Christina
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
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I work with teens, young adults, and adults who feel overwhelmed, unsure of how to name what they're feeling, or pressured by school, family, identity questions, or internal expectations. They may be navigating anxiety, mood shifts, emotional regulation, neurodivergence, trauma, family tension, or relationship stress. Many want greater self-understanding, emotional steadiness, and confidence as they move through transitions and define who they are.
I provide a warm, steady, and affirming space for teens and young adults navigating anxiety, mood changes, identity development, neurodivergence, trauma, and family stress. My approach blends insight, empathy, CBT/DBT skills, trauma-informed care, and neuroscience to help clients understand their experiences and build emotional confidence.
If therapy feels intimidating or you're not sure where the start, you're not alone. You don't need the right words or a clear plan, just a willingness to show up as you are. I believe healing happens through connection, curiosity, and feeling truly seen. When you're ready, I'd be honored to support you and help you make sense of what's been weighing on you.
Call or Email Christina Lis now for a free 15 minute consultation - (630) 593-7156
Let's Connect (630) 593-7156

Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- First Health
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Medicare
- TRICARE
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Christina Lis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Valerie Perez (Illinois / 071009045) Christina Lis
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended Roosevelt University, MA - Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2025
- Certificate from BACB RBT-25-424959 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Christina Lis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (630) 593-7156
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- ADHD
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Coping Skills
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Teen Violence
- Women's Issues
Christina Lis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (630) 593-7156
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
Christina Lis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (630) 593-7156