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Kelly Peters, IL LCPC 180.002099

LCPC

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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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Christina "Chrissy" Senior, IL LCPC 180012911

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Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of IL with 10 years+ of experience in the mental health field. I have worked in a... Read more

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Rachel Bertrand, IL LCPC 180.016502

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I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois. I have a passion for coming alongside my clients with non-judgmental listening to create... Read more

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Lisa Allen, IL LCSW 149.020179

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I am licensed in Illinois with 23 years of professional clinical work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, LGBTQIA... Read more

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Linda Gonzalez, IL LCSW 149.019632

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Hi! I 'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive counseling experience. My approach is collaborative and strength-based and my techniques are... 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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Bradley Wolcott, IL LCSW 149011615

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As a licensed therapist with extensive experience serving individuals in Illinois, I specialize in supporting adults navigating complex life transitions... Read more

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Kenneth Catalanotte, IL LCSW 149001173

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I am a retired clinical social worker with 35 year of counseling experience. The last ten years I worked for the Veteran's Administration and some of my... 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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Donna Beichel, IL LCSW 149.006051

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I am licensed in Illinois with 33 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions... Read more

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Cory Berberich, IL LCPC 180.016633

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I am licensed in Illinois with 4 years of professional work experience, and nearly 6 years in the mental health field overall. I have experience in helping... Read more

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Teresa Cortas, IL LCSW 149008229

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I have dedicated my career to assisting people reach their goals and lead a happier, healthier life. As a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois for the... Read more

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Kathryn Klein, IL LCPC 180.006421, NV LCPC CP5922-R

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Hello - I would first like to say I'm not a conventional therapist. I do have professional training and professional experience and degrees, but really, I... Read more

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Dr. Dr. Antonio Champion, IL LCSW 149.027393

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I am licensed in Illinois with 17 years of professional work experience. I have my Ph.D. in community psychology and master degree in clinical social work. I... 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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Dr. Joyce A. Griffin, MO LPC 002247, IL LCPC 180.002027

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My approach to counseling is often didactic and is solution oriented. It is my opinion that clients come to counseling because they can not figure out what to... Read more

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Aleksander Casas, IL LCPC 180.013764

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Life stressors and managing different areas of our life can sometimes become heavy to hold alone. Many times, there is nothing "wrong" with us, we are just... Read more

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Linda Gonzalez, IL LCSW 149.019632

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Hi! I 'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive counseling experience. My approach is collaborative and strength-based and my techniques are... Read more

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David Gish, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Feeling anxious, stressed or depressed? There is help. I'm a highly trained therapist. I've been in the field over 20 years. My approach is very supportive and... Read more

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Julie Villarejo, MA, LPC, CCTP

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Chicago, IL

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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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Mary Golembeck, PMHNP

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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Downers Grove, IL

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I am a dual-certified Nurse Practitioner and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) offering online psychiatric evaluations and... Read more

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Amanda Emerson, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Evanston, IL

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My ideal client is someone navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, or relationship struggles who feels overwhelmed or stuck. They often carry the weight of past... Read more

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Chaquita Vinson, MA

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Chicago, IL

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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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Jill Yerkes, LCSW

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Hi, I’m Jill Yerkes, a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois with over 30 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s... Read more

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Allyson Borkowicz, LCPC

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St. Charles, IL

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Christina Aguilar, LCPC

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Downers Grove, IL

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I believe healing is a personal and evolving journey that requires trust, patience, and collaboration. Each session is guided by your comfort and readiness... Read more

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Jayme Luster

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Peoria, IL

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*Currently Accepting New Clients* I am a Person-Centered counselor who takes a soft and nurturing approach with clients. As a chronically ill, feminist... Read more

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