Natalia Dapkus, Therapist

Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

License: Residential Therapist
Ages Served: 3 to 65+

Natalie Dapkus is the co-founder of Pangea Somatic Therapy, Breathworks and More. Natalia’s core values are family and helping others through internal struggles and pains to become the best and truest form of self. Natalia aims to help her patrons cultivate present moment intentionality, emotional excellence, and a sense of belonging and support within their value dynamics and community. Natalia offers therapeutic practice for you in somatic group and individual therapy, women’s support and specialized groups, and a few other endeavor.

Natalia uses evidenced based best practices when it comes to Somatic Therapy for her groups and individuals at Pangea. In other endeavor here at Pangea, Natalia employs a variety of practices gained from years of attending women’s groups and other psychological trainings and cultural events in both South and North America. Natalia enjoys challenges and is willing to “think outside of the box” and be “crafty” in helping persons heal and enhance their functionality and wellness.

Natalia graduated with a Bachelor’s In Education Degree from Universidade Sao Palo, Brazil and completed her psychology degree at Trinity Christian College in Palos, USA. Natalia enjoys her family, reading, attending cultural events, and the cycling of the four seasons in Chicago.

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Natalie Dapkus

Natalie Dapkus, Residential Therapist

Fun Facts Q&A

What is your favorite place to visit in the World?
“I like to travel and visit with family and friends. I enjoy gardening, reading, and attending cultural events. My favorite place to visit in the United States is Wisconsin and my favorite place in Brazil is Natal or otherwise affectionately known as South Miami since its on the Northernmost edge of Brazil and has hundreds of miles of beach!”

Insurance Accepted

Insurance provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Insurance provided by Cigna Healthcare

Insurance provided by Aetna

Self Pay Options Available

Expertise

  • Relationship Issues
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Therapy
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women’s Health

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based
  • Coaching
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Group Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic Therapy

Populations

  • Men
  • Women

Languages

English

Portuguese

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I schedule an appointment with Natalie Dapkus?

Please use our contact form or give us a call (708) 227-4530 to schedule an appointment.

She works at both our Frankfort, IL and Orland Park, IL offices.

Yes, she is currently offering in-office visits.

Yes, she is currently offering Telehealth and in-office visits.

Natalie Dapkus is a therapist and cannot prescribe medication. We have relationships with several medical doctors and psychiatrists that prescribe if needed.

She generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist. Please call (708) 227-4530 to find out Natalie’s schedule and availability.

Pangea providers accept most insurance plans for somatic therapy that are offered in the state of Illinois. If you don’t see your insurance listed, please contact us at (708) 227-4530 to see how we can help.

Please see the following list of insurances accepted:

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Self-Pay Options Available