Provider Directory
Amy Pappas, LCSW, PMH-C
Founder, The Village CollectiveAmy has been a social worker for over 20 years and in private practice for 13. Earlier in her career, much of her work focused on adolescents, young adults, and family therapy. Over time, her clinical interests evolved — and becoming a mom herself shifted something for her in a really meaningful way. She found herself increasingly drawn to supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, fertility, relationships, and the transition into motherhood. Working with new moms, both individually and in groups, has become one of the most meaningful parts of her work. She also loves connecting with other therapists and professionals — sharing referrals, collaborating, talking through cases, you name it! One of her favorite parts of opening The Village Collective has been getting to know so many incredible providers who are passionate about this work too. She’s loved building those connections and can’t wait to meet even more people in the community!
You can reach Amy at (773) 340-1450 or Amy@villagecollectivechi.com
Follow her on Instagram @amypappaslcsw
You can also learn more about her practice at https://www.amypappaslcsw.com/
Helene Bengtsson, PT, DPT, OCS, WCS, CAPP-Pelvic
Helene is a physical therapist with board-certified specialties in both orthopedics and pelvic health, as well as a Pilates instructor trained through Polestar. She works with adults of all genders and has a special focus on supporting women through many stages of life — including pregnancy and postpartum, perimenopause and menopause. Her work can also include support around pelvic health concerns, sexual dysfunction, back pain while breastfeeding, chronic headaches, bone health, and more. Helene’s approach focuses on treating the whole person, not just one body part. Through Eira Physical Therapy and Pilates, she combines orthopedic and pelvic health expertise with movement and Pilates to help people feel supported not only during formal physical therapy, but as they continue to grow, strengthen, and move through different stages of life.
Judy Teibloom-Mishkin, RN, BSN, IBCLC
Judy Teibloom-Mishkin RN, IBCLC, has been professionally committed to supporting new families since 1988. She currently works in private practice as a lactation consultant, becoming IBCLC certified in 1992.
Her mission is to nurture mothers and fathers as they transition into their new roles as parents, so that they have the resources available to them to nurture their newborns. This is the doula model which she learned while working as a doula in private practice and in public health for 10 years. She is guided by the values of supporting maternal choice, providing practical strategies to surviving the exhaustion of the early days at home, and facilitating the process of attachment between parents and newborns.
You can learn more about Lactation Partners at https://lactationpartners.com/index.html
Elizabeth Sjoblom RN, BSN, IBCLC
Elizabeth has worked as an RN since 2005, supporting new families in maternal child health and as a labor and delivery nurse. Supporting families as an educator of lactation, newborn care and childbirth since 2007; extending her knowledge in lactation she was board certified in lactation (IBCLC) in 2010.
She is led by the philosophy that families need guidance and support to make choices that feel right for them and routines that feel sustainable during those early weeks home.
You can learn more about Lactation Partners at https://lactationpartners.com/index.html
Lexie Martin-Browne, LCSW
Lexie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and specializes in working with adults who have a history of trauma, anxiety, and OCD. Meeting with Lexie, you can expect to build a meaningful therapeutic relationship and direct communication. Lexie is trained in EMDR for complex and acute trauma and ERP for OCD and anxiety. Additionally, Lexie often turns to self compassion and ACT to support clients in their journey.
Lexie will be at The Village Collective on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
You can learn more about Lexie at http://www.martinbrownelcsw.com/
Julia Tehovnik, LCPC, RYT-200
Julia is one of our amazing providers and practice owner of Take Care Psychotherapy Services. As a former collegiate athlete and competitive performer, Julia understands high-pressure environments firsthand. She specializes in helping high-functioning adults who feel anxious, burnt out, or stuck—despite their success or looking like they have it all together from the outside.
Using evidence-based approaches including yoga-informed psychotherapy, somatic therapy, CBT, ACT, and IFS, she helps clients move from constant striving to genuine thriving.
If you’re successful but exhausted, accomplished but unfulfilled, or high-performing but always on edge—Julia understands.
Services with Julia are available in-person on Tuesdays at The Village Collective + telehealth throughout Illinois.
