Female Therapists in Urbana, IL
Jeana Roth
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MO, LCPC-IL, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Urbana, IL 61802 (Online Only)
Have you been hurt by a past church or religious experience? Has it knocked you off balance and led you to doubt your relationships with other people, with God, or even within yourself? If so, you are not alone. Most of us at some point have walked through various degrees of Spiritual Abuse ranging from mild, disorienting misuse of power to full-blown cult experiences. These toxic systems and Spiritual Abuse don't have to have the last word. There is hope for healing, integration, and attachment repair.
Have you been hurt by a past church or religious experience? Has it knocked you off balance and led you to doubt your relationships with other people, with God, or even within yourself? If so, you are not alone. Most of us at some point have walked through various degrees of Spiritual Abuse ranging from mild, disorienting misuse of power to full-blown cult experiences. These toxic systems and Spiritual Abuse don't have to have the last word. There is hope for healing, integration, and attachment repair.
Wanda Ortiz-Hernandez is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Appalachia State University. She provides Holistic Approach to adolescents, adults, and couples, and is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Wanda Ortiz-Hernandez is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Appalachia State University. She provides Holistic Approach to adolescents, adults, and couples, and is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Have you been hurt by a past church or religious experience? Has it knocked you off balance and led you to doubt your relationships with other people, with God, or even within yourself? If so, you are not alone. Most of us at some point have walked through various degrees of Spiritual Abuse ranging from mild, disorienting misuse of power to full-blown cult experiences. These toxic systems and Spiritual Abuse don't have to have the last word. There is hope for healing, integration, and attachment repair.
Have you been hurt by a past church or religious experience? Has it knocked you off balance and led you to doubt your relationships with other people, with God, or even within yourself? If so, you are not alone. Most of us at some point have walked through various degrees of Spiritual Abuse ranging from mild, disorienting misuse of power to full-blown cult experiences. These toxic systems and Spiritual Abuse don't have to have the last word. There is hope for healing, integration, and attachment repair.
As a therapist, I’ve discovered that true empowerment comes from realizing that we hold the reins of our own lives. My passion lies in guiding clients to recognize their strength and autonomy, helping them embrace their authentic selves without judgment or skepticism. A key aspect to this journey is the practice of self-acceptance and forgiveness. Just as we extend compassion to others, it’s crucial to extend that same kindness and understanding to ourselves. My commitment is to provide a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to take charge of your own growth and healing.
As a therapist, I’ve discovered that true empowerment comes from realizing that we hold the reins of our own lives. My passion lies in guiding clients to recognize their strength and autonomy, helping them embrace their authentic selves without judgment or skepticism. A key aspect to this journey is the practice of self-acceptance and forgiveness. Just as we extend compassion to others, it’s crucial to extend that same kindness and understanding to ourselves. My commitment is to provide a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to take charge of your own growth and healing.
As a counselor, I have good days and bad days. I understand how it feels to go through turmoil, to see the light at the end of the tunnel, and experience the rainbow after a storm. Experiencing my personal traumas and personal victories has strengthened me to be an authentic and an empathetic counselor.I have learned that caring for myself is vital to my overall well-being. By caring for myself this ensures everyone in my life, including myself, receives the best version of me. I will not expect you to do anything I am not willing to do, and this includes being vulnerable.
As a counselor, I have good days and bad days. I understand how it feels to go through turmoil, to see the light at the end of the tunnel, and experience the rainbow after a storm. Experiencing my personal traumas and personal victories has strengthened me to be an authentic and an empathetic counselor.I have learned that caring for myself is vital to my overall well-being. By caring for myself this ensures everyone in my life, including myself, receives the best version of me. I will not expect you to do anything I am not willing to do, and this includes being vulnerable.
Hi! My name is Kelsey - my goal is to create a safe & collaborative environment for healing - where you can feel seen, heard & felt. I practice being non-judgmental where you can feel comfortable to be yourself (& I can be myself too). I believe that as a therapist, a big part of our job is to continue on our own self-discovery journey. (This is super important to me!). I believe you are the expert on yourself. I do not have all the answers (really no one does) but I hope that we can work as a team together to figure it out.
