Our Team
Meet your therapists
Our team of dedicated clinicians is here to meet you where you are — with expertise, warmth, and a genuine commitment to your growth.
Owner & Founder
Angela Zenere (Sexton)
LCPC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor · Owner
Angela is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and the founder of Zen Counseling, PLLC. With experience across private practice, IDOC, community mental health, substance abuse, court-ordered counseling, anger management, and domestic violence, she brings deep expertise to every client relationship.
She holds a BA in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University–Chicago and a Master of Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Angela is trained in EMDR therapy and holds a 40-hour domestic violence certificate.
She holds a BA in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University–Chicago and a Master of Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Angela is trained in EMDR therapy and holds a 40-hour domestic violence certificate.
Samantha LaRocco
MA, LCPC
Counselor
Sam is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois who works with adolescents, young adults, and adults facing a variety of life challenges. She has experience in private practice, community mental health, substance use treatment, court-mandated counseling, anger management, and domestic violence programs.
Sam takes a collaborative and individualized approach to therapy, tailoring treatment to each client's unique needs, strengths, and goals. She earned her BA in Psychology from Western Illinois University and her MA in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Sam takes a collaborative and individualized approach to therapy, tailoring treatment to each client's unique needs, strengths, and goals. She earned her BA in Psychology from Western Illinois University and her MA in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Join Our Team
Are you a licensed therapist?
Zen Counseling, PLLC is a growing practice with a warm, collaborative culture. We're always looking for compassionate, skilled clinicians to join our team and serve the Plainfield community.
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We work as a team and support each other's growth as clinicians.
Clinical Supervision Available
Angela is a licensed supervisor for LCPC candidates seeking hours.
Plainfield, IL + Telehealth
Practice in-person in downtown Plainfield or via telehealth across Illinois.