“SO VERY GRATEFUL FOR THE PROFESSIONALISM of Maria and her team. Over time. Between stress (life), grief and other challenges in group has truly been a lifesaver. From the very first time we met to whenever life presented obstacles, they have been there with the best support I could’ve ever imagine. I am forever grateful and feel fortunate to have connecting with them.” —Teri
“I have been working with Lisa here for several years and CANNOT SPEAK HIGHLY ENOUGH OF THIS PRACTICE. As someone who has been in therapy for a very long time, it’s rare to find a person who is truly a companion along this journey. I definitely found that in Lisa. Her ways of applying her knowledge and skill are second to none! I have appreciated her humor, creativity, and incredible attunement skills. So grateful!” —Tess
“WE ARE SO GRATEFUL TO LISA HARDEKOPF and Rago & Associates for the care and dedication they’ve shown to our family. If you’re seeking compassionate and highly skilled support, we wholeheartedly recommend them.” — Kira
“I have been with Rago for months now and I HAVE NEVER FELT MORE COMFORTABLE. I work with Sam and Lisa and they both care about me outside of my eating disorder! They are very patient and guide me through everything as well as hype me up through difficult situations and changes! Sam has such a big heart and being a dietitian suits her well since SHE IS SO CARING AND SMILES THROUGH EVERYTHING! Lisa is so inspiring and knows exactly what to say in the moment! 10/10 recommend Rago and Associates!!! —Lillian
“I can’t recommend Samantha Micheals highly enough! Working with her will be a life-changing experience. She not only is INCREDIBLY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND PROFESSIONAL but also genuinely compassionate and caring. From the start she will take the time to understand your unique needs and challenges, but making you feel comfortable, heard, and supported. Her warm and encouraging approach will helped you make sustainable changes without feeling overwhelmed.
Beyond just giving nutritional advice, Samantha will help you develop a positive relationship with food and be empowered to make choices that truly benefit your well-being. She will go above and beyond to ensure each client feels valued, and it’s VERY CLEAR SHE IS DEEPLY PASSIONATE about helping people of all ages thrive. If you’re looking for a dietitian who is as kind as they are skilled, Samantha is the one for you.” —Taylor
“Lisa has been a therapist for our family members for many years. She is SUPER EMPATHETIC AND CARING, always listening closely and giving advice with kindness and with just the right amount of sensitivity. Eating disorders and anxiety, or the combination of the two can require a “stronger” approach and Lisa is an expert at figuring out the perfect combination of techniques to give her patients the best chance of success. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone!!!” —Brian
“I have struggled with an eating disorder for my entire life, and have never felt as understood as I have with Lindsay. She is COMPASSIONATE, NON-JUDGMENTAL AND CARES a lot about her patients.” —Stephanie
“ALL THE PEOPLE I’VE WORKED WITH AT RAGO & ASSOCIATES HAVE BEEN INCREDIBLE. But Heather has been my rock for years. She has been my angel on Earth, and the person who is there when no one else understands. She holds me accountable, yet has the remarkable ability to understand the way I see the world. Heather found the perfect profession for herself, and she loves what she does! I am extremely lucky to benefit from that!” —Nancy
When I met Maria I was stripped of all hope, and I felt that no matter what I did I would never experience healing or recovery.
MARIA MET ME EXACTLY WHERE I WAS AT WITH COMPASSION, LOVE, AND GENUINE HOPE for my future. She cried with me, held my hand, and assured me that I was deserving of health and happiness – and that she would fight alongside me tooth and nail until we achieved that, no matter what. She created a treatment plan tailored to my needs and invited my loved ones into the recovery process by providing accessible tools, resources, and space to feel heard and supported with all that they were carrying. SHE GUIDED MY FAMILY AND ME THROUGH THE UPS AND DOWNS of recovery—utilizing her experience in everything from outpatient to residential settings—with a keen understanding of what I needed and how to get me to agree to it (no small feat). —Erica
“Rago and Associates, more specifically Dr. Eve Miceli of the Naperville location have been so incredible to work with. I WOULD NOT HAVE ANYWHERE NEAR THE LIFE I DO TODAY WITHOUT THE HELP, PATIENCE AND KINDNESS OF DR. EVE TO GUIDE ME. I have worked with her for the past four years and she has seen me through the best and worst moments of all of them. Truly not enough positive things to say about her :)” —Cameron
“JOSIE MILLER HAS WITHOUT A DOUBT SAVED MY LIFE! She is the most warm, bubbliest person ever and I was comfortable right off the bat with her. I’ve been in and out of therapy and no one compares to her. Josie always has the right thing to say when I’m feeling upset about something and always makes me feel seen and heard. I always feel uplifted after our appointments because she gets me so well and I’ve never had a connection with a therapist like this before. TALKING WITH HER IS REALLY EASY AND SHE IS SUPER FLEXIBLE with moving around appointments and times if needed. She provided me so much wisdom and guidance throughout these past five months and I cannot thank her enough! Highly recommend!” —Aubrey
“Lindsay is the absolute best! As a college student working on building a healthier relationship with food, I was nervous at first, but she made everything feel safe and approachable. LINDSAY IS COMPASSIONATE, UNDERSTANDING, AND NEVER JUDGMENTAL. She takes time to listen, and her guidance has been so supportive every step of the way. I’ve come so far in feeling more confident and balanced, and I couldn’t have done it without her encouragement and expertise. She’s so much more than just a dietician—she’s someone who genuinely cares and makes you feel like you’re not alone. I can’t recommend her enough!” —Katie
“I HAVE BEEN MY MOST COMFORTABLE AND TRUE SELF AT RAGO & ASSOCIATES. I am glad I found this place where I can be myself and trust the person I see. I’ve spent almost three years here and I wouldn’t trade it for the world.” —Tess
Stephanie helped me when I was struggling with compulsive exercising becasue she helped me see that there was a person inside me trapped who did NOT want to keep running on the treadmill. With her, I realized that I was just being compulsive and not enjoying what I was doing. Today, I have a routine that works for me and I can enjoy my body, my life and actually enjoy eating what I like without feeling guilty. —Joseph
