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Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

Dakesa Pina

Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT (she, her)

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2 Endorsed
705 East Lincoln Street, Suite 116, Normal, IL 61761
Not accepting new clients
Let's Connect (309) 316-0987
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Are you a couple or individual navigating significant life transitions, relationship challenges, or personal crises? My clients usually struggle with issues such as communication problems, intimacy issues, emotional distance, and/or feeling stuck. Their needs revolve around finding clarity, developing healthier coping mechanisms, and rebuilding trust and intimacy. Ultimately, my clients want to achieve emotional well-being, stronger connections, and a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships.
As a Ph.D. Marriage and Family Therapist with 24 years of experience, I offer evidence-based therapy for individuals and couples. Specializing in pre-marital counseling, couples therapy, and female African diaspora mental health.
Feel free to call if you believe I will be a good fit. Please give us 48 hours to respond to your voicemail. I have appointments available in the evenings and on weekends.
Take the first step to help. Call Dakesa Pina now - (309) 316-0987

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

705 East Lincoln Street

Suite 116

Normal, IL 61761 map

(309) 316-0987

Bloomington, IL 61701

I offer in person and virtual therapy for couples. I offer virtual therapy for individual clients. I'm available most evenings and weekends.
I specialize in Family Conflict, Sex Therapy and Spirituality 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (309) 316-0987
Photo of Dakesa Pina, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

705 East Lincoln Street

Suite 116

Normal, IL 61761 map

(309) 316-0987

Bloomington, IL 61701

I offer in person and virtual therapy for couples. I offer virtual therapy for individual clients. I'm available most evenings and weekends.
I specialize in Family Conflict, Sex Therapy and Spirituality 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (309) 316-0987
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Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (309) 316-0987

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 166.000739 Dakesa Pina
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 22 years
  • Attended Texas Tech University , Graduated 2006
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Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. - (309) 316-0987
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Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. - (309) 316-0987

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Family Conflict
  • Sex Therapy
  • Spirituality

Expertise

  • Career Counseling
  • Divorce
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
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Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? - (309) 316-0987
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Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? - (309) 316-0987

2 Endorsements

Tyra Steverson
Tyra Steverson
CounselorLCPC
This therapist has a remarkable gift for helping couples move from disconnection to deeper understanding. They skillfully guide partners through conflict, communication blocks, and emotional injuries with empathy!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Person-Centered
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
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Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. - (309) 316-0987
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Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. - (309) 316-0987

Location

Primary Location

705 East Lincoln Street

Suite 116

Normal, IL 61761

(309) 316-0987

Additional Location

Bloomington, IL 61701

(309) 316-0987

Nearby Areas

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I offer in person and virtual therapy for couples. I offer virtual therapy for individual clients. I'm available most evenings and weekends.
Photo of Dakesa Pina, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (309) 316-0987
"
I offer in person and virtual therapy for couples. I offer virtual therapy for individual clients. I'm available most evenings and weekends.
Photo of Dakesa Pina, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Dakesa Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (309) 316-0987