Why 'Anda'?

    "Anda" comes from the Rwandese language Kinyarwanda which means "to grow" - mentally, spiritually, and collectively. It captures our mission to foster healing, transformation, and upward movement in the communities we serve - beginning with ourselves.

    Our Mission: Healing Communities

    To provide culturally-competent, trauma-informed mental healthcare that honors the diverse identities and experiences of Medicaid communities.

    Accessible Care

    Removing financial and cultural barriers to mental healthcare

    Clinical Excellence

    Evidence-based treatments delivered with cultural competency

    Innovation

    AI-powered technology that enhances human connection

    Our Values

    Anda Therapy Group was founded by mental health professionals who recognized the critical need for accessible, culturally-responsive care in underserved communities. We built our practice on the belief that effective therapy must honor each person's cultural identity, lived experiences, and community context.

    Compassion First

    We lead with empathy and understanding in every interaction, recognizing the humanity in every person we serve.

    Collective Accountability

    We take shared responsibility for outcomes, supporting each other and our communities through challenges and successes.

    Relentless Drive

    We pursue our mission with unwavering determination, constantly pushing boundaries to expand access to quality care.

    Adaptive Strategy

    We remain flexible and responsive, evolving our approaches based on community needs and emerging opportunities.

    Meet Our Team

    Our licensed professionals and specialists are dedicated to delivering culturally-responsive, trauma-informed care

    MB

    Martin Beck

    LSW, AM

    Founder & Owner

    As the Founder and Owner of Anda Therapy Group, I am passionate about making quality mental health care accessible to all individuals and families.

    DTFS

    Dr. Tony Faseeh Salaam

    PhD, LCSW

    Clinical Director

    Dr. Tony Salaam brings over two decades of dedicated service in social work, focused on trauma-informed care for marginalized communities.

    DSJ

    Dr. Sidney Joseph

    PhD

    Therapist

    Dr. Sidney Joseph's story begins on the Southeast and South sides of Chicago, committed to making a lasting impact on his community.

    TG

    Tusani Gates

    MSW

    Organizational Development Consultant

    Tusani is an emerging leader in organizational development and social work, bringing clinical insight with business acumen.

    LIU

    Lutgardis Ineza Ukangutse

    Data Automation Specialist

    As the Data Automation Specialist at Anda Therapy Group, Ineza Ukangutse plays a key role in optimizing the systems that power our hybrid therapy model.

    Join Our Mission

    We're building a team of passionate clinicians committed to serving Medicaid communities with excellence and cultural humility.

    Strategic Partnerships

    Collaborating with community organizations to expand access and improve care coordination.

    Healthcare Partners
    Community Health Centers

    Integrated care delivery across 15+ community health centers

    Educational Partners
    Local School Districts

    Mental health support for students and families

    Insurance Partners
    Medicaid Managed Care

    Direct partnerships for seamless care coordination

    Become a Partner

    Join our network of community partners committed to improving mental health outcomes for underserved populations.

    Contact Information

    Get in touch with our team

    Email

    info@andatherapygroup.com

    Important: Do not submit personal health information (PHI) by email—use the secure portal.

    Business Address

    6127 South University Avenue
    Chicago, Illinois, 60637

    Phone

    312-767-7185

    Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday-Friday