Therapists Beginning With V in Illinois
For over 15 years of providing therapy, Christine enjoys helping individuals recover from issues concerning self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, trauma, codependency, adjustments to motherhood, life transitions, self-identity, and relationship dynamics. She also enjoys teaching clients successful tools to help conquer difficult life challenges and gain a sense of empowerment. Additionally, she is fully trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which helps to process trauma and unresolved emotions.
For over 15 years of providing therapy, Christine enjoys helping individuals recover from issues concerning self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, trauma, codependency, adjustments to motherhood, life transitions, self-identity, and relationship dynamics. She also enjoys teaching clients successful tools to help conquer difficult life challenges and gain a sense of empowerment. Additionally, she is fully trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which helps to process trauma and unresolved emotions.
I am a neurodivergent affirming BIPOC therapist at The Depth Collective, a multicultural, sex-positive, LGBTQIA+, kink, polyamory, gender, and neurodiversity centered practice that addresses the trauma from systemic oppression and identity-based marginalization.
I am a neurodivergent affirming BIPOC therapist at The Depth Collective, a multicultural, sex-positive, LGBTQIA+, kink, polyamory, gender, and neurodiversity centered practice that addresses the trauma from systemic oppression and identity-based marginalization.
Heather Vagle
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Not accepting new clients
There is something transformative about telling your story aloud and knowing that you’ve truly been heard. Sharing your story unburdens you. Therapy is a space where you get to experience that. It’s a place where you can be yourself without fear of judgment, unpack your baggage, and experience meaningful life changes.
There is something transformative about telling your story aloud and knowing that you’ve truly been heard. Sharing your story unburdens you. Therapy is a space where you get to experience that. It’s a place where you can be yourself without fear of judgment, unpack your baggage, and experience meaningful life changes.
Anne Vahle- Online Illinois Therapist
Counselor, MSEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Quincy, IL 62301
There you are, feeling like a total mess under the surface while others think you've got it all together. Maybe you can't shake those negative thoughts. Maybe you've been crying more than usual, or maybe you've been quick to anger. It's exhausting, right? Oh, and your relationships are way more complicated than you'd like to let on. At times you seem to be teetering on the edge and lately you're feeling like everything could come crashing down at any minute. To top it off, you aren't sleeping well which only makes things worse. I know. And I'm sorry. In therapy you can start to leave the stress behind for a fresh start.
There you are, feeling like a total mess under the surface while others think you've got it all together. Maybe you can't shake those negative thoughts. Maybe you've been crying more than usual, or maybe you've been quick to anger. It's exhausting, right? Oh, and your relationships are way more complicated than you'd like to let on. At times you seem to be teetering on the edge and lately you're feeling like everything could come crashing down at any minute. To top it off, you aren't sleeping well which only makes things worse. I know. And I'm sorry. In therapy you can start to leave the stress behind for a fresh start.
I am dedicated to creating a safe, compassionate, and supportive environment where clients can explore their inner worlds and navigate complex emotional landscapes. With specialized training in trauma recovery, I help individuals unpack past experiences and their impact on current patterns, fostering healing and resilience. Through a relational and insight-oriented approach, I work collaboratively with clients to deepen self-awareness, break unhelpful cycles, and cultivate a sense of agency in their lives.
I am dedicated to creating a safe, compassionate, and supportive environment where clients can explore their inner worlds and navigate complex emotional landscapes. With specialized training in trauma recovery, I help individuals unpack past experiences and their impact on current patterns, fostering healing and resilience. Through a relational and insight-oriented approach, I work collaboratively with clients to deepen self-awareness, break unhelpful cycles, and cultivate a sense of agency in their lives.
I believe in everyone's uniqueness, authenticity, resiliency, and strength. I will guide you through the process of self-discovery, self-growth, self-love, and clarity. I assist individuals in setting personal goals and visions and working toward desired results and healthy life. Also, I work with couples who may need some guidance and support while navigating their relationships. My goal is for these couples to leave therapy feeling more connected and secure in their relationships. When working with families, I look at the family as a whole, and address transitions, divorce, trauma, grief, and marital/financial problem.
I believe in everyone's uniqueness, authenticity, resiliency, and strength. I will guide you through the process of self-discovery, self-growth, self-love, and clarity. I assist individuals in setting personal goals and visions and working toward desired results and healthy life. Also, I work with couples who may need some guidance and support while navigating their relationships. My goal is for these couples to leave therapy feeling more connected and secure in their relationships. When working with families, I look at the family as a whole, and address transitions, divorce, trauma, grief, and marital/financial problem.