Hi! My name is Kelsey - my goal is to create a safe & collaborative environment for healing - where you can feel seen, heard & felt. I practice being non-judgmental where you can feel comfortable to be yourself (& I can be myself too). I believe that as a therapist, a big part of our job is to continue on our own self-discovery journey. (This is super important to me!). I believe you are the expert on yourself. I do not have all the answers (really no one does) but I hope that we can work as a team together to figure it out.
*Specializes in teletherapy* Shanelle is a mental health therapist, trainer, author, and life coach. Having experienced a multitude of obstacles, Shanelle decided at a young age to spend her life's purpose learning to heal and helping others to heal. Shanelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing mental health counseling since 2016. Shanelle enjoys family, painting, gardening, and self-development. Shanelle's ideal client is a person in the Action phase of change, and a person who is willing to try new skills inside and outside of sessions.
*Specializes in teletherapy* Shanelle is a mental health therapist, trainer, author, and life coach. Having experienced a multitude of obstacles, Shanelle decided at a young age to spend her life's purpose learning to heal and helping others to heal. Shanelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing mental health counseling since 2016. Shanelle enjoys family, painting, gardening, and self-development. Shanelle's ideal client is a person in the Action phase of change, and a person who is willing to try new skills inside and outside of sessions.
Maliya Kishora Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CKYT200
Verified Verified
Urbana, IL 61802 (Online Only)
Hey Hey Hey! My name is Maliya Smith and I am a master’s level licensed mental health clinician with over 7 years of experience. However, I have been intuitively counseling and working as a healer my whole life. I have worked with various populations in multiple settings from working as a domestic violence counselor, with college, high school and middle school aged students, with families, couples and toddlers.
Hey Hey Hey! My name is Maliya Smith and I am a master’s level licensed mental health clinician with over 7 years of experience. However, I have been intuitively counseling and working as a healer my whole life. I have worked with various populations in multiple settings from working as a domestic violence counselor, with college, high school and middle school aged students, with families, couples and toddlers.
I have experience working as a therapist, life coach, business coach, and/or career coach. I can help with stress management, anxiety management, relationship & communication skills, and disability disclosure and/or accommodations. I understand the complexity of intersecting identities that many of us have (i.e. race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ability status) and take a strengths based approach to your needs and your experience. I see my role as your partner and coach to support you through difficult times, complex situations while giving you skills and tools to further your growth as a productive member of society.
I have experience working as a therapist, life coach, business coach, and/or career coach. I can help with stress management, anxiety management, relationship & communication skills, and disability disclosure and/or accommodations. I understand the complexity of intersecting identities that many of us have (i.e. race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ability status) and take a strengths based approach to your needs and your experience. I see my role as your partner and coach to support you through difficult times, complex situations while giving you skills and tools to further your growth as a productive member of society.
Sara Whalen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Urbana, IL 61801
I specialize in helping individuals soothe pain, anxiety, and stress as a residual from chronic illness or injury. Those diagnosed with chronic illness / chronic pain often have anxiety and depression surrounding their illness. This can contribute to sleepless nights, shameful feelings, self-blame, fear of social situations, isolation, and anger. Within our partnership we will create a new awareness and understanding of the impact your illness has had on your quality of life and how this has created your current internal narrative.
I specialize in helping individuals soothe pain, anxiety, and stress as a residual from chronic illness or injury. Those diagnosed with chronic illness / chronic pain often have anxiety and depression surrounding their illness. This can contribute to sleepless nights, shameful feelings, self-blame, fear of social situations, isolation, and anger. Within our partnership we will create a new awareness and understanding of the impact your illness has had on your quality of life and how this has created your current internal narrative.
