Our Team
Alexandria Gohla, Owner/Clinical Therapist
MSW, LCSW, Ed.S, C-DBT, RYT-200
(Licensed in Illinios, Florida, Vermont, & Wisconsin)
Alexandria (Alex) Gohla is a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker who supports adults and adolescents navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, maternal mental health, and chronic mental illness. With years of experience working with children with Autism, developmental disorders, and behavioral challenges—and their families—Alex brings both expertise and empathy to every session.
She holds degrees from Illinois Wesleyan University (B.A. in Sociology), Loyola University Chicago (M.S.W.), and National Louis University (Ed.S. in Leadership and Supervision), giving her a deep understanding of human behavior and effective therapeutic strategies.
Alex uses a strength-based, person-centered approach that blends CBT, DBT, IFS, somatic processing, trauma-informed yoga, and mindfulness to help clients build resilience and self-awareness. Known for her warmth and occasional humor, she creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where healing feels both real and hopeful.
Inspired by the bluebird’s symbol of hope and renewal, Alex founded Bluebird Counseling Services to help clients embrace growth through life’s challenges. Outside the therapy room, she’s a former school social worker, yoga instructor (200-hour certified), triathlete, and coffee enthusiast who loves spending time with her family and dogs.
Alex invites you to begin your journey of healing and growth with Bluebird Counseling Services.
Yoga Alliance - Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200)
Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy Professional (C-DBT)
60-Hour ICASA training in Child/Adult Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention
Crisis Prevention Institute- NCVI traning in prevention and de-escalation.
Kelli Majka, Therapist
MA, LPC
Kelli is a licensed school counselor and provisionally licensed professional counselor with a diverse background in education and counseling. She has had the privilege of supporting students of all ages, from elementary school through college, in a variety of settings. Over the years, Kelli has worked within elementary & high school and college. She has also advocated for families facing housing instability throughout the Will County public school system. Kelli is passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, stress management, life transitions, communication skills, and academic struggles.
Kelli’s therapeutic approach is person-centered, utilizing techniques such as motivational interviewing, CBT, active listening, mindfulness, and coping skills development. She is committed to meeting clients where they are and helping them create a clear plan to reach their goals.
When she’s not working, Kelli enjoys experiencing live comedy, both as a spectator and a participant. She believes humor is an essential part of balancing life’s struggles. Kelli also treasures spending time at home with her teenage daughters, playing board and card games.
Kelli is excited to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s ups and downs. She is positive, empathetic, and dedicated to helping you move forward with confidence. As Maya Angelou said, “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.”
Bekka Santoyo, Clinical Therapist
MSW, LCSW
Bekka Santoyo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience in the mental and behavioral health field. Specializing in working with teens and adolescents, particularly those navigating mood disorders, school challenges, and major life transitions, Bekka understands the unique pressures young people face. The focus is on helping clients build resilience and develop effective coping strategies to manage life's ups and downs.
With experience across a variety of settings, including schools, residential treatment centers, outpatient mental health clinics, and early intervention programs, Bekka takes a well-rounded approach to therapy. Currently working as a school social worker, the focus is on understanding the full picture of each individual, including emotional, social, and environmental factors that influence mental health.
Therapy is approached with compassion, collaboration, and a client-centered, holistic approach. Evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques are used to explore thoughts and feelings, build healthier coping skills, and gain self-awareness to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
When not working, time is spent outdoors with family, enjoying walking trails and skateparks. A coffee enthusiast, Bekka enjoys experimenting with a home espresso machine and discovering local coffee spots. A trip to Marshalls or TJ Maxx is also a favorite activity for a little retail therapy.