Carolyn Cruse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
206 North Randolph Street, Suite 412, Champaign, IL 61820
Let's Connect (217) 207-2902
I specialize in helping adults who want to explore the impact of trauma and/or improve their relationships with themselves. My goal is to help develop a deeper understanding of the root causes of client issues in addition to addressing current symptoms. I work collaboratively with clients to explore and understand their experiences, to utilize their innate strengths, and to build relationships with themselves that are rooted in self-compassion. I believe strongly that the quality and fit of the therapy relationship is what allows for the greatest positive change for clients, especially when they have experienced relational trauma.
Trauma, whether an acute experience or the chronic trauma that can exist within oppressive systems, often disconnects people from their intuition and their sense of self. My goal is to help clients reconnect with their own wisdom and to cultivate lives and relationships that are fulfilling and joyful.
I use a relational approach to therapy that is built on warmth, humor, and flexibility, tailoring sessions to each individual client and their identified needs. I use a Health at Every Size lens in my work with body image issues and disordered eating, and I celebrate LGBTQIA+ identities. I hope to create a space that promotes authenticity and growth.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Carolyn Cruse now - (217) 207-2902
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $185
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Health Alliance
- UIUC Student Insurance
- Out of Network
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Carolyn Cruse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.021078 Carolyn Cruse
- Membership with Association for Size Diversity and Health
- Attended University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Graduated 2016
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (217) 207-2902
Carolyn Cruse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Sexual Abuse
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Codependency
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Transgender
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (217) 207-2902
Carolyn Cruse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Culturally Sensitive
- Feminist
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Relational
- Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (217) 207-2902
Carolyn Cruse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Location
Nearby Areas
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Carolyn Cruse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW