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Molly M. McLay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Photo of Molly M. McLay, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

Molly M. McLay

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Urbana, IL 61802
(217) 795-9588
Let's Connect (217) 795-9588
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I know that taking the step to begin therapy can be really hard, because... feelings. We have them, whether we want to or not. Understanding our thoughts and behaviors can also be hard. And making changes to improve our lives may be the hardest of all. My job is to acknowledge that this is hard, and to validate your feelings, whatever they are. I will sit in those feelings with you. I will also get to know you and your story, the people and things that are important to you, and help you set goals around what you want to focus on (such as learning skills, moving through difficult experiences, or utilizing therapeutic techniques).
My cozy office, where you can find me providing telehealth services. (Yes, that is Baymax from Big Hero 6 on my therapy couch!)
I have the most experience working with trauma, especially from gender-based violence; with individuals experiencing marginalization due to their gender or sexual identities; with undergraduates, graduate students, and academic professionals; and with anxiety, ADHD, neurodiversity, chronic illness, and infertility.
I have the career that I have because I think people are fascinating and amazing. I love to learn, and I love to learn about people especially. You will find that when you meet with me, I often ask, "How are you?" Hopefully, I will show you that I always really want to know the answer to that question (and that others should mean it when they ask, too).
Call or Molly M. McLay now for a free 15 minute consultation - (217) 795-9588

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Molly McLay Counseling & Consultation Services

Urbana, IL 61802

(217) 795-9588

Molly McLay Counseling & Consultation Services

Springfield, IL 62704

I see clients from my cozy office via a secure telehealth platform on various days and evenings throughout the week.
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Trauma and PTSD and Women's Issues 
$205 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (217) 795-9588
Photo of Molly M. McLay, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Molly McLay Counseling & Consultation Services

Urbana, IL 61802

(217) 795-9588

Molly McLay Counseling & Consultation Services

Springfield, IL 62704

I see clients from my cozy office via a secure telehealth platform on various days and evenings throughout the week.
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Trauma and PTSD and Women's Issues 
$205 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $205
  • Couple Sessions $205
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthLink
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • WebTPA
  • Out of Network
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I am in the credentialed with most of the insurance panels listed here, with just a few panels still in process. I can also bill out-of-network benefits. I offer self-pay services too, as well as sliding scale services through Open Path Collective.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 795-9588
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Molly M. McLay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
"
I am in the credentialed with most of the insurance panels listed here, with just a few panels still in process. I can also bill out-of-network benefits. I offer self-pay services too, as well as sliding scale services through Open Path Collective.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 795-9588
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Molly M. McLay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.017365 Molly M. McLay
  • In Practice for 13 Years
  • License: Missouri 2019030509 / 2019
  • Membership with National Association of Social Workers (NASW) 886552487 / 2010
  • Attended University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign School of Social Work, MSW, Graduated 2011
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I've been working as a social worker since 2011, predominantly centered in the Champaign-Urbana, IL area, and as a therapist since 2017. I previously worked as a campus gender-based violence educator and survivor advocate, a pregnancy case manager, a medical advocate, and a sexual health educator.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 795-9588
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Molly M. McLay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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I've been working as a social worker since 2011, predominantly centered in the Champaign-Urbana, IL area, and as a therapist since 2017. I previously worked as a campus gender-based violence educator and survivor advocate, a pregnancy case manager, a medical advocate, and a sexual health educator.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 795-9588
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Molly M. McLay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • LGBTQ+
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Infertility
  • Lesbian
  • Life Transitions
  • Neurodivergence
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Transgender
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Whether you're seeing me because of trauma, anxiety, social identity work, neurodivergence, or anything else, you will be in the driver's seat. I will strive to help you feel that for the hour you are talking to me, there is nothing on earth that is more important than getting to know you, sitting with you in wherever you are on that particular day, and supporting you in whatever way you need.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 795-9588
Photo of Molly M. McLay, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Molly M. McLay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
"
Whether you're seeing me because of trauma, anxiety, social identity work, neurodivergence, or anything else, you will be in the driver's seat. I will strive to help you feel that for the hour you are talking to me, there is nothing on earth that is more important than getting to know you, sitting with you in wherever you are on that particular day, and supporting you in whatever way you need.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 795-9588
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Molly M. McLay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

3 Endorsements

Thomas Nguyen
Thomas Nguyen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Molly is a cornerstone in the community for trauma-informed work, having been a pivotal mentor to myself and many others. Her commitment to social justice is evident in all her endeavors, and she would be an exceptional guide on your path to healing!
Serene Counseling Services
Serene Counseling Services
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Molly is a compassionate therapist who will advocate for her clients. She is supportive, resourceful, knowledgable and has expertise working with trauma esp. gender-based violence, chronic illness, and neurodiversity. I trust Molly and consult her often.
Dr. Meghan McHaney
Dr. Meghan McHaney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW
Molly is the colleague I call when I need another perspective. She always has something to offer that I hadn't considered. She is incredibly kind and patient. Super smart and always learning something new, Molly is truly a gifted clinician.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Expressive Arts
  • Feminist
  • Gottman Method
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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The core of my work is person-centered, strengths-based, and eclectic. I also work from social justice and feminist frameworks, focusing on the ways that systems and forms of oppression may impact our lives. I often draw from the cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT), mindfulness approaches, and motivational interviewing. I can offer expressive arts approaches when requested.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 795-9588
Photo of Molly M. McLay, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Molly M. McLay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
"
The core of my work is person-centered, strengths-based, and eclectic. I also work from social justice and feminist frameworks, focusing on the ways that systems and forms of oppression may impact our lives. I often draw from the cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT), mindfulness approaches, and motivational interviewing. I can offer expressive arts approaches when requested.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 795-9588
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Molly M. McLay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Location

Primary Location

Molly McLay Counseling & Consultation Services

Urbana, IL 61802

(217) 795-9588

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Molly McLay Counseling & Consultation Services

Springfield, IL 62704

(217) 795-9588

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I see clients from my cozy office via a secure telehealth platform on various days and evenings throughout the week.
Call for a free consultation now - (217) 795-9588
Photo of Molly M. McLay, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Molly M. McLay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
"
I see clients from my cozy office via a secure telehealth platform on various days and evenings throughout the week.
Call for a free consultation now - (217) 795-9588
Photo of Molly M. McLay, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Molly M. McLay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW