Preteen Therapists in Coles County, IL
Lisa M. Rankin
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, LSOTP, LSOE
Verified Verified
Charleston, IL 61920
I appreciate a person who is ready to work on becoming the best they can be. I have a "get real" approach to what matters and that is you! I utilize your strengths to identify interfering issues and will help you to develop effective coping strategies in a confidential setting.
I appreciate a person who is ready to work on becoming the best they can be. I have a "get real" approach to what matters and that is you! I utilize your strengths to identify interfering issues and will help you to develop effective coping strategies in a confidential setting.
Sarah Malak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charleston, IL 61920 (Online Only)
If you're looking to work through trauma that is making it hard for you to breathe, to function, to know and be yourself, you've come to the right place. I often treat individuals who are recognizing how past ways of functioning just aren't working for them anymore and want to make real and lasting change. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression or mood disorders, dissociation, and possibly some ADHD too, I'm here for you. Together we can work through the things that are bothering you and get you to a place where you can truly feel that your past is in your past and you have the skills and strength to keep moving forward.
If you're looking to work through trauma that is making it hard for you to breathe, to function, to know and be yourself, you've come to the right place. I often treat individuals who are recognizing how past ways of functioning just aren't working for them anymore and want to make real and lasting change. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression or mood disorders, dissociation, and possibly some ADHD too, I'm here for you. Together we can work through the things that are bothering you and get you to a place where you can truly feel that your past is in your past and you have the skills and strength to keep moving forward.
Sandra Slayton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Charleston, IL 61920
As a highly skilled, empathetic, and Solution-Focused therapist, I am committed to providing exceptional care to individuals who are experiencing difficulty navigating relationships, managing depression or anxiety, or experiencing substance related issues. I am dedicated to establishing a strong therapeutic rapport where clients feel safe and willing to share their innermost feelings, thoughts, and fears by providing them with confidential, compassionate, and personalized treatment to meet client's individual needs and goals.
As a highly skilled, empathetic, and Solution-Focused therapist, I am committed to providing exceptional care to individuals who are experiencing difficulty navigating relationships, managing depression or anxiety, or experiencing substance related issues. I am dedicated to establishing a strong therapeutic rapport where clients feel safe and willing to share their innermost feelings, thoughts, and fears by providing them with confidential, compassionate, and personalized treatment to meet client's individual needs and goals.
Anna Farris
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charleston, IL 61920
First and foremost, if you are reading this, I want you to know that I see the strength it took for you to take this step in asking for help. I work with clients ages 3 and up to navigate many life challenges - whether that is reprocessing past trauma, struggling in relationships, infertility/perinatal struggles, or navigating the day to day stressors of life. Being a member of the military/veteran community, I am also passionate about working with military/veterans and their family members on the unique challenges they face in their day to day life. I hope to help each person rewrite their story into something they can be proud of.
First and foremost, if you are reading this, I want you to know that I see the strength it took for you to take this step in asking for help. I work with clients ages 3 and up to navigate many life challenges - whether that is reprocessing past trauma, struggling in relationships, infertility/perinatal struggles, or navigating the day to day stressors of life. Being a member of the military/veteran community, I am also passionate about working with military/veterans and their family members on the unique challenges they face in their day to day life. I hope to help each person rewrite their story into something they can be proud of.
Online Therapists
Veronica N. Alcerro
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Have you been thinking about learning ways to improve how you deal with stress? Is your life overwhelming and you are not sure how to help yourself with your emotions? Does it seem like no one listens to you and you are looking for someone that really hears you and understands what you are dealing with? If you need a judgement free zone just to vent sometimes but are also interested in gaining new skills then I am a good fit for you. I would be honored to help you achieve your goals in order to enhance your overall life satisfaction.
Have you been thinking about learning ways to improve how you deal with stress? Is your life overwhelming and you are not sure how to help yourself with your emotions? Does it seem like no one listens to you and you are looking for someone that really hears you and understands what you are dealing with? If you need a judgement free zone just to vent sometimes but are also interested in gaining new skills then I am a good fit for you. I would be honored to help you achieve your goals in order to enhance your overall life satisfaction.