Sometimes, we feel something is stopping us from being the person we know ourselves to be. In individual therapy, it is my hope to help you identify those obstacles and work with you to achieve your goals. My approach to therapy is to prioritize cultural humility and empathy as we explore how your lived experiences shape your beliefs about yourself and the world. I will ask questions to spark new perspectives and gently offer my insight without judgment. Most importantly,
Sometimes, we feel something is stopping us from being the person we know ourselves to be. In individual therapy, it is my hope to help you identify those obstacles and work with you to achieve your goals. My approach to therapy is to prioritize cultural humility and empathy as we explore how your lived experiences shape your beliefs about yourself and the world. I will ask questions to spark new perspectives and gently offer my insight without judgment. Most importantly,
My ideal client is someone experiencing depression, anxiety, or self-esteem issues, often linked to life transitions, sexuality and gender identity, work or school challenges, relationships, or family dynamics. They need a safe and supportive space to explore these challenges and seek guidance on how to navigate them. Their goals are to understand and manage their symptoms, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and improve their overall mental and emotional well-being. They want to regain control over their lives and feel empowered to make positive changes because they believe in their capacity for growth and healing.
My ideal client is someone experiencing depression, anxiety, or self-esteem issues, often linked to life transitions, sexuality and gender identity, work or school challenges, relationships, or family dynamics. They need a safe and supportive space to explore these challenges and seek guidance on how to navigate them. Their goals are to understand and manage their symptoms, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and improve their overall mental and emotional well-being. They want to regain control over their lives and feel empowered to make positive changes because they believe in their capacity for growth and healing.
Cristina Valencia
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Making the decision to enter therapy can be frightening and may weigh heavily on us yet it can make all the difference when we feel stuck, conflicted, or alone. If you have something in mind that you would like to see change, we can work collaboratively to address emotional barriers, past experiences, stressors, or relationship patterns that may be exacerbating your concern. I believe that a safe, warm, validating, culturally competent, and empathic therapeutic relationship is the foundation for change.
Making the decision to enter therapy can be frightening and may weigh heavily on us yet it can make all the difference when we feel stuck, conflicted, or alone. If you have something in mind that you would like to see change, we can work collaboratively to address emotional barriers, past experiences, stressors, or relationship patterns that may be exacerbating your concern. I believe that a safe, warm, validating, culturally competent, and empathic therapeutic relationship is the foundation for change.
Jose Valencia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC, PEL
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone needs someone to talk to and people seek therapy because they want something to be different in their lives. They may want to change a personal situation, solve a particular problem, or simply bring a healthier balance to their lives. They are open to new ways of thinking, relating to themselves/others and making adjustments in their daily lives and interactions. They understand that growth takes time, effort, and belief that they can create the changes they want.
Everyone needs someone to talk to and people seek therapy because they want something to be different in their lives. They may want to change a personal situation, solve a particular problem, or simply bring a healthier balance to their lives. They are open to new ways of thinking, relating to themselves/others and making adjustments in their daily lives and interactions. They understand that growth takes time, effort, and belief that they can create the changes they want.
I specialize in individual therapy for depression, anxiety, stress related to family and relationships dynamics, eating disorders, and trauma-related stressors. Engaging in a therapeutic process requires vulnerability and courage; I admire and respect you for making the decision of going through the journey to your inner world.
I specialize in individual therapy for depression, anxiety, stress related to family and relationships dynamics, eating disorders, and trauma-related stressors. Engaging in a therapeutic process requires vulnerability and courage; I admire and respect you for making the decision of going through the journey to your inner world.
Life does not slow down when we need it to. You may feel scattered, unworthy, or uncertain. You have lost something or someone—or you live in fear of it happening. Pressure is building and coming at you from all directions, even yourself, and you can’t manage it all. Whatever challenge or chapter in life you are facing, you do not have to tackle it alone. This is your time to choose to slow down, to pause for yourself and what matters most to you. I can help you do that.
Life does not slow down when we need it to. You may feel scattered, unworthy, or uncertain. You have lost something or someone—or you live in fear of it happening. Pressure is building and coming at you from all directions, even yourself, and you can’t manage it all. Whatever challenge or chapter in life you are facing, you do not have to tackle it alone. This is your time to choose to slow down, to pause for yourself and what matters most to you. I can help you do that.
Summer Valentine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
Here you are, caring for yourself by seeking out therapy. It takes strength and honesty to ask for help. It may be hard to always treat yourself like you love yourself because you may have thoughts that are telling you otherwise. Perhaps there are others in your life that don’t make you feel like you are lovable, valid, and worthy of care (which you are!). Or the weight of the oppressive forces of our society is becoming too heavy for you to hold your head up high on your own. Whatever brought you to your search, welcome.
Here you are, caring for yourself by seeking out therapy. It takes strength and honesty to ask for help. It may be hard to always treat yourself like you love yourself because you may have thoughts that are telling you otherwise. Perhaps there are others in your life that don’t make you feel like you are lovable, valid, and worthy of care (which you are!). Or the weight of the oppressive forces of our society is becoming too heavy for you to hold your head up high on your own. Whatever brought you to your search, welcome.
