Dr. Africa L
Counselor, MA, LCPC, EdD (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Let's Connect (847) 416-0921
I believe the key to healing lies within each of us. My passion is in helping others locate that key and unlock the fear, pain, and feeling of not being good enough and open the door to being the Authentic person you desire. I believe our emotions, aren't the enemy but guides toward helping us realize what we do and do not want for ourselves. Once we learn to be more aware of what we are doing that perpetuates our unhappiness, then we can make different choices, ones that bring us a greater understanding of ourselves and our relationships.
I specialize working with individuals who often feel our culture as a whole does not accept them for who they are, whether it is sexual, gender, racial minorities, disabilities or size, it's important to understand there is NOTHING wrong with you!
My goal is to enrich lives and provide a safe atmosphere to allow clients to truly go within and heal.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dr. Africa L Rainey now - (847) 416-0921
Let's Connect (847) 416-0921
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $250
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
Dr. Africa L Rainey
Counselor, MA, LCPC, EdD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (847) 416-0921
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180007376 Africa L Rainey
- In Practice for 19 years
- Attended Argosy University, Doctorate , Graduated 2013
Education and Years In Practice
Dr. Africa L Rainey
Counselor, MA, LCPC, EdD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (847) 416-0921
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Racial Identity
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Cancer
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Coaching
- Mood Disorders
- Multicultural/Minorities
- Obesity
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Relationship Issues
- Sexual Abuse
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Dr. Africa L Rainey
Counselor, MA, LCPC, EdD
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (847) 416-0921
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Existential
- Feminist
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
Dr. Africa L Rainey
Counselor, MA, LCPC, EdD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (847) 416-0921