Heather Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PEL
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61821 (Online Only)
Reaching out is the first step, I'm glad you're here. My work ranges from treating stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, to other specific personal and relational issues. I am passionate about adolescent neural development, embracing neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, etc.), body acceptance, attachment theory, and working to break family cycles of trauma. I will work with you to establish goals that are driven by you, for you. I am an active listener who is also willing and ready to offer insight and point out potential problem areas with permission. You will make the change-I can help you see it.
Reaching out is the first step, I'm glad you're here. My work ranges from treating stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, to other specific personal and relational issues. I am passionate about adolescent neural development, embracing neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, etc.), body acceptance, attachment theory, and working to break family cycles of trauma. I will work with you to establish goals that are driven by you, for you. I am an active listener who is also willing and ready to offer insight and point out potential problem areas with permission. You will make the change-I can help you see it.
Katharine (Kathy) Martin
Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Springfield, IL 62704
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for taking the time to seek counseling for yourself or your family. I know it is not easy to seek help from someone you do not know. I have been told I have a direct approach to assist in getting through painful memories at a gentle pace. I believe old pains can be healed if allowed to be shared, explored, and understood. For appointments, I have daytime and some evening appointments and use text alerts for appointment reminders. I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions.
Thank you for taking the time to seek counseling for yourself or your family. I know it is not easy to seek help from someone you do not know. I have been told I have a direct approach to assist in getting through painful memories at a gentle pace. I believe old pains can be healed if allowed to be shared, explored, and understood. For appointments, I have daytime and some evening appointments and use text alerts for appointment reminders. I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions.
Heather O'Brien
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61821
Dr. Heather O'Brien is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing psychological treatment for child, adolescent, adult, couples, and families. She received her Bachelor's degree from Illinois State University in Normal, IL and completed her Master's degree and Doctoral training at Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL. In addition, Dr. O'Brien completed her internship at Hutchings Psychiatric Center in Syracuse, NY. Dr. O'Brien has experience in outpatient, inpatient, group home, nursing home, crisis call center, and day-treatment settings.
Dr. Heather O'Brien is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing psychological treatment for child, adolescent, adult, couples, and families. She received her Bachelor's degree from Illinois State University in Normal, IL and completed her Master's degree and Doctoral training at Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL. In addition, Dr. O'Brien completed her internship at Hutchings Psychiatric Center in Syracuse, NY. Dr. O'Brien has experience in outpatient, inpatient, group home, nursing home, crisis call center, and day-treatment settings.
Jessica Hentrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, IL 62526
Jessica Hentrich is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has over 12 years of experience in a variety of settings including community mental health, schools, hospitals, and residential settings. Jessica has an MSW and a BSW from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She has a specific interest in working with women's issues, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Jessica utilizes EMDR, CBT, Solution- Focused, therapy, as well as various other modalities. Jessica prides herself in meeting clients where they are at through a compassionate, person-centered approach.
Jessica Hentrich is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has over 12 years of experience in a variety of settings including community mental health, schools, hospitals, and residential settings. Jessica has an MSW and a BSW from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She has a specific interest in working with women's issues, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Jessica utilizes EMDR, CBT, Solution- Focused, therapy, as well as various other modalities. Jessica prides herself in meeting clients where they are at through a compassionate, person-centered approach.
Denene King
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in central Illinois. I worked for a community mental health agency for the last five years, two years being an outpatient counselor. I obtained my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of the Cumberlands. While working at the community health center, I gained experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. In addition, I have experience working with depression, anxiety, and other adjustments or emotional concerns people struggle with within their daily lives.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in central Illinois. I worked for a community mental health agency for the last five years, two years being an outpatient counselor. I obtained my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of the Cumberlands. While working at the community health center, I gained experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. In addition, I have experience working with depression, anxiety, and other adjustments or emotional concerns people struggle with within their daily lives.
