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William Acton is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. William has always been fascinated by stories. Whether on the big screen, on stage, or on the pages of a novel, he has loved watching the characters progress through challenges and come out changed on the other side. William believes that every person has their own story to tell, and they are in charge of writing the script. His goal as a therapist is to help people comprehend their backstories, but also to empower them to take control of their lives and rewrite their endings.

David Bova, LCPC, NCC, works with adolescents and adults on a wide variety of issues. He is passionate, enthusiastic, always supportive of patients working through difficult decisions, and gives guidance towards long-term change. He believes that the journey starts with where the patient is at and that there is no such thing as slow progress. David recognizes how developing new skills and philosophies about the self can have profound effects on the rest of one’s life. He believes that therapy should be flexible and emphasizes the therapeutic alliance above all else.

Accepting new clients. I work with clients who struggle with self-esteem, relationship issues, anxiety & depression. I help them gain insight into how their past experiences effect how they interact with the world as well as overcome trauma, gain healthier coping skills, & improve their overall sense of self & live their healthiest, happiest, most authentic life. NEW: I am happy to announce we have added more clinicians to our team at Still Waters Counseling & that means we now accept children, couples & family counseling to our practice! Still Waters is a practice designed to be your safe space. Schedule with us today!

Hello, I provide a variety of personalized mental health services to individuals, couples. and families to improve their quality of life. Our quality of life can be interrupted in many ways. Loss of a loved one, relationship problems, parenting struggles, addictions, anxiety, depression, and job stress. Sometimes these can be just little bumps in the road, sometimes they can be overwhelming, or maybe your finding your unresolved past is interfering with your life today. I will meet you where you are, and offer guidance and insight to assist you to get to where you want to be, with the goal, improving your quality of life.

Now accepting new clients! I have a passion for working with children who have been through trauma, and who struggle with maladaptive behaviors, anxiety, ADHD, & relational issues. I also work with parents to build knowledge, communication, & a plan that works for both child & parent.

School, work, relationships — life in general — can be difficult, and we're not meant to do it alone. Are you navigating a life transition and experiencing some bumps along that road? Maybe you're preparing to graduate and move on to the next phase, starting a new career, becoming a parent, facing a divorce, heading into retirement...no matter what the case, change is difficult. You are already taking the first step by seeking support, and for that, I applaud you. Let's take the next step together.

Sarah Spurling is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois. She has an MSW from University at Buffalo, SUNY. Sarah utilizes a person-centered, eclectic approach to meet people where they are, takes time to understand their strengths, and supports them in working towards their goals. Sarah works well with people who have often felt misunderstood and believes the experience of feeling understood is essential to healing. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys knitting, taking care of her plant collection, reading, walking, and spending time with her dog, family, and friends.

Andrew Dewey is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois with six years of experience. He has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health from the University of Illinois. Andrew believes in a treatment philosophy that is client-centered from a CBT, REBT and Existential lens.

Kendra Painter is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. She has a Master's degree in Human Development Counseling with a Marriage, Couple, and Family concentration. Kendra's goal as a counselor is to collaborate with her clients in order to help them increase favorable thoughts, behaviors, and feelings. Kendra uses a cognitive behavioral approach to facilitate individuals, couples, and families to work through difficult issues and build resiliency as they journey toward the best version of themselves.

I will provide you a safe and supportive place to explore your concerns and challenges. Together, we will find solutions and develop your coping skills that will allow you make positive changes in your life. I am a Registered Art Therapist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I have been in the mental health field since 1997. I work with clients ages 7 through adult. I work with individuals, couples and families. I specialize in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused and art therapy. I also specialize in working with grief and loss issues. I look forward to working together!

Emily Baughman is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. She has an MA in Human Development Counseling with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and a BS and AA in Psychology. Emily is devoted to positively impacting the lives of her clients by helping them to develop skills necessary to survive and thrive in every season of life. She thrives in a collaborative therapeutic alliance that promotes safety, trust, and growth through supportive interactions with clients.

Johanna Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. She obtained her Master's in Social Work from Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas. Johanna works in a compassionate, caring, yet straight forward manner with clients. Johanna tends to look at the client in environment and look at the need behind the behavior, rather than solely at the behavior in order to make change. Outside of work, Johanna's passion is spending quality time with her children and dogs. Family is her number one priority.

I am a faith-based counselor who walks with clients through their own treatment goals with complete regard for their inherent dignity and right to consent as image bearers of God. I use a trauma-informed, strengths based approach to help clients recover from trauma and loss as well as grow through changes and life adjustment. I specialize in helping people work through experiences which leave them feeling stuck using EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral, and Dialectic Behavioral therapies, helping them form new connections of insight and understanding as well as desensitize and reprocess painful experiences and memories.

Hi, I'm Rachel, an LPC Intern working with a diverse range of clients with varying needs and goals. I understand that making meaningful changes in one's life can be a difficult process, and I patiently support clients as they heal and grow. I am accepting new clients in-person and virtually at Pepper Brown & Associates in Springfield under the supervision of Tracy Howland, LCPC. I also see clients through SIU Center for Family Medicine under the supervision of Hannah Jacobs (must have primary care provider employed at SIU).

Sometimes in life we just want to be seen and heard by a compassionate and non-judgmental person - someone who listens in a way that makes us feel visible, valued and validated. I create a space where this happens for my clients, fully believing this enables healing from the past, freedom to live in the present and a strong sense of empowerment to reinvent yourself and create the future you desire. Whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, or trauma, I am here for you. In light of the pandemic, you may just need extra support to learn coping strategies to maintain your best possible emotional health.

Accepting new clients. Lorie (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with a client-centered and trauma-informed approach to therapy. Since 2004, Lorie has a wide range of experiences within the community mental health setting as well as working with individuals of all ages struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life changes and transitions, grief, anger management, stress management, geriatric issues, LGBTQ+ issues and personality disorders.

Whether you have hit a rough patch, realize the need to address old wounds, or feel as if you have lost your way, a mental health therapist can help guide you back and create a new path forward. Many people face seemingly insurmountable obstacles that may be rooted in personal life stories or internal or external forces that seem to be working against them. I am passionate about meeting people where they are and helping them develop a path forward to a healthier and more fulfilling life. I believe all people possess strengths and the ability to effect change in their lives.

Amber Jelinek is a Clinical Psychologist with emphasis in forensics and neuropsychology in Illinois who has been practicing since 2008. Amber believes in a treatment approach that empowers clients. In her spare time, Amber enjoys family, movies, and gaming.

At this stage in my career, ideal clients would be those interested in working with me via the videotherapy platform outside of insurance. I have decided to transition to teletherapy for a variety of reasons, and I have found that it is a highly effective way to work with clients. It gives you a lot of flexibility in terms of when we can meet...days, evenings. $85 for a 45 minute session. My goal is to provide highly affordable, high quality mental health therapy to those I work with. I have a youthful and energetic personality. I am highly interactive during sessions.