Our Team

​​​​​​​Geeta Bansal, MD, is an Ivy League-trained, triple board-certified Neurologist and Psychiatrist with a primary focus in Neurology and Psychiatry. She and her team serve adults of all ages at all of our A Ray of Hope locations in Libertyville, IL, Kenosha, WI, and Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Bansal received her medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. She completed residencies in Neurology and Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania. She then went on to complete a Neuromuscular fellowship at Northwestern University.

She and her team use their vast experience in Psychiatry, Neurology, and Neuromuscular conditions to provide high-quality care to all of their patients. As a result of their unique understanding of the deep connection between emotional and medical illnesses, they have the training necessary to distinguish between the physical and psychological causes of their patients’ various symptoms.

Dr. Bansal has a “down-to-earth” attitude, and she actively listens to the various needs of her patients. She prides herself on successfully engaging with patients, providing accurate diagnoses, and developing individualized care plans with proven, long-term results. She is also fluent in Punjabi and English, proudly caring for a diverse patient population with a strong tie to the community.

Dr. Bansal received all three of her board certifications - Psychiatry, Neurology, and Neuromuscular Medicine - from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She holds an affiliation with Advocate Condell Medical Center as well.

​​​​​​​Allison Wollert is the Chief Clinical Officer and a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) here at A Ray of Hope, licensed in both Illinois and Wisconsin. She has been working in mental health for over 12 years, with experience working in mental health hospitals, residential settings, private practice, and community mental health settings. Allison works with clients aged 18+ and specializes in post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, severe mental illness, bipolar disorder, addiction, and co-occurring disorders.

Most recently, she was responsible for managing a team of 35 staff members running a Crisis Program for dual-diagnosis patients, a crisis call center, and one of the few 988 call centers in the state! Allison is excited to be rejoining the Ray of Hope team as the Chief Clinical Officer to continue building the practice and providing the best care we give to our patients! Allison aims to continue working together to build relationships with patients, focusing on the health and wellness of the community! She is greatly looking forward to seeing old coworkers and getting to know new ones.

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Paku Thor, PMHNP-BC, is one of our board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners at A Ray of Hope, working at our Kenosha location. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Alverno College in Milwaukee, WI. She has experience working with adult and geriatric populations across hospitals, clinics, and nursing home settings with a strong foundation in ICU and hospice nursing. Paku brings a compassionate, patient-centered approach to psychiatric care.

Paku evaluates and treats a wide range of mental health symptoms, focusing on medication management and therapeutic communication. Her primary goal is to create personalized treatment plans through shared decision-making, ensuring that patients feel empowered, understood, and confident throughout their mental health journey. She finds deep fulfillment in listening to her patients and being someone they can truly feel heard by. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, laughing, and spending quality time with her loved ones.

Carol attended the Rosalind Franklin University School of Medicine & Science Physician Assistant Program in North Chicago, IL after obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Biology & Spanish as well as a Master's Degree in Medical Microbiology. She is certified with the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and is licensed in both Illinois and Wisconsin.

Carol has a specialized interest in the treatment of neurological disorders, including but not limited to migraines, neuropathy, tremors, and seizure disorders, however, she also sees and treats patients with various psychiatric disorders including anxiety, depression, and ADHD.

In her free time, she enjoys crafting, reading, and traveling to new places. Carol currently sees patients in the Kenosha location.

Shane graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago with a masters in Physician Assistant Studies. He received his undergraduate degree in Human Biology with a minor in Psychology from the University of California San Diego. He pursued a career in research and biotech before switching to healthcare. He gained experience as an EMT and EKG tech before becoming a PA.

He specializes in treating neurological disorders ranging from migraines to neuropathies to ALS.

In his free time Shane enjoys board games, trivia, basketball, soccer, and anything outdoors.