About Us
Here to Help You Every Step of the Way
The team at Owl Street is dedicated to helping you prioritize your mental health. As a family-owned business, we pride ourselves in creating a caring environment where everyone feels safe. Each member of our team has extensive experience in their field of specialization and is committed to empowering you with the tools and techniques you need to lead a fulfilling life. Get to know our team members below.
Meet The Team
Kristina Williams Jongmsa
LCSW, PEL, MSW, M.Ed
She/Her/Hers
I am passionate about helping children, children having disabilities, adolescents, couples trying to make it or couples in distress, adults and seniors. Let me help you in breaking patterns of behavior that may cause difficulty in life. I believe in providing the most affirming and safe enviroment free of judgment, awareness and compassion.
I am a licensed social worker who knows how the imposter syndrome feels due to excessive time in the field. I grew up in a conservative single parent home; I struggled greatly in school and then became a teacher/principal in my adult years. I will help you develop inner strength and creativity towards dealing with depression, anxiety and overall unhappiness. You will be able to make intentional choices about goals, work, relationships and more.
I specialize in LGBTQIA individuals, trauma treatment, psychoanalysis, PTSD, self-esteem, self-defeating behaviors, perfectionism, relationship struggles, and client-centered treatment. Let me help you find peace and increase the joy in your life.
Carissa Coyne
MSW, LSW
She/Her/Hers
I strive to build a healthy and strong therapeutic relationship with each individual who is willing to share their story with me.
I am dedicated to meeting the individual where they are at and together, create and maintain goals to achieve a lifestyle that fulfills the individuals needs.
I have been treating adolescents for five years in the private practice setting who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, child of divorce, school struggles and more.
Kristine Kitchener
RN, BSN, MSN
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I was born, raised, and educated in the south suburbs communities of Joliet & Romeoville in Chicago, Illinois. I am a mother of two boys, 18 and 12. When I'm not with them, I enjoy working out, running, gardening and visiting my home in Arizona. I have a big heart and passion for making people feel happy mind, body, and soul.
I received my RN, BSN from Lewis University School of Nursing in 1998 and MSN, Nurse Practitioner in Mental Health from Walden University in 2022. I bring sixteen years of professional mental health experience in the inpatient setting along with twenty years of inpatient hospital experience.
As a registered nurse, I practiced in a myriad of healthcare settings; inpatient, psychiatric treatment, chemical dependence/substance abuse, ICU, PACU, pain clinic, postpartum, cardiac, and outpatient surgery. As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I have worked with individuals thirteen through the end of life, couples, families, and groups.
I connect best with college age, midlife through geriatric. I specialize with individuals struggling with PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, addiction/chemical illness, chronic pain, eating disorders, sexual abuse/trauma, and sleep disturbances.
My practice of psychotherapy incorporates a thorough assessment, relationship driven approach with one of several of the following multicultural therapeutic interventions; cognitive-behavioral family, psychoanalytical family solution-focused therapy, focused/brief therapy, and relationship/interpersonal therapy.
Gwyn Pounds
LCSW
she/hers/her
Hello My name is Gwyn Pounds and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
I graduated with my Masters from University of Illinois at Chicago Jane Addams School of Social Work and obtained my School Social Work certification from Aurora University.
I have experience working with families undergoing trauma of divorce, domestic violence, loss of housing, and mental illness. I have worked with children, teens, and adults dealing with depression, children in Special Education in regards to Autism, Attention Deficient Hyperactive Disorder, social skills difficulties, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, anger, impulse control, and self-regulation.
My approach is to meet where the client is and build a treatment plan based on what they or the family wants to work on. I feel it is important to establish rapport and build the trust as each session unfolds. I have guided individuals and families to learn new coping skills using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, Zones of Regulation, play therapy, relaxation, and motivational interviewing.
On my spare time you can find me with my family to cook a good meal, going to the movies with my husband, playing the clarinet, drawing with my daughter, gaming with my son or playing with our family dog named Bruno. I look forward to getting to know you and working with you.
Kamal Sumrein
LSW
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I am a father of 4 who grew up in New Jersey with middle eastern roots. As a dedicated lsw with extensive experience in the social services field, I am committed to empowering individuals and families overcome life’s challenges. I have a passion for mental health advocacy.
I hold a masters degree in social work from Aurora university with specialization in clinical therapy and trauma informed care.
Throughout my career, I have provided a range of services including individual therapy, group counseling, crisis intervention, and case management.
I often collaborate with community resources to ensure holistic care for my clients. In addition to working with clients, I believe the importance of building strong supportive relationships and empowering clients to take an active role in their own healing and growth.
I am a passionate advocate for social justice and equality, striving to create a more inclusive supportive community for all individuals.