Contact the Counseling Center

RaeAnn DeVries, M.A., LPC
Counselor
Phone: 773-298-3688
Email: devries@sxu.edu

RaeAnn DeVries is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with a B.A. in Psychology from The University of Iowa and an M.A. in Clinical Professional Counseling from Roosevelt University. She has previous experience with counseling in the college setting, working with the City Colleges of Chicago.

DeVries believes in a holistic approach and is committed to empowering individuals to attain emotional and mental well-being by implementing resources and helping them identify both professional and personal goals. She has a great dedication for providing the highest standard of quality care and support that help to improve clients' quality of life.

Brian Kelley, M.A., LCPC
Director, Counseling Center
Phone: 773-298-3137

Email: kelley@sxu.edu

Brian Kelley is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) with a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Central Oklahoma and an M.A. in Counseling from Saint Xavier University. He has over 10 years of experience working as a counselor and has taught psychology courses at the university level and is a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA).

He believes that the therapeutic relationship is the single most important factor in how successful counseling will ultimately become. Kelley has experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, bipolar, stress management, relationships/divorce, LGBT issues, grief/loss and those who have experienced various traumas. He works in a collaborative and non-judgmental way to help you achieve your goals and realize your full potential.

Matthew Marjan, M.A., LPC
Counselor
Phone: 773-298-3824
Email: marjan@sxu.edu

Matthew Marjan is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with a B.A. in English from DePauw University and an M.A. in clinical mental health counseling from Valparaiso University. He has previous experience working in a psychiatric hospital and in an adolescent group home setting and was previously a counselor/student support specialist in SXU's Student Success Program.

Marjan works extensively with depression, anxiety, grief and trauma. He offers a cognitive perspective on mental health, encouraging clients to become aware of the thought processes that are frequently a part of problematic behaviors and working on strategies to re-write those thoughts in a constructive manner.

Stephanie Phillips, B.S., LPC
Counselor
Phone: 773-298-3134
Email: sphillips@sxu.edu

Stephanie Phillips is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with a B.S. in Psychology from Queen's University and an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University. A recent graduate, Phillips' approach explores how we see ourselves, others and the world in a nonjudgmental way while applying practical action steps for growth and change.

Phillips believes that no issue is too big or too small to bring to counseling. She has worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, family issues, procrastination, personal growth goals and members of the LGBTQ community. She meets students where they are at and works at their pace.