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Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
386 North York Street Elmhurst, IL 60126
I love working with clients who are ready to understand themselves more deeply and make real change in their lives. Many of the people I work with are juggling a lot—careers, relationships, parenting, burnout, big life transitions, or the pressure of trying to hold everything together. They are often self-aware and insightful, but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. They are not looking for surface-level advice or a quick fix—they want support that helps them feel more grounded, break old patterns, and build healthier ways of coping, communicating, and moving through life.
My approach is warm and relaxed yet professional, grounded in evidence-based therapies like Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Internal Family Systems - (IFS parts work). I enjoy implementing useable, everyday techniques driven by our collaborative goals.
With over fourteen years of experience in crisis, group, individual, and hospital settings, I bring a deep understanding of how to support clients through challenging times. I've also worked alongside local physicians, providing triage, crisis management, and behavioral health coordination.
Call or Lauren Day now for a free 15 minute consultation - (630) 454-9293

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

386 North York Street

Elmhurst, IL 60126 map

(630) 454-9293

Chicago, IL 60614

Virtual therapy across Illinois, with an office in the western suburbs of Elmhurst. I'm available most weekdays and limited evenings.
I specialize in Stress, Anxiety and Life Coaching 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (630) 454-9293
Photo of Lauren Day, Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

386 North York Street

Elmhurst, IL 60126 map

(630) 454-9293

Chicago, IL 60614

Virtual therapy across Illinois, with an office in the western suburbs of Elmhurst. I'm available most weekdays and limited evenings.
I specialize in Stress, Anxiety and Life Coaching 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Out of Network
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I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) PPO, and self pay (FSA/HSA eligible).
Photo of Lauren Day, Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Lauren Day
Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (630) 454-9293
"
I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) PPO, and self pay (FSA/HSA eligible).
Photo of Lauren Day, Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Lauren Day
Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (630) 454-9293

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180013096 Lauren Day
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 14 years
  • Attended National Louis University, Masters in Counseling
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Illinois State Board of Education - Professional Educator License - School Counselor 1881402 / 2012
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I hold the highest clinical credentials as a counselor and bring over 14 years of experience supporting individuals and families through individual, group, and crisis services.
Photo of Lauren Day, Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Lauren Day
Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (630) 454-9293
"
I hold the highest clinical credentials as a counselor and bring over 14 years of experience supporting individuals and families through individual, group, and crisis services.
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Lauren Day
Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (630) 454-9293

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Stress
  • Anxiety
  • Life Coaching

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adjustment/life event stressors
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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In the first few sessions, we gather information, talk about goals, and work to create a personalized plan using evidence-based strategies. Clients often report feeling more in control of their emotions, communicating better, and understanding unhelpful thinking patterns. It's common to begin seeing improvements in symptoms after 6-8 sessions.
Photo of Lauren Day, Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Lauren Day
Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (630) 454-9293
"
In the first few sessions, we gather information, talk about goals, and work to create a personalized plan using evidence-based strategies. Clients often report feeling more in control of their emotions, communicating better, and understanding unhelpful thinking patterns. It's common to begin seeing improvements in symptoms after 6-8 sessions.
Photo of Lauren Day, Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Lauren Day
Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (630) 454-9293

Endorsement

Rachel Lantagne
Rachel Lantagne
Licensed Professional CounselorLCPC
Lauren is professional, informed and highly qualified. She is a go-to referral for me and I deeply trust her clinical skills.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a strength-based, supportive approach that helps clients build on what is already working while learning to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity and resilience. I offer a warm, confidential, judgment-free space to reflect, heal, and grow. Therapy can feel vulnerable at first, but stepping through that discomfort often leads to meaningful, lasting change.
Photo of Lauren Day, Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Lauren Day
Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (630) 454-9293
"
I use a strength-based, supportive approach that helps clients build on what is already working while learning to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity and resilience. I offer a warm, confidential, judgment-free space to reflect, heal, and grow. Therapy can feel vulnerable at first, but stepping through that discomfort often leads to meaningful, lasting change.
Photo of Lauren Day, Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Lauren Day
Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (630) 454-9293

Location

Primary Location

386 North York Street

Elmhurst, IL 60126

(630) 454-9293

Additional Location

Chicago, IL 60614

(630) 454-9293
"
Virtual therapy across Illinois, with an office in the western suburbs of Elmhurst. I'm available most weekdays and limited evenings.
Photo of Lauren Day, Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Lauren Day
Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Call for a free consultation now - (630) 454-9293
"
Virtual therapy across Illinois, with an office in the western suburbs of Elmhurst. I'm available most weekdays and limited evenings.
Photo of Lauren Day, Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Lauren Day
Counselor, MS, LCPC, PEL-SC
Call for a free consultation now - (630) 454-9293