
Janelle Knippen, LPC, R-DMT, RYT
Licensed Professional Counselor, Somatic Therapist, Yoga/Meditation Teacher
Elle provides integrative, holistic somatic therapy for women navigating anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, and nervous system dysregulation. She is especially passionate about supporting clients who feel disconnected from their bodies or have not found relief through traditional talk therapy and are ready for a deeper, body based approach to healing.​
Elle's approach is calm, mindful, and deeply supportive. She creates a peaceful space where clients can slow down, tune into their bodies, and reconnect with themselves in a safe and grounded way. Sessions often include guided somatic movement, meditation, and gentle awareness practices that help clients release tension, process stored experiences, and build a stronger connection between the mind and body.
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Elle believes that many emotional and physical symptoms stem from a disconnect between the mind and body. Through a holistic lens, she helps clients understand how trauma, chronic stress, and past experiences can be held within the nervous system and expressed as physical discomfort, fatigue, or emotional overwhelm. Her work supports the body’s natural ability to release, regulate, and restore balance.
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Clients often come to Elle feeling tense, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns of discomfort and leave feeling more relaxed, present, and free. Her work supports relief from chronic pain and stress, increased nervous system regulation, and a greater sense of ease and empowerment in daily life. Drawing from both professional training and her own experience navigating chronic pain and stress through a somatic and holistic approach, she brings authenticity and deep empathy to her work. Elle integrates mind body practices with a strong foundation in holistic healing, offering a space that honors the whole person and supports lasting change.
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Elle is known for being empathetic, calm, and deeply present. She believes healing is a gentle process of reconnecting with the body, creating space for peace, and allowing the system to move from tension toward lightness and freedom. She offers in person and virtual somatic therapy in Downers Grove, Westmont, Hinsdale, Oak Brook, and the surrounding Chicago suburbs.
Frequent Offerings​​​​
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Somatic Therapy for Individuals & Couples
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Group Somatic Therapy Sessions
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Reiki
Connect with Janelle
janelle.rose.knippen@gmail.com
630-828-2953
