Female Therapists in Champaign, IL
With abundant experience as a former teacher and counselor, I have worked extensively with youth. My doctoral research delved into emotional and behavioral disorders, high-incidence disabilities, and special education. I have also guided adults of all ages through career counseling, family and relationship issues, and decision-making skills, providing a comprehensive understanding of diverse needs.
With abundant experience as a former teacher and counselor, I have worked extensively with youth. My doctoral research delved into emotional and behavioral disorders, high-incidence disabilities, and special education. I have also guided adults of all ages through career counseling, family and relationship issues, and decision-making skills, providing a comprehensive understanding of diverse needs.
Quanesha Griffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61820 (Online Only)
Has your marriage or relationship experienced trauma such as infidelity, betrayal, or significant conflicts that have shaken the trust between you and your partner? Are you struggling with constant arguments, emotional distance, or a pervasive sense of disconnect? These are common symptoms of a broken-down marriage that result from unresolved trauma. Such experiences can leave lasting scars, affecting communication, intimacy, and the overall health of your relationship. Recognizing these issues is the first step towards healing and rebuilding a stronger, more resilient bond with your partner.
Has your marriage or relationship experienced trauma such as infidelity, betrayal, or significant conflicts that have shaken the trust between you and your partner? Are you struggling with constant arguments, emotional distance, or a pervasive sense of disconnect? These are common symptoms of a broken-down marriage that result from unresolved trauma. Such experiences can leave lasting scars, affecting communication, intimacy, and the overall health of your relationship. Recognizing these issues is the first step towards healing and rebuilding a stronger, more resilient bond with your partner.
The recipe for successfully discovering your freedom from the pain of disappointment, trauma, and fear in your life and relationships is a unique combination of privacy, safety, nurturing, education, and therapy. Success often requires the right guide to blend these ingredients just how you need them to create a life that gives you joy. Joy is the name I was given at birth, but it’s taken me many years (just the right amount) to discover that my name is also my calling: a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor.
The recipe for successfully discovering your freedom from the pain of disappointment, trauma, and fear in your life and relationships is a unique combination of privacy, safety, nurturing, education, and therapy. Success often requires the right guide to blend these ingredients just how you need them to create a life that gives you joy. Joy is the name I was given at birth, but it’s taken me many years (just the right amount) to discover that my name is also my calling: a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor.
Have you experienced overwhelming hurt stemming from family that have left you feeling anxious, detached, or chronically stressed? Maybe the chaos within your family has led to unresolved trauma that persists in your daily life, impacting your mental and emotional wellness. Family dynamic trauma can manifest in ways that disrupt our relationships, shape how we perceive ourselves and others, and often leaves us struggling with feelings of guilt or shame. Understanding these dynamics is a crucial step towards healing and reclaiming your life from the grips of past pain.
Have you experienced overwhelming hurt stemming from family that have left you feeling anxious, detached, or chronically stressed? Maybe the chaos within your family has led to unresolved trauma that persists in your daily life, impacting your mental and emotional wellness. Family dynamic trauma can manifest in ways that disrupt our relationships, shape how we perceive ourselves and others, and often leaves us struggling with feelings of guilt or shame. Understanding these dynamics is a crucial step towards healing and reclaiming your life from the grips of past pain.
Nancy Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61822 (Online Only)
You’ve experienced some traumatic events in your life. Immediately afterwards, you might feel shock and denial. Longer term reactions might be unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, strained relationships and even physical symptoms like headaches or nausea. It can be hard to move on with life. I can help you find positive ways to manage your emotions. I am trained in trauma treatment and in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distresses that are the result of disturbing life experiences.
You’ve experienced some traumatic events in your life. Immediately afterwards, you might feel shock and denial. Longer term reactions might be unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, strained relationships and even physical symptoms like headaches or nausea. It can be hard to move on with life. I can help you find positive ways to manage your emotions. I am trained in trauma treatment and in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distresses that are the result of disturbing life experiences.
I am passionate about creating a safe, nonjudgemental space for individuals and couples to process, learn and grow. In addition to encouraging my clients to set the pace of how they would like things to go, I also help them to challenge and reframe certain thought patterns that are causing suffering. Together, we find pathways of possibility and celebrate positive life changes.
I am passionate about creating a safe, nonjudgemental space for individuals and couples to process, learn and grow. In addition to encouraging my clients to set the pace of how they would like things to go, I also help them to challenge and reframe certain thought patterns that are causing suffering. Together, we find pathways of possibility and celebrate positive life changes.
Katherine Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61820 (Online Only)
I am passionate about walking alongside clients in therapy. We each have our own challenges and hardships, but we also have unique and amazing strengths! My goal in therapy is to help you understand what is and what is not working for you and find ways to connect, grow, and thrive. I have a particular interest in clients working through life transitions, spiritual struggles, and burnout related to caregiving.
