Kris Salyards, LCSW
Trauma-Informed Therapy for Adults & Families
About Kris
Kris Salyards brings over 30 years of experience in community mental health, trauma-informed care, and organizational leadership. As the founder of Anchor Point Integrative Therapy, Kris has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families heal from trauma, navigate life transitions, and build resilience in the face of adversity.
Her work is grounded in the belief that trauma recovery involves the whole person—mind, body, and heart. Kris specializes in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can process difficult experiences and rediscover their capacity for healing and growth.
Credentials & Background
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), State of Illinois
Specialty Certification: Certified Family Relationship Mediator (CFRM)
Experience: 30+ years in clinical social work, community mental health, child welfare, trauma recovery, and leadership development across Illinois and internationally
Training: Comprehensive training in trauma-informed care, somatic therapy, attachment-based work, and evidence-based therapeutic modalities
Areas of Specialization
Trauma & PTSD
Specialized trauma-focused therapy using evidence-based approaches for deep healing and recovery.
Anxiety & Burnout
Support managing chronic anxiety, professional burnout, and stress-related conditions.
Depression
Compassionate care addressing depression, grief, and emotional overwhelm.
Life Transitions
Guidance through major life changes, losses, and pivotal decisions.
Family Dynamics
Individual and family work addressing relationship patterns and communication.
Organizational Leadership
Consulting and coaching for leaders navigating trauma-informed workplace development.
Clinical Philosophy
Integrative & Trauma-Informed Approach
Kris draws from multiple therapeutic modalities—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), somatic therapy, and attachment-informed work—tailored to each client's unique needs and history. She believes that healing happens when clients feel truly seen and supported, and when therapy addresses not just thoughts and behaviors, but also the body's wisdom and the heart's capacity for resilience.
With roots in community mental health and child welfare, Kris understands the systemic and interpersonal dimensions of trauma. She brings both clinical rigor and genuine compassion to her work, creating a collaborative relationship where clients are active partners in their own recovery.
Why Work with Kris
Experience You Can Trust: With over three decades in the field, Kris has supported hundreds of clients through complex trauma, life crises, and profound transformation.
You're More Than Your Symptoms: Therapy is about understanding the whole person—your history, your strengths, your values, and your capacity for healing. Kris works collaboratively to help you reconnect with yourself.
A Safe Space: Kris creates an environment of unconditional positive regard where you can be honest, vulnerable, and authentic. What you share stays confidential and is treated with the utmost respect.
Ready to Work Together?
If Kris's approach resonates with you, reach out for a free consultation. We'll discuss your needs and see if working together feels like the right fit.
Call (847) 220-8829Location: 1 Tiffany Pointe, Building G, Suite 20, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Availability: In-person sessions in Bloomingdale or secure teletherapy to greater Chicagoland area