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Melinda Vesely
Melinda Vesely
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
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Melinda Vesely

Counselor, LCPC, CADC

Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
408 W Main St, Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 326-9502
Not accepting new clients
Let's Connect (815) 326-9502
Not accepting new clients
I work with people who have experience trauma, abuse, and survived toxic environments. I believe that everyone can improve their lives through counseling. Life does not have to be filled with suffering, stress, anxiety, or depression. I base my treatment off of the belief that we heal through the mind, body, and spirit. I offer a unique approach to counseling with a sense of humor.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Biofeedback. These types of therapy have been proven to have success in reducing anxiety, PTSD and depressing in only a few sessions!
Most people notice a shift in their life after the first session! If you are ready to make life changes I am honored to help guide you!
Take the first step to help. Call or Melinda Vesely now - (815) 326-9502

My Practice at a Glance

Empowering Minds Counseling

408 W Main St

Ottawa, IL 61350

(815) 326-9502
Currently unable to accept new clients
We are seeing Clients in office, but ask that you sanitize upon entering. If you feel sick, please stay home and opt for telehealth!
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues and Dual Diagnosis 
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy
Let's Connect (815) 326-9502

My Practice at a Glance

Empowering Minds Counseling

408 W Main St

Ottawa, IL 61350

(815) 326-9502
Currently unable to accept new clients
We are seeing Clients in office, but ask that you sanitize upon entering. If you feel sick, please stay home and opt for telehealth!
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues and Dual Diagnosis 
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $145
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Pay by Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Beacon Health Options | Carelon
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • Health Alliance
  • MultiPlan
  • Optum
  • TRICARE
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Fees or Insurance coverage and benefits are discussed before first appointment- we are up front and honest!
me or call with questions - (815) 326-9502
Melinda Vesely
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
"
Fees or Insurance coverage and benefits are discussed before first appointment- we are up front and honest!
me or call with questions - (815) 326-9502
Melinda Vesely
Counselor, LCPC, CADC

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180009272
  • In Practice for 15 Years
  • Certificate from Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor 29325 / 2008
  • Attended Capella University, Graduated 2009
me or call with questions - (815) 326-9502
Melinda Vesely
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
me or call with questions - (815) 326-9502
Melinda Vesely
Counselor, LCPC, CADC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
  • Dual Diagnosis

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Life Coaching
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Thinking Disorders
me or call with questions - (815) 326-9502
Melinda Vesely
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
me or call with questions - (815) 326-9502
Melinda Vesely
Counselor, LCPC, CADC

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10), 
Preteen, 
Teen, 
Adults 

Participants

Individuals, 
Family 

Communities

Body Positivity, 
Single Mother, 
Veterans 

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious 

Age

Children (6 to 10), 
Preteen, 
Teen, 
Adults 

Participants

Individuals, 
Family 

Communities

Body Positivity, 
Single Mother, 
Veterans 

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious 

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Pet Therapy
  • Play Therapy
  • Post partum
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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Kick off our shoes and get to work! I have a laid back, yet realistic approach to therapy while holding my clients accountable. In therapy you will see I have a sense of humor and a positive energy.
me or call with questions - (815) 326-9502
Melinda Vesely
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
"
Kick off our shoes and get to work! I have a laid back, yet realistic approach to therapy while holding my clients accountable. In therapy you will see I have a sense of humor and a positive energy.
me or call with questions - (815) 326-9502
Melinda Vesely
Counselor, LCPC, CADC

Location

Primary Location

Empowering Minds Counseling

408 W Main St

Ottawa, IL 61350

(815) 326-9502

My Website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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We are seeing Clients in office, but ask that you sanitize upon entering. If you feel sick, please stay home and opt for telehealth!
me or call with questions - (815) 326-9502
Melinda Vesely
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
"
We are seeing Clients in office, but ask that you sanitize upon entering. If you feel sick, please stay home and opt for telehealth!
me or call with questions - (815) 326-9502
Melinda Vesely
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Last Modified: 19 May 2023