I am passionate about walking alongside clients in therapy. We each have our own challenges and hardships, but we also have unique and amazing strengths! My goal in therapy is to help you understand what is and what is not working for you and find ways to connect, grow, and thrive. I have a particular interest in clients working through life transitions, spiritual struggles, and burnout related to caregiving.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I am currently pursuing additional training to become a certified Dance/Movement Therapist. Dance/Movement Therapy uses the body and movement to promote an embodied sense of wholeness and well-being. I am able to provide this form of therapy under supervision of a board certified Dance/Movement therapist. Additionally, I have completed an intensive training in EMDR and am able to perform EMDR therapy with clients.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I am currently pursuing additional training to become a certified Dance/Movement Therapist. Dance/Movement Therapy uses the body and movement to promote an embodied sense of wholeness and well-being. I am able to provide this form of therapy under supervision of a board certified Dance/Movement therapist. Additionally, I have completed an intensive training in EMDR and am able to perform EMDR therapy with clients.
Ashley Cosby
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, ATR, LCPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
Pain and distress are very real parts of life, and so are joy and hope. Are you facing challenges in life that are making joy and hope difficult to find? Feeling this way can be overwhelming and isolating, but you do not have to face these challenges alone. In my practice, I strive to walk alongside you as we work together to overcome pain and distress to find the joy and hope we all desire. Together, we will determine the best way to move towards your goals for healing and find the pace that works for you. It is my goal to provide a safe space for you to rediscover hope and equip you to face challenges throughout your life.
Pain and distress are very real parts of life, and so are joy and hope. Are you facing challenges in life that are making joy and hope difficult to find? Feeling this way can be overwhelming and isolating, but you do not have to face these challenges alone. In my practice, I strive to walk alongside you as we work together to overcome pain and distress to find the joy and hope we all desire. Together, we will determine the best way to move towards your goals for healing and find the pace that works for you. It is my goal to provide a safe space for you to rediscover hope and equip you to face challenges throughout your life.
Melanie Sivley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61820
Life can be hard. Being a college student can be hard. Life transitions (like starting college) often make it clear that some things just aren’t working. Maybe you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, alone, or depressed. Emotions, worries, or confusion become overwhelming and lead to unhelpful patterns. You've tried everything, but nothing has worked. You wonder if it will ever get better. All you want is peace, stability, and confidence in the direction your life is going. To feel good about yourself and your choices. To feel comfortable in your own skin and to believe in your ability to succeed.
Life can be hard. Being a college student can be hard. Life transitions (like starting college) often make it clear that some things just aren’t working. Maybe you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, alone, or depressed. Emotions, worries, or confusion become overwhelming and lead to unhelpful patterns. You've tried everything, but nothing has worked. You wonder if it will ever get better. All you want is peace, stability, and confidence in the direction your life is going. To feel good about yourself and your choices. To feel comfortable in your own skin and to believe in your ability to succeed.
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.
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Carolyn Truelove is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Professional, and National Certified Counselor. She has a B.S. in Psychology with a Concentration in Counseling, a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling - both degrees from Olivet Nazarene University. Carolyn specializes in working with people who experience difficulty with life transitions, who have adjustment disorders, issues of grief and loss, survivors of trauma, relational issues, addiction, self-worth & identity, depression, anxiety and clients who have chronic mental illness.
Carolyn Truelove is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Professional, and National Certified Counselor. She has a B.S. in Psychology with a Concentration in Counseling, a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling - both degrees from Olivet Nazarene University. Carolyn specializes in working with people who experience difficulty with life transitions, who have adjustment disorders, issues of grief and loss, survivors of trauma, relational issues, addiction, self-worth & identity, depression, anxiety and clients who have chronic mental illness.
Katie Getowicz, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, works with individuals, couples, and families struggling with mood disorders, behavior concerns, relationship distress, and more. She is sensitive to the intersectionality of multicultural identities and is committed to social justice for marginalized groups. Katie integrates therapy approaches, such as CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Mindfulness to personalize treatment based on client preferences, unique needs, and inherent strengths. She also takes a trauma-informed approach to serving all clients.
Katie Getowicz, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, works with individuals, couples, and families struggling with mood disorders, behavior concerns, relationship distress, and more. She is sensitive to the intersectionality of multicultural identities and is committed to social justice for marginalized groups. Katie integrates therapy approaches, such as CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Mindfulness to personalize treatment based on client preferences, unique needs, and inherent strengths. She also takes a trauma-informed approach to serving all clients.
