First Response Therapy PLLC
First Responder & Trauma Therapy in New Lenox, IL | EMDR Therapy for Firefighters, Police & Adults
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)
Our team of licensed trauma therapists specializes in working with first responders and adults experiencing stress, trauma, and relationship challenges
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
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
Why First Responders Choose US
First Response Therapy PLLC was founded by Jessica Galvan, LCPC, CFRC, out of a deep desire to create something that didn’t feel like traditional therapy for first responders. As the spouse of a firefighter, Jessica has lived alongside the reality of this work—the long shifts, the emotional toll that follows home, and the weight that often goes unspoken. She understood how rare it is for first responders to feel truly seen in a therapy space, and she wanted to change that.
This practice was built with intention: to be a place where first responders don’t have to explain themselves or translate their experiences just to be understood. A place where they won’t be judged for the work they do or the things they’ve had to carry because of it. We honor the culture, the humor, and the humanity behind the job.
Our work is grounded in the realities of the first responder lifestyle. We understand the demands of shift work, the need for flexibility in scheduling, and the importance of an approach that is honest and direct. Therapy here is about meaningful connection and real conversations. Most importantly, this is a space where first responders can finally let their guard down. Where they can speak freely, be met with understanding instead of judgment, and feel supported by clinicians who genuinely respect and care about the world they come from.
A Calm and Private Space for Therapy
Sessions take place in a private, welcoming office located in New Lenox, IL or via telehealth. Our 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