VVSD Community Partners - Catholic Charities

Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet is a faith-based, nonprofit social service organization dedicated to serving those in need. Established in 1918 and incorporated in 1962, it operates as a 501(c)(3) organization, providing compassionate support across a seven-county region, including DuPage, Will, Grundy, Kendall, Kankakee, Ford, and Iroquois.

Rooted in a mission of service and dignity, Catholic Charities welcomes all individuals, regardless of race, creed, lifestyle, or religious beliefs. The organization offers a wide range of programs aimed at fostering self-sufficiency and enhancing quality of life. These include emergency services, homeless prevention, rapid rehousing, shelters, a daily soup kitchen, transitional and permanent supportive housing, immigrant support, aging and disability services, early childhood education, counseling, mobile food pantries, and affordable housing initiatives.

The Counseling Services Division provides comprehensive mental health support through individual, group, family, and couples therapy. Using evidence-based approaches, these services address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and family dynamics, empowering individuals to overcome challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling lives. With a deep commitment to integrity, dignity, and empowerment, Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet continues to be a beacon of hope for those in need.

Description of the services specifically offered to VVSD students/families:

Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet Counseling Division will be providing school-based mental health services at Bolingbrook High School to provide students with accessible, integrated mental health support during school hours. This program is designed to enhance students' emotional and behavioral well-being while working collaboratively with academic and school support staff. By addressing mental health challenges directly within the school environment, the program helps students build resilience, improve academic performance, and foster long-term personal growth.

Students can receive services individually or in group settings, ensuring personalized support tailored to their needs. Additionally, family members of students at BHS can be referred to any of Catholic Charities’ Community Mental Health Centers for further counseling and access to community resources. By bridging the gap between education and mental health, Catholic Charities' goal is to help foster a supportive, empowering space where students can thrive both emotionally and academically.

Dr. Corinna House LCSW CADC

Division Director of Counseling Services

Phone: 815-221-6021

Email: chouse@cc-doj.org

Lisa Sumrow LCSW

Supervisor of Counseling

Office: 815-306-0334

lsumrow@cc-doj.org

Tom Cromley LCPC

tcromley@cc-doj.org

Phone: 262-806-3695 My name is Tom Cromley. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I am excited to be working at Bolingbrook High School starting January 6, 2025. I earned my Master’s Degree at Western Illinois University in 2011 and have served as a mental health counselor for over 13 years. I’m excited to be working with students, parents and staff at Bolingbrook high school to meet the everchanging needs of student’s mental health. During my time as a mental health professional, I have worked in various capacities of private practice, schools, residential mental health treatment facilities, and community based mental health. I have experience with a wide variety of clients coming from diverse backgrounds. I am proficient in working with those struggling with Anger management, Anxiety, Depression/Suicidal Ideation, ADHD, Relapse Prevention, Self-identity, Self-Help and management of Serious Mental Disorders. I enjoy helping others with problems that require exploration and self-examination as well as teaching skills such as, self-care, social skills, and thought-challenging. When I am not providing counseling, I enjoys a night of playing music with my guitar and attending open-mics. I am employed through Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet and we are excited to not only provide services to students at Bolingbrook High School, but also their families. We welcome the opportunity to meet with those in need of individual counseling, family counseling, and parenting skills at one of our off-site locations.