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April Wazny
Counselor, MA, LCPC

April Wazny

Counselor, MA, LCPC

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495 North Riverside Drive, Suite 206, Gurnee, IL 60031
Let's Connect (224) 481-0884
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Winora's Hope Counseling offers a secure and supportive environment for you to explore your authentic self, regardless of your current stage in life's journey. Many individuals find that the process of healing from trauma and managing life's challenges is most effective when guided by a trained professional. I consider it an honor to assist my clients on this path, providing them with the resources necessary to foster healing and personal growth.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I believe in supporting parents and children/adolescents as they develop the skills needed to facilitate healthy communication, improve relationships, and enhance overall family functioning.
If you're finding things tough and feel you need support to begin improving your mental well-being, I'm here to help. I would be glad to talk with you today. Please know that your struggles are valid and that you are seen, heard, and cared for.
Take the first step to help. Call or April Wazny now - (224) 481-0884

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

495 North Riverside Drive

Suite 206

Gurnee, IL 60031 map

(224) 481-0884
I offer therapy sessions in-person or online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings. I am licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's Connect (224) 481-0884
Photo of April Wazny, Counselor, MA, LCPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

495 North Riverside Drive

Suite 206

Gurnee, IL 60031 map

(224) 481-0884
I offer therapy sessions in-person or online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings. I am licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Apple Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
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I am in-network for Blue Cross , but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable
Photo of April Wazny, Counselor, MA, LCPC
April Wazny
Counselor, MA, LCPC
or call with questions - (224) 481-0884
"
I am in-network for Blue Cross , but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable
Photo of April Wazny, Counselor, MA, LCPC
April Wazny
Counselor, MA, LCPC
or call with questions - (224) 481-0884

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180.016836 April Wazny
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Clinical Mental Health Counseling , Masters , Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Liberty University Bachelors Developmental Psychology / 2019
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I have over a decade of experience helping adults, teens and families. I also provide trauma-informed therapy.
Photo of April Wazny, Counselor, MA, LCPC
April Wazny
Counselor, MA, LCPC
or call with questions - (224) 481-0884
"
I have over a decade of experience helping adults, teens and families. I also provide trauma-informed therapy.
Photo of April Wazny, Counselor, MA, LCPC
April Wazny
Counselor, MA, LCPC
or call with questions - (224) 481-0884

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Caregivers
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Transitions
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in: Parenting, Blended Family Support, Generational Trauma, Divorce Support, Trauma Recovery, Military Families, Adolescent Behavior, Family Therapy
Photo of April Wazny, Counselor, MA, LCPC
April Wazny
Counselor, MA, LCPC
or call with questions - (224) 481-0884
"
I specialize in: Parenting, Blended Family Support, Generational Trauma, Divorce Support, Trauma Recovery, Military Families, Adolescent Behavior, Family Therapy
Photo of April Wazny, Counselor, MA, LCPC
April Wazny
Counselor, MA, LCPC
or call with questions - (224) 481-0884

Endorsement

Jennifer Martin Rieck
Jennifer Martin Rieck
CounselorMALCPCNCCCTMH
April is passionate about advocating for children and families and supporting them in making healthy changes. April is authentic and open and brings an unmatched passion to her therapeutic services.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
  • Art Therapy
  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Family / Marital
  • Integrative
  • Intervention
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Sandplay
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My theoretical approach is holistic in nature with the goal of meeting each individual client's needs. It may be a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Family Systems, and Spiritual treatment modalities. When working with children and adolescents, I often use play and art therapies as an alternative to traditional talk therapy.
Photo of April Wazny, Counselor, MA, LCPC
April Wazny
Counselor, MA, LCPC
or call with questions - (224) 481-0884
"
My theoretical approach is holistic in nature with the goal of meeting each individual client's needs. It may be a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Family Systems, and Spiritual treatment modalities. When working with children and adolescents, I often use play and art therapies as an alternative to traditional talk therapy.
Photo of April Wazny, Counselor, MA, LCPC
April Wazny
Counselor, MA, LCPC
or call with questions - (224) 481-0884

Location

Primary Location

495 North Riverside Drive

Suite 206

Gurnee, IL 60031

(224) 481-0884
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person or online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings. I am licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin.
Photo of April Wazny, Counselor, MA, LCPC
April Wazny
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (224) 481-0884
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person or online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings. I am licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin.
Photo of April Wazny, Counselor, MA, LCPC
April Wazny
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (224) 481-0884