (217)403-5433 or use our Request Appointment to schedule an initial consultation.