Welcome! I am a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addictions Counselor with over 17 years of experience. Currently, my main focus is providing therapy to young adults and adults, for a wide range of concerns including, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, anger, domestic violence, and parenting. My role as a therapist is to understand you as an individual, listen, provide a non-judgmental safe space, guide, advocate, advice, and educate those in need as they find their voices and healthier lifestyles, meeting them where they are at – believing that clients are the experts of their lives.
Welcome! I am a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addictions Counselor with over 17 years of experience. Currently, my main focus is providing therapy to young adults and adults, for a wide range of concerns including, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, anger, domestic violence, and parenting. My role as a therapist is to understand you as an individual, listen, provide a non-judgmental safe space, guide, advocate, advice, and educate those in need as they find their voices and healthier lifestyles, meeting them where they are at – believing that clients are the experts of their lives.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Urbana, IL 61802 (Online Only)
I know that taking the step to begin therapy can be really hard, because... feelings. We have them, whether we want to or not. Understanding our thoughts and behaviors can also be hard. And making changes to improve our lives may be the hardest of all. My job is to acknowledge that this is hard, and to validate your feelings, whatever they are. I will sit in those feelings with you. I will also get to know you and your story, the people and things that are important to you, and help you set goals around what you want to focus on (such as learning skills, moving through difficult experiences, or utilizing therapeutic techniques).
I know that taking the step to begin therapy can be really hard, because... feelings. We have them, whether we want to or not. Understanding our thoughts and behaviors can also be hard. And making changes to improve our lives may be the hardest of all. My job is to acknowledge that this is hard, and to validate your feelings, whatever they are. I will sit in those feelings with you. I will also get to know you and your story, the people and things that are important to you, and help you set goals around what you want to focus on (such as learning skills, moving through difficult experiences, or utilizing therapeutic techniques).
Jasmine Conyers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Urbana, IL 61802
I applaud you for taking a leap of faith, looking for a therapist who sees and appreciates you at your most vulnerable and potentially most confused state of mind. Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task when you're searching for a connection beyond just treatment modalities and licenses. I understand it's more than just qualifications. My approach to healing is deeply personal; I meet you where you are and tailor my skills and treatments to help you move in the direction you desire. My own experiences have shaped me as I’ve worked through my own trauma and barriers in life, healing myself while helping others heal.
I applaud you for taking a leap of faith, looking for a therapist who sees and appreciates you at your most vulnerable and potentially most confused state of mind. Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task when you're searching for a connection beyond just treatment modalities and licenses. I understand it's more than just qualifications. My approach to healing is deeply personal; I meet you where you are and tailor my skills and treatments to help you move in the direction you desire. My own experiences have shaped me as I’ve worked through my own trauma and barriers in life, healing myself while helping others heal.
Have you come to a place in life where everything feels completely wrong, somewhere between longing and not belonging? Throughout my 20 years in the field of clinical social work, I have learned that healing is not a linear path, and there is no “one size fits all” approach. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD management, shame resilience, negative self talk, family of origin, perfectionism, grief, interpersonal relationship, acculturation, identity development and trauma. I have a special interest in working with multicultural college students, university faculty, and their families.
Have you come to a place in life where everything feels completely wrong, somewhere between longing and not belonging? Throughout my 20 years in the field of clinical social work, I have learned that healing is not a linear path, and there is no “one size fits all” approach. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD management, shame resilience, negative self talk, family of origin, perfectionism, grief, interpersonal relationship, acculturation, identity development and trauma. I have a special interest in working with multicultural college students, university faculty, and their families.
With a passion for holistic healing, my journey has led me to specialize in supporting individuals grappling with chronic illness and chronic pain with anxiety or depressive symptoms. I am on a mission to bridge the gap between the mind and body, empowering others to thrive in their holistic well-being.
With a passion for holistic healing, my journey has led me to specialize in supporting individuals grappling with chronic illness and chronic pain with anxiety or depressive symptoms. I am on a mission to bridge the gap between the mind and body, empowering others to thrive in their holistic well-being.