Lynda Alper
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
It has been my honor and pleasure to be a counselor for 27 years. It is my goal to assist you in achieving your goals. I consider myself to be a cognitive behavioral therapist and have worked with individuals, couples and families on a variety of issues. My areas of interest are: depression, anxiety, grief, end of life issues, PTSD, parenting concerns, conflicts in relationships, divorce, sexual trauma, as well as the behavioral management of and adjustment to chronic medical conditions.
It has been my honor and pleasure to be a counselor for 27 years. It is my goal to assist you in achieving your goals. I consider myself to be a cognitive behavioral therapist and have worked with individuals, couples and families on a variety of issues. My areas of interest are: depression, anxiety, grief, end of life issues, PTSD, parenting concerns, conflicts in relationships, divorce, sexual trauma, as well as the behavioral management of and adjustment to chronic medical conditions.
Carolynne Jorgenson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864 (Online Only)
Carolynne Jorgenson Counseling, PLLC is a practice focused on supporting clients to actualize their vision of themselves. Services include private and group counseling, the reference book Parables From Daily Living - Storytelling as Counseling, and vocational rehabilitation services, including cover letter and resume writing services. Carolynne focuses on you as a whole person, guiding you towards achieving your goals: emotional, personal, physical, and professional. Why not choose a counselor that considers all of the aspects of your life to help you actualize your vision for yourself? Consider choosing a counselor focused on you
Carolynne Jorgenson Counseling, PLLC is a practice focused on supporting clients to actualize their vision of themselves. Services include private and group counseling, the reference book Parables From Daily Living - Storytelling as Counseling, and vocational rehabilitation services, including cover letter and resume writing services. Carolynne focuses on you as a whole person, guiding you towards achieving your goals: emotional, personal, physical, and professional. Why not choose a counselor that considers all of the aspects of your life to help you actualize your vision for yourself? Consider choosing a counselor focused on you
Julia Schwartz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, IL 62704 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Julia. I have a passion for working with young adults and women who strive to enhance personal insight and use their strengths and values to become more confident and self aware. Are you ready to begin the journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and healing? I have experience working with anxiety and stress relief, trauma, self-worth/body image, high-achievers, people pleasing, grief and relational stress. I hope to provide an environment for you to heal emotionally, gain personal insight, and harness skills to be your best self within everyday life-at your own pace.
Hi, I’m Julia. I have a passion for working with young adults and women who strive to enhance personal insight and use their strengths and values to become more confident and self aware. Are you ready to begin the journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and healing? I have experience working with anxiety and stress relief, trauma, self-worth/body image, high-achievers, people pleasing, grief and relational stress. I hope to provide an environment for you to heal emotionally, gain personal insight, and harness skills to be your best self within everyday life-at your own pace.
Michelle Hooks
Licensed Social Worker, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savoy, IL 61874
In life's whirlwind, finding a sanctuary for respite and inner peace can feel like a distant dream. You might be questioning your worth or wondering if anyone else shares your feelings. Unexpected events may have thrown you off course, leaving you grappling to move forward, feeling immobilized. Perhaps, as a parent, you've exhausted all avenues in aiding your child or teen, feeling at a loss. Whether you're striving to unleash your full potential or seeking ways to foster family well-being, you've found a supportive space here.
In life's whirlwind, finding a sanctuary for respite and inner peace can feel like a distant dream. You might be questioning your worth or wondering if anyone else shares your feelings. Unexpected events may have thrown you off course, leaving you grappling to move forward, feeling immobilized. Perhaps, as a parent, you've exhausted all avenues in aiding your child or teen, feeling at a loss. Whether you're striving to unleash your full potential or seeking ways to foster family well-being, you've found a supportive space here.
Sheila Ashby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Making a decision to come to counseling can be a frightening one. Please know many people come the first time very apprehensive. Together we will build you up and give you the confidence and tools you need to make healthy life choices. The goal is a healthy, happy you!
Making a decision to come to counseling can be a frightening one. Please know many people come the first time very apprehensive. Together we will build you up and give you the confidence and tools you need to make healthy life choices. The goal is a healthy, happy you!
