Serving Darien, Illinois
Therapy & counseling near Darien, IL
Affirm Behavioral Health in downtown Downers Grove is 5 miles from Darien. Christine Stryjewski, LCSW, CADC provides evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, and serious illness, in person or by secure telehealth.
A trusted therapist for Darien residents
Darien residents reach Affirm Behavioral Health in about twelve minutes by heading north on Cass or Fairview Avenue into downtown Downers Grove. Afternoon and evening hours accommodate school and work schedules, and telehealth is available for weeks when travel isn’t practical.
Christine Stryjewski offers individual, couples, and family therapy with a rare combination of credentials: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor, and advanced oncology social work training. That means Darien clients can address mental health, substance use, and medical stress with a single trusted clinician.
Why Darien clients choose Affirm
- Dual-diagnosis treatment for substance use and mental health
- Support for scientists, engineers, and professionals under chronic stress
- Couples counseling when addiction or illness strains a marriage
Services available to Darien clients
Specialized care, close to home.
Mental HealthAnxiety
Practical, research-backed tools for chronic worry, panic, and health-related anxiety.
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Mental HealthDepression
Support and structure for low mood, lost motivation, and the heaviness that won’t lift.
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Substance Use & RecoveryCo-Occurring Disorders
One clinician, one plan: mental health and substance use treated together, not in isolation.
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Mental HealthTrauma & PTSD
Trauma-focused treatment for PTSD, medical trauma, and the aftermath of events that changed everything.
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Health, Grief & Life ChangesGrief & Loss
Bereavement, anticipatory grief, and ambiguous loss, with oncology-informed support.
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RelationshipsRelationship & Couples
Communication, trust, and connection for couples and families under strain.
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Health, Grief & Life ChangesCancer & Oncology Support
Specialized support through diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and caregiving.
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How We WorkOnline Therapy / Telehealth
HIPAA-secure video sessions for clients anywhere in Illinois.
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Frequently asked
Yes. Sliding-scale options are available based on need. Please ask when you contact the office.
Office location
5 miles from Darien, in downtown Downers Grove.
Our Main Street office is a short walk from the Main Street Metra station, with street and municipal parking nearby. Telehealth appointments are available statewide.
- Affirm Behavioral Health, PLLC
5120 Main St., Suite 105
Downers Grove, IL 60515 - Two blocks from the Main Street Metra station (BNSF line)
- Monday – Friday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PMSaturday: By appointmentSunday: Closed
- (708) 990-1174
- christine@affirmbehavioralhealth.com
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Ready to get started from Darien?
Reaching out can feel difficult, but you don’t have to navigate this alone. Request a free 15-minute consultation or call the office today.