Selma
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP (she, her)
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Let's Connect (815) 629-3472

We all have been shaped by the experiences we have lived through. We may hold stories that haven’t fully been told and carry emotions that haven’t found a place to land.
Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in the heaviness of depression, struggling in relationships, or navigating a life transition that’s left you feeling lost. You may also be carrying painful experiences that still impact how you feel about yourself and others. Whatever brings you here, I offer a space where you can feel seen, heard, supported, and understood without judgment.
I support individuals navigating
anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and attachment challenges, and life transitions. My trauma‑informed, culturally responsive approach is shaped by clinical training and my lived experience as a refugee and immigrant. I support youth and adults in building resilience, meaningful change, and reconnecting with themselves
Maya Angelou wrote, “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” I believe everyone deserves a caring place where their story can be held with care. Reaching out takes courage and I honor that strength. When you’re ready, I’m here to help you explore your experiences, reconnect with yourself, and move toward healing and growth.
Call or Email Selma Cehic now for a free 15 minute consultation - (815) 629-3472
Let's Connect (815) 629-3472

Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Wire, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Selma Cehic
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (815) 629-3472
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180011390 Selma Cehic
- In Practice for 13 years
- Attended The Chicago School Of Professional Psychology
Education and Years In Practice
Selma Cehic
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (815) 629-3472
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Immigrant/Diaspora
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Women's Issues
Selma Cehic
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (815) 629-3472
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
Bosnian ,
Croatian ,
Serbian
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
Bosnian ,
Croatian ,
Serbian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- AEDP
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Selma Cehic
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (815) 629-3472
Location
Additional Location
Chicago, IL 60645
(815) 629-3472