Meet Our Team

At Clear Path Counseling, our team of highly skilled and experienced clinicians value meeting clients where they are on life's journey and tailoring their approach to meet the needs of each individual. Learn more about the potential counselors you can work with at Clear Path Counseling, and schedule an appointment today.

Karen Foreman, LCSW

Founder & Clinical Therapist

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Geneva, IL. I have been practicing in the mental health field for over ten years. I work with children ages 12 and up, teenagers, individual adults, couples and families. I received my Masters of Social Work and Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Services degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I prioritize continuing my education through attending various workshops, lectures and trainings in order to enhance my abilities as a therapist.

I believe my role as your therapist is to use my knowledge and open-minded attitude to help you unlock the potential within yourself and your relationships. I realize how intimidating it can be to seek out help, which is why I am passionate about meeting you wherever you are on life's journey and tailoring my approach to fit your individual needs and personality.

You will learn to manage anxiety through developing efficient coping strategies. You'll also improve your interpersonal relationships by practicing more effective communication. Lastly, because you will be equipped with the skills necessary to feel healthier and happier, your self-esteem and confidence will soar, making transitions in life less intimidating.

When I am not in the office seeing clients, you can find me enjoying nature with my husband and dogs, watching my nieces' soccer games, or trying out a new restaurant!

Peyton Carr, LSW

I am a licensed social worker based in Geneva, Illinois. I enjoy working with both children and adults ages 5 and up to assist them in learning skills to manage as well as resolve the problems that they may face in their life.

I received my Masters of Social Work from the University of South Dakota in Sioux Falls. I enjoy continuing my education through lectures and trainings, which allow me to continue to develop my skills as a therapist. I am passionate about individualizing each treatment plan to best suit the needs of my patients, and aim to have the therapeutic experience be a collaborative environment in which the therapist and client work as a team to resolve the issues brought to the table.

My theoretical approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, child focused therapy, play therapy techniques and interventions, dialectical behavior therapy, Narrative therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy, and motivational interviewing.

I have experience working with children with a focus on emotional regulation, behavioral concerns, anger management, communication skills, social skills, as well as symptoms of anxiety and depression. My experience working with teens and adults has focused on relationship issues, substance use disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, self-esteem, stress management, and trauma recovery.

In my free time, I enjoy being in nature, playing and watching sports, playing music, art and spending time with family and friends.

Katie Hoye, LSW

I am a licensed Social Worker and have been practicing in a mental health care setting for several years. I enjoy working with adolescents, teens, adults, and families.

I received my Bachelors degree in Psychology and my Masters Degree in Social work from Aurora University. I am passionate about helping you create a path to healing and wellness and offer a strengths based perspective to the therapeutic process. I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself can be extremely powerful in our work together.

Throughout the therapeutic process, I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and psychotherapy to address stressors, anxiety, communication/relationship issues, depression, trauma, self-esteem concerns, grief and eating disorders.

In my free time I enjoy yoga, traveling, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Samantha Micel, LPC

I am a licensed professional counselor based in Geneva, IL. I have been practicing in the mental health field for over seven years. I enjoy working with both children and adults ages 5 and up with a variety of challenges that they may be facing. I received my Masters of clinical psychology counseling practice at Roosevelt University. I prioritize continuing my education through lectures and trainings in order to enhance my skills as a clinician.

As a therapist I am very eclectic in my treatment approach. With my clients I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, play therapy, and narrative therapy. My utmost goal as a therapist is to help my clients improve their quality of life and learn the skills necessary to do so.

I have experience working with children and young adults who struggle with emotional regulation, anger management, social skills, ADHD, depression, and anxiety. My clients will learn and develop effective coping strategies and interpersonal skills so that they can not only feel more confident, but also healthier and happier in their everyday life. These skills and strategies help allow my clients to become their most authentic self.

In my free time I enjoy doing art, reading, taking walks, watching movies, and spending time with my husband and our two cats.

Jaymee Goodspeed, LSW

I am a Licensed Social Worker based out of Geneva, IL and welcome clients ages 13 years old and above. My experience has primarily focused on the justice-involved population, with additional competency working with a diverse population of individuals who are experiencing symptoms related to trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance abuse disorders, or are in need of crisis stabilization.

I attended Aurora University where I earned my bachelor's and master's degrees in social work. I am a certified facilitator for both Moral Reconation Therapy and Anger Management. Personally, my learning is perpetual so it is of great importance to me to continually educate myself on various vulnerable populations while diversifying my skill set. I am currently training in EMDR Therapy taught by Ricky Greenwald with Trauma Institute & Child Trauma Institute.

As a therapist, I utilize a very honest, empathetic, and diversified approach that is continuously evolving to match each client's individual needs. My goal for our work together is to create a partnership with you, where empowerment is paramount and the common goal of achieving emotional wellness, igniting your potential, and establishing lifelong skills for your future is accomplished.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family (especially my grandchildren), reading, watching documentaries, and crafting.

"Success is not to be measured so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome" - Booker T. Washington

Johannah Olson, LSW

I am a Licensed Social Worker who is passionate about helping clients from all walks of life. I realize that people have many challenges and stressors throughout life and it is important to have someone to talk to who is trained to help in an objective manner. If you need someone to help you process issues and overcome challenges, you are in the right place.

I can help teach you skills to better manage anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, and many other every day issues. The non-judgmental and supportive guidance I will provide allows you to openly express yourself without feeling on edge or overwhelmed. If you are not quite sure what you want to work on, but know that you want to feel empowered and supported in your journey towards mental health, I am here to help.

In my work with clients, I also focus on how the past and present events in your life factor into current stress and challenges. This allows us to better understand ways to improve your functioning and reduce distress in a manner that works best for you, because everyone has unique needs.

I have experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, grief, trauma, low self-esteem or are looking for help managing anger or stress. I work with tweens, teens, and adults.

Specific therapy approaches I use include Strengths-Based Practice, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Practice, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Empowering Approaches.

In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, playing with my Goldador, and traveling around the United States.