Julia Tehovnik (she/her)
LCPC, NCC, RTY-200
E: julia@takecarepsych.com
P: 312-625-6634
W: www.takecarepsych.com
Rickie Kostiner, LCPC, CCTP-II, E-RYT
Rickie Kostiner, founder and clinical director of Rickie Kostiner Therapy, will be practicing at The Village Collective on Wednesdays. Rickie has more than 16 years of experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, life transitions, maternal mental health, and emotional overwhelm. Her approach integrates traditional talk therapy with somatic, mindful, and body-based practices, helping clients feel deeply understood while building practical tools for everyday life.
Learn more about Rickie and her practice at rickiekostinertherapy.com or follow her @rickiekostiner
You can reach Rickie at her website, IG handle, or Rickie@rickiekostinertherapy.com
Lauren Cochran, BSN, RN, CPN, RNC-OB, IBCLC
Lauren Cochran of Heldwell will be also practicing at the The Village Collective! Heldwell offers compassionate, judgment-free lactation support for Chicago families throughout pregnancy and postpartum. Whether you have one specific feeding question or are working through a more ongoing challenge, Lauren offers flexible, à la carte support designed to meet you wherever you are. She will be offering in-office lactation appointments on Thursdays at The Village Collective in West Lakeview. Heldwell is also in network with multiple major insurance carriers, making support more accessible for many families.
Learn more or schedule an appointment at heldwell.net.
Alison Hayman, PT, DPT, OCS
Alison is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Clinical Specialist specializing in orthopedic and pelvic health, with advanced training in prenatal and postpartum care. She believes physical therapy is about more than treating an injury—it’s about helping you feel strong, capable, and at home in your body again. As both a physical therapist and a mom, Alison takes an individualized, evidence-informed approach to supporting women through every stage of life. Whether you’re recovering from childbirth, returning to running or exercise, building strength, managing pain, or simply trying to keep up with everyday life, Alison works with you to help you move with greater confidence and feel more like yourself again. Alison will be seeing clients at The Village Collective on Thursdays.
To learn more or connect with Alison: www.ptxaj.com alison@ptxaj.com
Kristin Burtaine, LCPC
Kristin is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and owner of Breakthru Therapy Chicago. She has been practicing therapy for 15 years and specializes in working with anxiety, perfectionism, and self-criticism. Kristin works with college students, young professionals, moms, and anyone who may be feeling overwhelmed or like life is simply too much. Her approach incorporates mindfulness, self-compassion, CBT, and ACT to help clients better understand themselves and build practical tools for navigating life’s challenges. Kristin is also passionate about the connection between movement and mental health. She teaches Therapy Ryde, a spin class that thoughtfully incorporates therapeutic practices into the workout.
Dr. Cindy Rubin, MD, NABBLM-C, IBCLC
Dr. Cindy Rubin is a general pediatrician and board-certified breastfeeding medicine specialist. Her own postpartum and breastfeeding experiences inspired her commitment to helping families feel supported and cared for. She offers personalized, unrushed, physician-level lactation care, with time to listen, answer questions, and work through challenges together.
Dr. Rubin can help with:
• Low milk supply or oversupply
• Breast and nipple pain
• Recurrent plugged ducts or mastitis
• Weight-gain concerns in breastfed babies
• Feeding when a parent or baby has medical challenges
• Inducing lactation and navigating weaning
She loves collaborating with other providers to support the whole family. In addition to seeing patients at The Village Collective and in Forest Park, she offers in-home postpartum newborn and lactation support throughout Chicagoland.
In Touch Pediatrics and Lactation, PLLC
Phone: 708-725-0887
drrubin@intouchpediatrics.com
www.intouchpediatrics.com
Erica Rottenborn
Office & Operations Manager, The Village CollectiveErica is the Office & Operations Manager here at The Village Collective! As Office & Operations Manager, Erica helps keep The Village Collective running smoothly behind the scenes. From coordinating the physical space to supporting providers and day-to-day operations, she helps create a welcoming, organized environment for everyone who walks through our doors. She’s excited to be part of The Village Collective and help create a space where moms and providers can feel connected, understood, and supported.