
Ilene Kastel
Counselor, LCPC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60611
Let's Connect (872) 327-4384

You’ve built a full life—career, relationships, responsibilities. But lately, something deeper is stirring. You’re questioning what still feels aligned, what you’ve outgrown, and who you’re becoming. It’s not a breakdown; it’s a quiet awakening. You’re not lost—you’re in transition, and this space is here to help you move through it with clarity and self-trust. I work with thoughtful women in midlife who feel called to something more: ready to shift old patterns, release roles that no longer fit, reconnect with their intuition, redefine success, stop ignoring their needs in the name of responsibility, or break cycles of burnout.

With 20 years of experience, I bring a mix of clinical depth, practical strategies, and intuitive insight. My style is warm, honest, and collaborative—compassionate when you need support and direct when you need clarity. I blend evidence-based methods, nervous system work, values-based work, mind-body practices, energy psychology, and mindset work.
Many of my clients are reflective, growth-oriented people who’ve done a lot on their own, but know they’re ready for something deeper. Together, we create space to realign with your values, build emotional resilience, and make decisions that support both your inner peace and purposeful direction. If you’re craving a space to reset, grow, & realign, reach out
Call or Email Ilene Kastel now for a free 15 minute consultation - (872) 327-4384
Let's Connect (872) 327-4384

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Out of Network

Ilene Kastel
Counselor, LCPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 327-4384
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180.007705 Ilene Kastel
- In Practice for 18 years
- Attended Illinois School of Professional Psychology, Master's in Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2007
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Breakups, Grief, Identity and Life Purpose
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Entrepreneurs, Executives & Business Owners
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
Endorsement
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Energy Psychology
- Existential
- Family Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Positive Psychology
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Additional Location
San Diego, CA 92107
(872) 327-4384