Michel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
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Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or frustrated that the things they've tried on their own aren't working the way they hoped. Therapy offers an opportunity to slow down, gain perspective, and approach challenges in a new way. With nearly seven years of experience in counseling and mental health-related settings, my goal is to provide a welcoming and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.
I view therapy as a collaborative process and believe meaningful growth often begins with greater self-understanding, self-compassion, and recognition of the strengths you already possess. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, our work will center on building insight, resilience, and practical skills that can be applied in everyday life.
I offer a free 15-minute consultation if you'd like to learn more about my practice. At Framework Therapy Group, we strongly believe in helping everyone who reaches out for support. If you determine that we are not the best fit for your needs, we will do our best to provide referrals to providers that may be better suited to help based on our conversation.
Call or Email Michel Carter now for a free 15 minute consultation - (815) 428-0187
Let's Connect (815) 428-0187

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $160
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
Michel Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (815) 428-0187
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178.016527 Michel Carter
- Attended Governor State University, MA
Education and Years In Practice
Michel Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (815) 428-0187
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Grief
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Depression
- Divorce
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Trauma and PTSD
Michel Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (815) 428-0187
Part of Framework Therapy Group
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Age
Preteen ,
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Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
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Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Lesbian Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Lesbian Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Gottman Method
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Trauma Focused
Michel Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (815) 428-0187
Location
Group Practice
Framework Therapy GroupNearby Areas
Michel Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (815) 428-0187