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Dr. Akamin Nkengaka, IL LCSW 149.028885

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I'm Dr. Akamin Nkengaka, a Licensed behavioral therapist with 16 years of evidence-based practice experienced. I help clients with stress, anxiety, depression... Read more

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Lisa Whittingham, IL LCPC 180.002937

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I am licensed in Illinois with 15 years of professional work experience. In addition, I am a Yoga instructor, Mindfulness teacher, and am certified in Music ... Read more

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Lori Mattix, IL LCSW 149.000371

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I have been a licensed clinical social worker for 35 years. I have experience providing individual , group, and family counseling to teens, adults and... Read more

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Neal Harris, IL LCPC 180001053

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Neal Harris is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology. He has practiced the art of psychotherapy for 40... Read more

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Jessica Grayer-Brumfield, IL LCSW 149.017306, IA LISW 134672

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Greetings and Salutations! I am Jessica Brumfield, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Being proactive by seeking help during challenging times is an act of... Read more

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Diane McClain, IL LCSW 149.013411

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Hi My name is Diane I have more than 30+ years of experience doing therapy. I have worked in inpatient, outpatient settings as well as family service... Read more

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Erica Gilmore, IL LCPC 180.011868

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I am licensed in Illinois with 15 years of professional work experience. I have had my license for 7 years. I have experience in helping clients with stress... Read more

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Deborah Taylor, IL LCSW 149000448

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I am licensed in Illinois with 47 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues... Read more

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April Balzhiser, IL LCPC 180007972

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I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois as well as a Certified Domestic Violence Professional. I have over 15 years of... Read more

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Dr. Kathryn (Kitty) Klee, IL LCPC 180001551

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I am licensed in Illinois with 33 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, parenting issues... Read more

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Jessica Grayer-Brumfield, IA LISW 134672, IL LCSW 149.017306

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Greetings and Salutations! I am Jessica Brumfield, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Being proactive by seeking help during challenging times is an act of... Read more

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Rev. Sergio Ayala, IL LCPC 180016866, IA LMHC 094835

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I am licensed in Iowa and Illinois with 9 years of professional clinical work experience. I have a Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling, a Masters of... Read more

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April Balzhiser, IL LCPC 180007972

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I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois as well as a Certified Domestic Violence Professional. I have over 15 years of... Read more

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Deborah Taylor, IL LCSW 149000448

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I am licensed in Illinois with 47 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues... Read more

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Nisha Paliwal, IL LCPC 180012019

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I am Nisha Agmata Paliwal, Clinically Licensed Psychotherapist & Healing Professional My deepest honor is to be able to authentically energize & utilize my... Read more

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Neel Mehta, IL Psychologist 071009624

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I am a doctorally licensed clinical psychologist in the greater Chicagoland area with 19 years of professional experience in working with children, adults... Read more

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Ramon Nolasco, FL LMHC MH11613, IL LCPC 180.002908

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As a licensed therapist with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers... Read more

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Maria "Patti" Lorenzo, IL LCPC 180013018

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Hi, I’m Patti Lorenzo, MS, LCPC. I help individuals navigate life’s challenges by combining a trauma-informed lens with a structured, solution-focused... Read more

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Kelly Peters, IL LCPC 180.002099

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Hello, I am a licensed therapist with over 35 years of experience providing counseling to individuals, couples, families, and groups. I've worked with clients... Read more

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Angela Veach, IL LCPC 180004626

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I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in the state of Illinois with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, families and couples . I have... Read more

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Lori Mattix, IL LCSW 149.000371

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I have been a licensed clinical social worker for 35 years. I have experience providing individual , group, and family counseling to teens, adults and... Read more

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Dr. Akamin Nkengaka, IL LCSW 149028885

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I'm Dr. Akamin Nkengaka, a Licensed behavioral therapist with 16 years of evidence-based practice experienced. I help clients with stress, anxiety, depression... Read more

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Provides online counseling through BetterHelp. This is a sponsored listing.

Dr. Kathryn (Kitty) Klee, IL LCPC 180001551

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I am licensed in Illinois with 33 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, parenting issues... Read more

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Michelle Curry, IL LCSW 149.015555

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Thank you for reaching out. It takes a ton of courage and strength to make that first step for additional supports. I am a licensed clinical social worker... Read more

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George Brassea, IL LCPC 180011327

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Embarking on this journey together, we'll delve deep into understanding your essence. Through thoughtful questioning, we'll unravel the intricacies of your... Read more

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Neal Harris, IL LCPC 180001053

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Neal Harris is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology. He has practiced the art of psychotherapy for 40... Read more

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Julie Villarejo, MA, LPC, CCTP

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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have been working in mental health since 2020. I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist and have worked... Read more

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Julie Blackburn, LCPC, LMHC, LCPC, LMHC

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You deserve a therapist that is well trained in your life experience. I focus exclusively on grief and loss that accompanies the loss of a loved one... Read more

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Allyson Borkowicz, LCPC

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St. Charles, IL

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I am an experiences Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who is passionate about caring for clients who have faced trauma. I have trauma training and... Read more

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Chaquita Vinson, MA

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I have two years of experience supporting adults of diverse identities navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, parenting, disability... Read more

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