Carla Lybarger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
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I work with children, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. Many of my clients are dealing with anxiety, religious trauma, parenting struggles, or big life changes. Families often come to me unsure how to help their child or manage behaviors at home.
People come to me looking for clarity, relief, and practical ways to handle emotions and daily stress. I offer a supportive, structured space that uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and play therapy. Together, we work on building coping skills, understanding emotions, and making real, lasting changes that feel doable.
I offer a calm, supportive space where you can slow down and feel understood. My approach blends practical tools with genuine curiosity, helping you make sense of what’s weighing on you without pressure or judgment.
Whether through conversation or structured skills, I meet you where you are. Together, we’ll work toward helping you feel more connected to you
I work with individuals who have felt misunderstood, overlooked, or stuck in roles that no longer align. If life feels overwhelming, confusing, or like you’ve lost touch with yourself, you’re not alone. Together, we can create space for clarity, healing, and meaningful change. You don’t need perfect words. You don’t need to be “ready.” Just be present.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Carla Lybarger now - (618) 368-4214
Let's Connect (618) 368-4214

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mass
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Humana Medicare
- Medicare
- Oscar (Optum)
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- Oxford (Optum)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- United Healthcare (Optum)
Carla Lybarger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SSW
Email me or call with questions - (618) 368-4214
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.029589 Carla Price Lybarger
- License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker 149029589 / 2025
Additional Credentials
Carla Lybarger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SSW
Email me or call with questions - (618) 368-4214
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Caregivers
- Child
- School Issues
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Family Conflict
- First Responders
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Carla Lybarger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SSW
Email me or call with questions - (618) 368-4214
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
Religion
Christian
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Christian Counseling
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Sandplay
- Trauma Focused
Carla Lybarger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SSW
Email me or call with questions - (618) 368-4214
Location
Primary Location
This location is used for insurance purposes only.
Chicago, IL 60604
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Additional Location
101 W. Vandalia St.
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 368-4214Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Carla Lybarger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (618) 368-4214