Center on Halsted
Susan Killelea is an experienced therapist and director specializing in mental health and quality improvement. Currently serving as a Therapist at Lantern Chicago since October 2011, Killelea provides individual and sex therapy via telehealth for adults across Illinois, focusing on aligning clients' lives with their values and needs. In addition, Killelea has been the Director of Quality, Compliance and Training at Friedman Place since February 2014, where responsibilities include leading continuous quality improvement programs and ensuring adherence to policies and regulations. Killelea has also worked as a Contractual Therapist at Center on Halsted since September 2008 and served as an End of Life Doula with Chicago End of Life Doula from August 2018 to November 2023, assisting individuals and families during the end-of-life process. Killelea holds a Master of Social Work from Aurora University and a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology from the University of Illinois Chicago.
Center on Halsted
Center on Halsted is the Midwest's most comprehensive community center dedicated to advancing community and securing the health and well-being of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) community. More than 1,000 community members visit the Center every day, located in the heart of Chicago's Lakeview Neighborhood. We work hard to provide a safe and welcoming environment with programs and services for the entire community. Our programs range from volleyball, dance performances and cooking classes to rapid HIV testing, group therapy and vocational training. In addition, we partner regularly with other organizations and groups from across Chicago and the nation to provide additional programming for the community. Free wi-fi access is available throughout the building including our lobby, reading library and our rooftop terrace. We also offer meeting and reception space, with special discounts for non-profit community groups. MISSION Center on Halsted advances community and secures the health and well-being of the LGBTQ people of Chicagoland. VISION A thriving lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community, living powerfully in supportive inclusive environments.