Julia Alzoubaidi, Chair
Julia (she/her) is a PSI Illinois Secretary and is new to the board. She is also PSI’s Perinatal Psychosis Program Manager. Julia is passionate about advocating for survivors of perinatal psychosis, as well as helping all new parents get access to mental health support.
Tamara Young, DNP, CNM, PMHNP-BC, Secretary 
My name is Tamara Young. I have been working in perinatal health for the last 30 years. I am a certified nurse midwife of 22 years and a Psychiatric mental Health nurse practitioner. I own Innovative Womens Healthcare in Maryville and Innovative Psychiatric Healthcare in Litchfield. I specialize in psychiatric care to perinatal and postpartum women. I am honored to be serving on the board of Illinois PSI. I look forward to making positive changes that impact out women and families in our healthcare communities.
Jen Cromer, Liaison
Jen (she/her) is a PSI Illinois Treasurer and is new to the board. She is an LCPC and PMH-C who works in a private practice specializing in PMADs as well as loss and infertility.
Tara Biarkis, LCSW, PMH-C, Treasurer
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in healthcare, case management, mental health and child welfare. But, I have found a passion in my current work as a Labor & Delivery and Women’s Healthcare Social Worker. I am dedicated to supporting individuals and families through pregnancy, postpartum, and other major life transitions. My husband and I stay busy running around with two young kids and as a family we are big sports fans!
Kenya Butts, Alliance
Kenya (she/her) is a PSI Alliance representative and this is her first year on the board. She is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in perinatal mood disorders. Kenya is passionate about perinatal mental health and postpartum care.
Katie Bogacki, LCSW, PMH-C, Co-Advocacy 
I graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelor of Social Work and Psychology and the University of Illinois at Chicago with a Master of Social Work. I also have a Master of Education- Administration and Supervision from National Louis University and a certificate of completion in the Components of Care of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders from Postpartum Support International, as well as several courses to obtain and maintain my PMH-C since 2019. I have been working in private practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker on the Northwest side of Chicago working primarily with individuals coping with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, fertility issues, miscarriage, and perinatal loss for the last 10 years. My extensive experience and training in the areas of trauma and mental health coupled with my own experiences of becoming a mother fueled my passion in maternal mental health and involvement in PSI. In addition to my professional experiences, I am doing my best to raise three children with my husband on the northwest side of Chicago.
Tori Brueggert, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C, Co-Advocacy 
I am Victoria (Tori) Brueggert, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a passion for helping individuals of all ages achieve mental and emotional well-being. My passion lies in women’s mental health from preconception to pregnancy, through postpartum as well as peri/menopausal transitions. With over 10 years of experience in the field, I have worked with individuals across the lifespan, from age 6 and up, helping them navigate a variety of mental health challenges. My approach is holistic and personalized, combining a deep understanding of psychiatric care with a focus on fostering resilience, self-awareness, and healing.
Elizabeth House MS, MAT, MEL, LCPC, PMH-C, CADC, NCC, Education & Training 
I am the clinical director and owner of Cultivating Choices, PLLC. I specialize in fertility, PPD & perinatal, women’s health issues, parenting support and grief. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, burnout and self-compassion. I am PMH-C & CGP certified. The collaborative, community-building nature of this work is one of its most rewarding aspects for me.
Janet Keogh, Social Media 
I am passionate about the services and connections that PSI provides, and have seen firsthand how they can provide access to resources and trained professionals that have helped so many new mothers and families in their time of need. I have been a volunteer Support Navigator & Lived Experience Specialist since 2023, and am grateful to be a part of the IL Chapter board to connect with others in the community as well.
Carina Lane, Social Media 
Carina is new this year to the IL-PSI board as Co-Communications/Social Media. She is a psychotherapist working at a perinatal mental health focused private practice part time as well as working in Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health and Child Development for the past 20 years. She is bilingual and bicultural and ensuring that communities have access and understanding of perinatal mental health conditions are important to her as caregiver wellbeing is inextricably linked to child development outcomes and child wellbeing.
Stefanie Lynch (She/Her) LPC, PMH-C, CD(DONA), LPC, Outreach and Engagement 
I have worked in social services since 2000 in many capacities, but found my passion with birthing people and their families as they prepare for a new journey. As a Doula, and Lactation Counselor I realized how different this journey can be for each family and often a lack of resources and support available to them. As a Therapist and PMH-C I’m working with families on Mental Health, Parenting, Grief and Loss, and Birth Trauma in my area. I look forward to connecting supports and building community in this new role.
Jennifer Kang Lim, MOT, OTR/L, PMH-C, At-Large 
Jennifer (she/her) is a licensed occupational therapist and full-time assistant professor. In her first year on the PSI Illinois Board, she brings experience in academic education and research in the area of perinatal mental health. She is passionate about advancing perinatal mental health support through education, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Vicky Oliver MS. Ed., LCPC, At-Large 
My name is Vicky Oliver, and I am a mental health therapist based in Danville, Illinois, with over 20 years of experience in individual, group, couple, and family therapy. One of my areas of focus has been perinatal mental health and perinatal loss. I established the first doula programs in Vermilion County, secured two grants, and developed partnerships with the local hospital and labor and delivery providers to support positive birth experiences for families and doulas.
I am excited to begin serving on the Board for the PSI Illinois Chapter and to continue supporting perinatal mental health.
Patrice Pelmore, At-Large 
Patrice has a Bachelor’s in Speech Communication and Sociology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a Master’s in Public Administration and a Graduate Certificate in Community Planning both from the University of Illinois at Springfield, IL and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She is a Licensed Masters Social Worker in IL, IA, CT and AL. Patrice is certified in Perinatal Mental Health Disorders.
Patrice is a Social Worker at the Family Advocacy of Champaign County, where they provide a safe haven and advocate for families who are presently in the child welfare system. She is the coordinator of the Whole Program where she works with intact families with 0-3 years old children in the home. Also, she teaches Parenting Skills, Domestic Violence, Financial Literacy, and Anger Management Curriculum.
Thus, she is an advocate for those who are struggling with their mental health and feel as if they do not have a voice. Currently, Patrice is a member of the Alliance for Social Workers in Sports (ASWIS) where they advocate and support athletes to provide them with necessary tools to promote positive mental health. In addition, she is in the Central Illinois Navigator for the Postpartum Support International.
Laura Stieglitz, LSW, At-Large 
Laura is currently working as a Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist. She believes in being a pro-active partner with the parents, adapting to the family’s individual needs and applying her many years of training and experience to handle any challenges and help families thrive. Through parent education, she strives to create a sense of calm and confidence for the family, especially for first-time parents who many need additional guidance and support. She considers adaptability to be one of her greatest strengths. She is continually seeking out educational opportunities to expand her skill set and works hard to remain up to date on child development and perinatal mental health. She holds an MSW in Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health, has internship experience in the Perinatal IOP setting, and is also a Child Passenger Safety Technician and can assist families with keeping their little ones as safe as possible during their travels. Families appreciate her calming presence. She has many times been dubbed “the baby whisperer”. They point out that working with newborns and families is truly her passion. It shows in every aspect of her work.
Ashley Tabata, MA, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C, CFSW, Emeritus
Ashley (she/her) is the PSI Illinois Co-Liaison and has served on the board for about 2.5 years. She is a licensed perinatal social worker. Ashley is passionate about advocating for perinatal loss awareness.
