Dr. J. Scott Nelson

Counselor, EdD, CCMHC, LCPC, CRADC (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

6845 Weaver Rd, Ste 100, Rockford, IL 61114

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Struggling from time to time with life's stresses is something we all have in common. I'm easy to talk to, practical, down to earth, and really good at what I do. I people just like you discover meaningful and lasting solutions to emotional, behavioral, and relational struggles. I'm here when you need someone to turn to for individual, family, or couples counseling. My areas of expertise include Emotional Struggles, Anxiety & Depression, Couples & Family, Improving Relationships and Communication, Life Transitions, Family of origin issues, Crisis/Trauma, Addictions, Co-dependency, Decision Making, and more.

I enjoy counseling adults, adolescents, and older children to enhance the quality of life, improve relationships, and achieve personal, family, and professional goals using a variety of effective methods. I am also EMDR trained (EMDRIA approved). EMAIL IS BEST WAY TO CONTACT ME.

I have over 18 years of experience helping people using EMDR and other approaches. Clients usually feel at ease right away. I'm easy to talk to, experienced, and good at what I do. I train other professionals as an Associate Professor of Counselor Education and am a former Teaching Associate at UIC Medical in Rockford.

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dr. J. Scott Nelson now - (815) 916-9970

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Transformations Counseling PLLC

6845 Weaver Rd

Ste 100

Rockford, IL 61114 map

(815) 916-9970

Transformations Counseling

9 Crystal Lake Rd

Suite 150

Lake In The Hills, IL 60156 map

Online sessions and in person sessions. Evening and weekend available.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Relationship Issues

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

We offer online sessions and always have. Now- most insurance companies are now paying for virtual counseling. Book your session today

Let's Connect (815) 916-9970

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Transformations Counseling PLLC

6845 Weaver Rd

Ste 100

Rockford, IL 61114 map

(815) 916-9970

Transformations Counseling

9 Crystal Lake Rd

Suite 150

Lake In The Hills, IL 60156 map

Online sessions and in person sessions. Evening and weekend available.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Relationship Issues

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

We offer online sessions and always have. Now- most insurance companies are now paying for virtual counseling. Book your session today

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

Alliance
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
First Health
Humana
Mercy Physician HMO
MultiPlan
Optum
Quartz
TRICARE
Zelis Healthcare
Out of Network

We have a professional billing service that handles insurance so that we can focus on great client care.

Dr. J. Scott Nelson

Counselor, EdD, CCMHC, LCPC, CRADC

Email me or call with questions - (815) 916-9970

We have a professional billing service that handles insurance so that we can focus on great client care.

Dr. J. Scott Nelson

Counselor, EdD, CCMHC, LCPC, CRADC

Email me or call with questions - (815) 916-9970

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180-007240 J. Scott Nelson

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 21 years

Attended Northern Illinois University, Graduated 2013

Additional Credentials

Certificate from IC&RC Substance Abuse Professional / 2009

Certificate from CRADC- IAODAPCA 25596 / 2007

I have years of clinical experience and train other mental health professionals.

Dr. J. Scott Nelson

Counselor, EdD, CCMHC, LCPC, CRADC

Email me or call with questions - (815) 916-9970

I have years of clinical experience and train other mental health professionals.

Dr. J. Scott Nelson

Counselor, EdD, CCMHC, LCPC, CRADC

Email me or call with questions - (815) 916-9970

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Relationship Issues

Expertise

Behavioral Issues
Bisexual
Chronic Impulsivity
Chronic Pain
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Dissociative Disorders (DID)
Dual Diagnosis
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Impulse Control Disorders
Infidelity
Internet Addiction
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Personality Disorders
Police, Firefighters, Military, & First Responders
Poly Families
Sexual Abuse
Sexual Addiction
Spirituality
Suicidal Ideation
Thinking Disorders
Veterans

I am best known for being able to treat severe trauma including PTSD, childhood abuse, and helping people recover from abusive relationships. I usually use a combination of EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS) approaches to get results as quickly and painlessly as possible.

Dr. J. Scott Nelson

Counselor, EdD, CCMHC, LCPC, CRADC

Email me or call with questions - (815) 916-9970

Dr. J. Scott Nelson

Counselor, EdD, CCMHC, LCPC, CRADC

Email me or call with questions - (815) 916-9970

3 Endorsements

Transformations Counseling PLLC

Counselor, EdD, NCC, LCPC, CRADC

Loan Nguyen Korolczuk

Counselor, LCPC

Jodie Martin

Pre-Licensed Professional

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Bradshaw's Model of Inner Child Work
Christian Counseling
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Existential
Exposure therapy
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Gottman Method
Integrative
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Relational
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I use whatever approach is shown to be most effective for the client's goals. However, my favorite therapies are Eye Movement Desensitization Processing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS).

Dr. J. Scott Nelson

Counselor, EdD, CCMHC, LCPC, CRADC

Email me or call with questions - (815) 916-9970

I use whatever approach is shown to be most effective for the client's goals. However, my favorite therapies are Eye Movement Desensitization Processing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS).

Dr. J. Scott Nelson

Counselor, EdD, CCMHC, LCPC, CRADC

Email me or call with questions - (815) 916-9970

Location

Primary Location

Transformations Counseling PLLC

6845 Weaver Rd

Ste 100

Rockford, IL 61114

(815) 916-9970

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Transformations Counseling

9 Crystal Lake Rd

Suite 150

Lake In The Hills, IL 60156

(815) 916-9970

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Online sessions and in person sessions. Evening and weekend available.

Dr. J. Scott Nelson

Counselor, EdD, CCMHC, LCPC, CRADC

Take the first step to help. Call now - (815) 916-9970

Online sessions and in person sessions. Evening and weekend available.

Dr. J. Scott Nelson

Counselor, EdD, CCMHC, LCPC, CRADC

Take the first step to help. Call now - (815) 916-9970