Psych Services
Compassionate Psychiatric Care. No Wait for Appointments.
Our board-certified providers deliver safe and effective psychiatric medication management to support clients in their recovery and overall mental well-being.
Our psychiatric team provides prompt, evidence-based care for children, adolescents, and adults across the Aurora area. Appointments are available this week, in-person or via telehealth.
About Our Psychiatric Services
Family Counseling Service (FCS) is a behavioral health center offering comprehensive psychiatric care that complements our counseling and therapy programs.
Our psychiatric team provides evaluations, medication management, and follow-up care for clients of all ages. We take an integrated approach, coordinating with counselors, primary care providers, and community organizations to ensure each client receives the right care at the right time.
Insurance & Payment Options
Everyone deserves access to care. We accept Medicaid, all MCO plans, and most major insurance providers to make our services available to all who need them.
Struggling to Find the Right Medication?
We offer genetic testing to help identify which psychiatric medications may work best for you, bringing a more personalized approach to your mental health care.
Our Psychiatric Services Team
What Makes FCS Different
At Family Counseling Service, we make accessing psychiatric care simple, coordinated, and effective:
- Immediate Access: No waitlist; appointments are available within a few days.
- Seamless Scheduling: Our web-based referral process ensures quick response times and easy coordination for referring providers.
- Comprehensive Care: Integrated psychiatric, counseling, and case management services promote continuity and better outcomes.
- Collaborative Approach: We work closely with therapists, primary care providers, and partner organizations to support each client's progress.
- Flexible Options: In-person and telehealth appointments are available across the region.
- Evidence-Based Treatment: Our medication management is guided by best clinical practices and compassionate care.
Meet Our Providers
Our psychiatric services care team combines clinical expertise with genuine compassion. Each of our providers brings unique experience in treating a wide range of mental health conditions and is dedicated to helping clients achieve meaningful progress in their recovery and well-being.
Dara Karlov,
MSN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC
Lead Psychiatric Services Nurse Practitioner
Dara Karlov is an advanced practice nurse (APN). Dara graduated from the University of Iowa with her Bachelor of Science, in Nursing and Governors State University with her Advanced Practice Degree. She brings 30 years of nursing experience in varying healthcare settings, always providing excellent client and family centered care. She strongly believes every person from any walk of life deserves the opportunity for quality healthcare. She embraces all clients wherever they are in their journey to mental health and sees it as her role to serve as a guide for that journey. Dara is raising 3 wonderful children and understands the challenges that adolescents face in today’s world. She enjoys spending time with her children, her fur babies, fishing and waterskiing.
Dr. Vivian Ndangoh-Tendong,
DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Vivian is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has a BA in Sociology from Roosevelt University and a Master’s degree in social work from the University of Illinois at Chicago. After working in social service for ten years, Vivian received her degree in nursing from Ambria College of Nursing and her Doctorate degree in psychiatric nursing from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She is also a board-certified PMHNP. Vivian’s drive has always been to work in a community-based setting serving individuals with various mental health needs. Her goal is to help and advocate for clients who struggle to feel heard and to manage their treatment with empathy and compassion. She enjoys working with clients across the lifespan. Vivian enjoys helping those struggling and has a holistic view of all that may encompass a client’s story as she meets them. She takes pride in transforming lives, one client at a time.
Anjolie Jose,
MPAS, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Anjolie is a Physician Assistant (PA-C) who earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a concentration in Behavioral Neuroscience from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She went on to complete her Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. Anjolie has always been deeply interested in psychology and psychiatry. She enjoys getting to know each of her clients to provide individualized, client-centered care that considers each person’s history, background, and unique strengths. Outside of work, Anjolie enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with her dog.
Who We Serve
We provide psychiatric services for:
- Individuals seeking medication management alongside counseling
- Children, adolescents, and adults needing comprehensive behavioral health care
- Partner organizations looking for on-site or coordinated psychiatric support
Partner With FCS
To better serve our community, FCS partners with local organizations to expand access to psychiatric care.
From July 2024 to July 2025, FCS's psychiatric team worked with community partners to expand access to care.
- 650 hours of service provided (across all partnerships)
- 957 clients served (across all partnerships)
- Partner organizations include: Kane County Juvenile Center, TriCity Family Services, Mutual Ground, and Open Door
With four providers now on staff, there's no wait for new appointments.
We collaborate with community partners to expand access to psychiatric services and strengthen the continuum of care.
Our current partners include:
- Kane County Juvenile Center
- TriCity Family Services
- Mutual Ground
- Open Door
If your organization is interested in partnering with us, contact our Psychiatric Services Manager to learn more about partnership opportunities.
Trusted By Our Partners
“We have found partnering with Family Counseling Service to be highly successful and enjoyable. The team is collaborative and incredibly accommodating.”
Getting Started
If you or someone you support needs psychiatric care, call us at (630) 844-2662 or select an option below to begin.
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