In our fast-paced world it’s easy to lose track of who we are, what we need, and where we’re headed. It can be difficult to cultivate community or to break out of unfulfilling routines, and life transitions can throw us off center. I value creating a safe, supportive space for you to slow down, express yourself authentically, and connect with your true self so that you can live your fullest, most vibrant life. I enjoy supporting individuals in adopting a lens of curiosity and self-compassion, building self-esteem, developing resilience in later life and navigating life transitions.
In our fast-paced world it’s easy to lose track of who we are, what we need, and where we’re headed. It can be difficult to cultivate community or to break out of unfulfilling routines, and life transitions can throw us off center. I value creating a safe, supportive space for you to slow down, express yourself authentically, and connect with your true self so that you can live your fullest, most vibrant life. I enjoy supporting individuals in adopting a lens of curiosity and self-compassion, building self-esteem, developing resilience in later life and navigating life transitions.
Kawanna Brooks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Urbana, IL 61802
As a therapist, I understand the significance of feeling safe, heard, and validated. I strive to provide an environment that is not only safe but culturally affirming, non judgemental, supportive, and accountable. I utilize laughter and humor as a big part of my approach in session. Pain, sadness, grief, stress, etc are carried throughout our day to day - and honestly, it’s exhausting. My primary goal is to meet you where you are and join you on your journey in healing to harvest joy, improve your mood, develop relationships, and embrace self-love.
As a therapist, I understand the significance of feeling safe, heard, and validated. I strive to provide an environment that is not only safe but culturally affirming, non judgemental, supportive, and accountable. I utilize laughter and humor as a big part of my approach in session. Pain, sadness, grief, stress, etc are carried throughout our day to day - and honestly, it’s exhausting. My primary goal is to meet you where you are and join you on your journey in healing to harvest joy, improve your mood, develop relationships, and embrace self-love.
Lisa Haake
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, RYT-500
Verified Verified
Urbana, IL 61801
Waitlist for new clients
It's hard to make changes and it helps to have someone experienced in that process to guide and support you. Optimal healing and growth involve all the parts of the self -- body, mind and spirit. With over 20 years of experience, I offer holistic psychotherapy grounded in the principles established by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, nutritional and integrative medicine for mental health, and yoga therapy for individuals, couples and small groups. Whether you utilize one, some, or all of these approaches, they are designed to help you on your path to vitality, spaciousness and wholeness.
It's hard to make changes and it helps to have someone experienced in that process to guide and support you. Optimal healing and growth involve all the parts of the self -- body, mind and spirit. With over 20 years of experience, I offer holistic psychotherapy grounded in the principles established by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, nutritional and integrative medicine for mental health, and yoga therapy for individuals, couples and small groups. Whether you utilize one, some, or all of these approaches, they are designed to help you on your path to vitality, spaciousness and wholeness.
I enjoy working with a diverse population, in terms of age, gender,race,culture,and sexual orientation. I have been practicing for almost 40 years and use a strength-based interactive approach. I consider myself a generalist, but my specialties include working with trauma, eating disorders, couple and family relationships, and LGBT issues. My clients appreciate my directness and my sense of humor.
I enjoy working with a diverse population, in terms of age, gender,race,culture,and sexual orientation. I have been practicing for almost 40 years and use a strength-based interactive approach. I consider myself a generalist, but my specialties include working with trauma, eating disorders, couple and family relationships, and LGBT issues. My clients appreciate my directness and my sense of humor.
Angie Patton has a Master of Science degree in Community Counseling, and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Her expertise extends to addictions (food, drugs, alcohol, etc.) and codependency/family issue around addictions. Angie can work with all presenting issues for couples, individuals and families. She provides assessments for substance abuse and anger issues and is an expert public speaker.
Angie Patton has a Master of Science degree in Community Counseling, and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Her expertise extends to addictions (food, drugs, alcohol, etc.) and codependency/family issue around addictions. Angie can work with all presenting issues for couples, individuals and families. She provides assessments for substance abuse and anger issues and is an expert public speaker.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.