Sunrise Counseling Services

Seeking help is strength, not weakness. If you’re looking for a male counselor who can relate better to your lived experience as men, we have three at Sunrise counseling!

June is and starting today, it is ! This is the perfect time to take a step back and reflect on how we can better support mental health and su***de prevention among men.

Reach out to the men in your life and check in on them. Reassure them that it's okay to have a hard time, that they're never alone, and that help is always available. Let's look out for each other through both the good times and the hard times. 💙

Artwork by Dan Lee

🥳🤩Join us in welcoming Dominic to the Sunrise team!

Dominic is a LCSW who has been practicing for over 5 years! He has availability on Saturdays and does both in-person and telehealth sessions. Learn more and book here: https://www.sunrisecounselingil.com/dominic
A bit about Dominic:
"I am driven by curiosity and compassion. What I like most about being a therapist is the collaboration with my clients. I am a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, but I have experience working with almost every walk of life. I am committed to continuous learning and engagement across diverse communities and experiences. I value collaboration and actively seek out opportunities to broaden my cultural perspective. I was born and raised in the south side of Chicago, and I currently live north of Springfield with my husband and three cats".

🌟 Something new and exciting is coming soon!
Tommy with Sunrise Counseling was very honored to be interviewed by Mr. Jeff Curtis Williams at NPR Illinois 91.9 UIS last week to talk about everything mental health. Video coming soon!

Happy Springfield Pridefest!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
One in five adults experiences a mental illness each year. Early recognition and support can significantly improve outcomes.
Infographics from NAMI.

🌅Meet the Heart behind Sunrise Counseling ☀️

Tommy started Sunrise Counseling in early 2025 with the goal of building a trauma-informed and inclusive space for clients with a team of counselors of diverse backgrounds and expertise. He's been working as a counselor for 9 years.
✨Client focus: children (6-10), preteens, teens and adults
✨Counseling theory: Emotionally-focused therapy and Gottman Method couples therapy
✨Focus: relationships, identity, sexuality, spirituality and self understanding

➡️Read more and grab the few spots he currently has today: https://www.sunrisecounselingil.com/tommy

Today is the deadline to apply for Sangamon County's Mental Health Commission!
Interested individuals may submit an application by providing a resume, a letter of interest, and any supporting documents, such as letters of recommendation, either online, via email to [email protected], or in person at the Sangamon County Board Office, 200 S. Ninth St., 2nd floor, Springfield, IL 62701.
Learn more about the Commission here: https://sangamonil.gov/departments/a-c/county-board/mental-health-commission

Sangamon County seeks applicants for Mental Health Board

Following voter approval of the March 2026 referendum, Sangamon County is now accepting applications for individuals interested in serving on the newly established Sangamon County Mental Health Board.

The creation of the board follows more than a year of study and public input. In January 2025, the Sangamon County Board established a Mental Health Commission, as recommended by the Massey Commission, to assess local mental health needs, review how similar boards operate in other communities and provide recommendations.

The Sangamon County Mental Health Board will consist of up to nine members, nominated by County Board Chair Andy Van Meter and approved by the County Board. The board will be responsible for evaluating community needs, establishing funding priorities and overseeing the distribution of resources to local service providers.

The Sangamon County Board is seeking residents with a wide range of professional and personal backgrounds to serve on the board. Individuals with experience in mental health services, health care, education, social services, public safety and finance are encouraged to apply.

Interested individuals may submit an application by providing a resume, a letter of interest, and any supporting documents, such as letters of recommendation, either online, via email to [email protected], or in person at the Sangamon County Board Office, 200 S. Ninth St., 2nd floor, Springfield, IL 62701. Individuals may also recommend others for consideration through the same process.

Members of the previously established Sangamon County Mental Health Commission will assist in the review process by evaluating applications and helping to identify qualified candidates for consideration by the County Board.

The deadline to apply is April 20 at 5 p.m.