Jenn Aardsma
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CST, NCC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61822
I believe deeply in the power of relationships for growth and healing. If we have the privilege of working together, I will listen attentively to understand your experiences. When applicable, I will seek to help you recognize and develop your strengths and skills to respond effectively to life’s many difficulties and opportunities. Areas of support include guidance for concerns with anxiety, depression, OCD, panic attacks, PTSD, anger, grief, mood disorders, personality disorders, impulse control, relationship challenges, sexual pain disorders and concerns regarding gender and sexuality.
I believe deeply in the power of relationships for growth and healing. If we have the privilege of working together, I will listen attentively to understand your experiences. When applicable, I will seek to help you recognize and develop your strengths and skills to respond effectively to life’s many difficulties and opportunities. Areas of support include guidance for concerns with anxiety, depression, OCD, panic attacks, PTSD, anger, grief, mood disorders, personality disorders, impulse control, relationship challenges, sexual pain disorders and concerns regarding gender and sexuality.
Rachel Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Springfield, IL 62711
Hi, I'm Rachel, a Licensed Professional Counselor working with a diverse range of clients with varying needs and goals. I understand that making meaningful changes in one's life can be a difficult process, and I patiently support clients as they heal and grow. I am accepting new clients in-person and virtually at Pepper Brown & Associates in Springfield, IL.
Hi, I'm Rachel, a Licensed Professional Counselor working with a diverse range of clients with varying needs and goals. I understand that making meaningful changes in one's life can be a difficult process, and I patiently support clients as they heal and grow. I am accepting new clients in-person and virtually at Pepper Brown & Associates in Springfield, IL.
Laura Vecchiolla
Psychologist, PsyD, CT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61709 (Online Only)
Grief, loss, and trauma can have a profound and lasting impact on you or people you love. You may feel isolated from others and overwhelmed as you try to go about day-to-day tasks; you may struggle to feel safe, express your emotions, or understand how to make meaning from all that has happened. Other people might be telling you to “get over” it, as if grief has a deadline you haven’t met. Traumatic events from your past may bring up feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, or shame, which can prevent you from doing the things you want to do, affect your relationships, and make it hard to communicate or set healthy boundaries with others.
Grief, loss, and trauma can have a profound and lasting impact on you or people you love. You may feel isolated from others and overwhelmed as you try to go about day-to-day tasks; you may struggle to feel safe, express your emotions, or understand how to make meaning from all that has happened. Other people might be telling you to “get over” it, as if grief has a deadline you haven’t met. Traumatic events from your past may bring up feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, or shame, which can prevent you from doing the things you want to do, affect your relationships, and make it hard to communicate or set healthy boundaries with others.
Max Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Oblong, IL 62449
Max Smith, LPC, offers empathy and genuine care to each client. He guides them to explore and process the challenges they bring to each session, and he puts them on path to the change they seek. While he treats people of all ages, Max especially enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults. He supports clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, mood disorders, and is especially skilled at treating: Substance Abuse: Substance abuse brings numerous problem behaviors that can be modified with help.
Max Smith, LPC, offers empathy and genuine care to each client. He guides them to explore and process the challenges they bring to each session, and he puts them on path to the change they seek. While he treats people of all ages, Max especially enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults. He supports clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, mood disorders, and is especially skilled at treating: Substance Abuse: Substance abuse brings numerous problem behaviors that can be modified with help.
Patricia Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Vandalia, IL 62471
Sometimes in life we struggle with understanding why or how we ended up where we have. I believe that most of us attempt to manage the best we can given our current circumstances, struggles and challenges. Even then life can still seem insurmountable. I want you to know that change is possible, but doing it alone may feel like an added burden. I will work with you collaboratively to navigate the challenges at hand. My goal is to provide an unbiased, welcoming, and therapeutic environment.
Sometimes in life we struggle with understanding why or how we ended up where we have. I believe that most of us attempt to manage the best we can given our current circumstances, struggles and challenges. Even then life can still seem insurmountable. I want you to know that change is possible, but doing it alone may feel like an added burden. I will work with you collaboratively to navigate the challenges at hand. My goal is to provide an unbiased, welcoming, and therapeutic environment.