Tara Valentine
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
Waitlist for new clients
I want to start by saying I’m proud of you. It takes a lot of bravery to seek help. It may not feel that way, and your brain may be saying “yeah, but.....”. However, you cannot have bravery without being afraid. I enjoy working with clients from ages 8 and up. I am affirming of LGBTQIA+ identities. I am experienced in working with: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, gender identity, grief, adjustment disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, domestic abuse, and communication concerns. As a therapist, I can help you find routes to success, to growth, to healing. It’s okay to feel lost. You aren’t alone.
I want to start by saying I’m proud of you. It takes a lot of bravery to seek help. It may not feel that way, and your brain may be saying “yeah, but.....”. However, you cannot have bravery without being afraid. I enjoy working with clients from ages 8 and up. I am affirming of LGBTQIA+ identities. I am experienced in working with: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, gender identity, grief, adjustment disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, domestic abuse, and communication concerns. As a therapist, I can help you find routes to success, to growth, to healing. It’s okay to feel lost. You aren’t alone.
Summer Valentine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60640
IntraSpectrum Counseling is Chicago’s leading therapy practice dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community with in person & online sessions. We provide affirming, sex-positive and kink-friendly therapy for clients of all ages and across the spectrum of gender & sexual identities. To contact me: call, send an email or click the “website” button on the left.
IntraSpectrum Counseling is Chicago’s leading therapy practice dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community with in person & online sessions. We provide affirming, sex-positive and kink-friendly therapy for clients of all ages and across the spectrum of gender & sexual identities. To contact me: call, send an email or click the “website” button on the left.
It’s hard to feel magical and awesome when your sparkle is being dulled by a world that actively works against you. The therapeutic space should be a place where you can discover and embrace your sparkly, magical self. When you are empowered to be unapologetically yourself, you are able to practice prioritizing your physical and emotional needs. When your needs are well met, you are so much closer to doing and being everything you ever dreamed.
It’s hard to feel magical and awesome when your sparkle is being dulled by a world that actively works against you. The therapeutic space should be a place where you can discover and embrace your sparkly, magical self. When you are empowered to be unapologetically yourself, you are able to practice prioritizing your physical and emotional needs. When your needs are well met, you are so much closer to doing and being everything you ever dreamed.
I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress, and other anxiety related conditions. My approach emphasizes giving the client control over the process of approaching the things, situations, and experiences that they fear. The goals for many of my clients often include reevaluating the things, situations, and experience that they fear to reduce anxiety; to decrease and/or eliminate medications for managing anxiety; and to live a more fulfilling life.
I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress, and other anxiety related conditions. My approach emphasizes giving the client control over the process of approaching the things, situations, and experiences that they fear. The goals for many of my clients often include reevaluating the things, situations, and experience that they fear to reduce anxiety; to decrease and/or eliminate medications for managing anxiety; and to live a more fulfilling life.
Seeking counseling is a very intimidating excercise, often involving a fear of giving up control. For me, counseling is about you regaining control. My goal is for you to feel successful, to be who you desire to be, or to have the relationships you desire. I am very directive when necessary, always with the goal of respect, honor, dignity, education, guidance, and help. I provide adult, family and group services. Certified QuitSmart Smoking Cessation leader. Vivere Counseling, Live Your Life.
Seeking counseling is a very intimidating excercise, often involving a fear of giving up control. For me, counseling is about you regaining control. My goal is for you to feel successful, to be who you desire to be, or to have the relationships you desire. I am very directive when necessary, always with the goal of respect, honor, dignity, education, guidance, and help. I provide adult, family and group services. Certified QuitSmart Smoking Cessation leader. Vivere Counseling, Live Your Life.
Danielle Valentino
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, RN, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477
We all have the capacity within us to effect positive change in our lives, but sometimes we get “stuck” in vicious cycles. In these times we may need additional guidance and support in order to get through some of the things life has thrown our way. If you are here, it means you are at least considering making those changes. I utilize an integrative, harm-reduction approach which draws on the unique strengths of each individual as the key to narrating their own healing process. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients, but specialize in adult and young adult populations.
We all have the capacity within us to effect positive change in our lives, but sometimes we get “stuck” in vicious cycles. In these times we may need additional guidance and support in order to get through some of the things life has thrown our way. If you are here, it means you are at least considering making those changes. I utilize an integrative, harm-reduction approach which draws on the unique strengths of each individual as the key to narrating their own healing process. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients, but specialize in adult and young adult populations.
Larissa Valentino
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Deerfield, IL 60015
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, and OCD in adolescents and young adults. After establishing a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship, I work with clients to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, explore and connect with values, and change behaviors by building distress tolerance through approaching anxiety in a supported environment.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, and OCD in adolescents and young adults. After establishing a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship, I work with clients to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, explore and connect with values, and change behaviors by building distress tolerance through approaching anxiety in a supported environment.