Anxiety & Stress Center

“Dr. Houston is a great clinician. I have known Dr. Holly O. Houston for the past 35 years, harkening back to graduate school at Loyola University, on the north side of Chicago. We were mentored by some of the same professors in clinical psychology, such as Dr. Roderick W. Pugh, who taught us clinical interviewing and psychopathology, and had a private practice on Michigan Ave. Over the years, I have gotten to know Dr. Houston's clinical work with diverse clients. She is a consummate clinical psychologist, practitioner, and researcher, respected by many. She is one of the first people I met at Loyola, and I remained in contact with her for many years. I would trust Dr. Houston in any clinical situation and would be the first person I would call if I needed help with any psychological difficulties. She is by far one of the best clinical psychologists I have known over the years. I recommend her very highly without any reservations. She is one of the best psychologists, and even a greater human being!!!”

“; I have seen several therapists through the years, but have never made as much progress as I have working with Ellen Spiese. I was able to schedule an appointment with her quickly after my first call. Ellen is incredibly compassionate and caring and has helped me to discuss life stressors and how to navigate them better. I would recommend Ellen or any of the therapists and the Anxiety and Stress center for anyone looking for mental health services.”

“My experience with Anxiety and Stress Center has been wonderful. I was able to get a prompt call back and was able to schedule an appointment with a therapist the same week. My therapist has been very caring and supportive and has helped me to process some stressors and trauma that I have experienced. I felt better after just the first meeting. I would highly recommend the Anxiety and Stress center for anyone who is looking for professional and compassionate care.”

“I highly recommend Dr. Houston and the Anxiety & Stress Clinic to anyone, your appointment starts on time, and they are very courteous and professional. My sessions are very beneficial for me she helped me to see situations from a different perspective. Dr. Houston has also helped me gain confidence, assertiveness, and appropriate boundaries that I lacked before due to trauma that I had experienced. She is so passionate about her work and is very knowledgeable, because of this when it comes to issues dealing with trauma, she addresses your needs and discussed a treatment option thoroughly without any pressure that is appropriate for you, it's a journey you discuss and take together. it's a treatment that is designed for you. I have to say it was a good feeling to be treated with professionalism and care. I felt safe! I am forever thankful.”