First Response Therapy PLLC
Therapy for Adults and first responders in New Lenox, Il
When You’re the One Everyone Else Relies On — You Deserve Support Too
Specialized therapy for first responders, adults, and Couples dealing with stress, trauma, burnout, anxiety, OCD, substance use, and relationship challenges. Located in New Lenox, IL and virtually in Illinois
Counseling Services Provided
(Both In Person & Telehealth)
Licensed clinicians trained in trauma, EMDR, and first responder care. Whether you’re struggling with intense memories, workplace stress, or feeling disconnected, we help you build skills and healing that carry into real life
Individual Therapy – Process stress, trauma, and emotional overwhelm in a safe, supportive space
EMDR Therapy – Resolve traumatic memories and experiences faster than traditional talk therapy
Stress & Burnout Support – Learn strategies to manage emotional exhaustion, anxiety, and overwork
Relationship Support & Couples Therapy – Reconnect with loved ones, improve communication, and manage relational stress
Substance Use & Coping Support- Guidance for clients struggling with alcohol, substances, or unhealthy coping patterns
Career & Job Stress Counseling- Strategies for managing workplace stress, burnout, and professional transitions
Problems We Can help with
Why Choose First Response Therapy
You don’t have to carry everything alone. We help first responders and adults:
Process trauma from critical incidents or difficult life experiences
Reduce stress, burnout, and anxiety that affect your daily life
Navigate career challenges, workplace stress, and life transitions
Build healthier relationships with family, partners, and coworkers
Overcome OCD, intrusive thoughts, and patterns that interfere with life
Address substance use concerns with compassionate, nonjudgmental support
Our licensed clinicians combine evidence-based therapy techniques like EMDR, CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care with a personalized, client-centered approach
Therapy can help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface and develop practical tools to feel more balanced, grounded, and in control again
First Response Therapy PLLC was founded by Jessica Galvan, LCPC, CFRC, with a mission to provide specialized mental health support for first responders and individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, and relationship stress. As the spouse of a firefighter, Jessica has seen firsthand the unique stress and emotional demands that first responders carry both on and off the job. She was intentional in creating a space where first responders feel truly understood, not spoken to through a generalized or surface-level approach, but supported in a way that reflects the realities of their experiences.
Our team is built around this same commitment. We understand that first responders often carry experiences that are difficult to explain outside of their profession, and we prioritize creating a space where those experiences can be explored without judgment, pressure, or having to “translate” what the job is like.
Why First Responders Choose This Practice
A Calm and Private Space for Therapy
Sessions take place in a private, welcoming office located in New Lenox, IL or via telehealth. My goal is to create a safe environment where you can process what’s weighing on you without judgment.
You’ve spent your life showing up for others
Now it’s time to show up for you