Rachel Schoener
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. I have worked with a wide range of mental health disorders while working in residential treatment and at an inpatient psychiatric hospital. I also have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are coping with crisis, domestic violence, refugee resettlement, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. I have worked with a wide range of mental health disorders while working in residential treatment and at an inpatient psychiatric hospital. I also have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are coping with crisis, domestic violence, refugee resettlement, and trauma.
Molly Duran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61822
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The downfalls of life can leave us feeling worried, helpless, or anxious. We try to protect ourselves from pain…albeit trauma, losses, or hardships. We may experience panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, endless worries and many doubts. Fear, anxiety, or depression take us farther away from ourselves and the fulfilled life we can lead. Healing can feel scary, alone, and overwhelming. It takes courage to reach out for support.
The downfalls of life can leave us feeling worried, helpless, or anxious. We try to protect ourselves from pain…albeit trauma, losses, or hardships. We may experience panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, endless worries and many doubts. Fear, anxiety, or depression take us farther away from ourselves and the fulfilled life we can lead. Healing can feel scary, alone, and overwhelming. It takes courage to reach out for support.
At one time or another we all need help to cope with life's challenges. Whether you are looking to make a significant change in your life, need some assistance with coping skills or someone kind who will listen and be there for you counseling is the right path. My clients describe me as a warm, understanding and easy-going individual who is easy to talk to. Clients begin to rediscover what they really need to feel happier and more content with themselves and move on to become more productive and at peace with their lives.
At one time or another we all need help to cope with life's challenges. Whether you are looking to make a significant change in your life, need some assistance with coping skills or someone kind who will listen and be there for you counseling is the right path. My clients describe me as a warm, understanding and easy-going individual who is easy to talk to. Clients begin to rediscover what they really need to feel happier and more content with themselves and move on to become more productive and at peace with their lives.
Pamela Wendt-Creative Solutions Counseling Group
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61820
Life is full of transitions. They can be extremely difficult. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed, discouraged and like nothing will improve. Transition can be even more overwhelming when it feels like you are going through it alone and don't have support. I utilize a client-centered, strengths based approach, and provide a compassionate and accepting environment.
Life is full of transitions. They can be extremely difficult. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed, discouraged and like nothing will improve. Transition can be even more overwhelming when it feels like you are going through it alone and don't have support. I utilize a client-centered, strengths based approach, and provide a compassionate and accepting environment.
Diane Alexander
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820 (Online Only)
I am Dr. Alexander, a Behavioral Psychologist and transgender woman. I also have Master’s degrees in Psychology and Applied Behavior Analysis and have completed extensive coursework in Sports/Performance Psychology. I have over 30 years of experience. I am an ally of and advocate for members of the LGBTQ+ community, and I am passionate about providing support for the life challenges individuals may face. I am also comfortable assisting individuals facing challenges presented by most psychiatric disorders, any social or emotional issues, and supporting relationship growth.
I am Dr. Alexander, a Behavioral Psychologist and transgender woman. I also have Master’s degrees in Psychology and Applied Behavior Analysis and have completed extensive coursework in Sports/Performance Psychology. I have over 30 years of experience. I am an ally of and advocate for members of the LGBTQ+ community, and I am passionate about providing support for the life challenges individuals may face. I am also comfortable assisting individuals facing challenges presented by most psychiatric disorders, any social or emotional issues, and supporting relationship growth.
Dr. Mary Derbish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61821
You may not be there yet, but you are one step closer than you were yesterday. I specialize in treating kids and teens with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, eating disorders, difficult friendships and relationships, and trouble adjusting after divorce or other life changes. I am also passionate about empowering women through various stages of life: transitioning to college, identity development, becoming a mom, relationship conflict, divorce, and mental health. I offer parenting sessions to parents of children with emotional or behavioral struggles, and couples or family therapy for a variety of issues.
You may not be there yet, but you are one step closer than you were yesterday. I specialize in treating kids and teens with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, eating disorders, difficult friendships and relationships, and trouble adjusting after divorce or other life changes. I am also passionate about empowering women through various stages of life: transitioning to college, identity development, becoming a mom, relationship conflict, divorce, and mental health. I offer parenting sessions to parents of children with emotional or behavioral struggles, and couples or family therapy for a variety of issues.
My Name is Latrice Willis, I have been in the Social Work field for almost 10 years. I have a history of working with children and adults. My background is in school settings, in-patient mental health settings, and private practice counseling. I feel that healing begins with a strong foundation, so I am very relationship-oriented. I like to meet clients where they are and work towards a common goal.
My Name is Latrice Willis, I have been in the Social Work field for almost 10 years. I have a history of working with children and adults. My background is in school settings, in-patient mental health settings, and private practice counseling. I feel that healing begins with a strong foundation, so I am very relationship-oriented. I like to meet clients where they are and work towards a common goal.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.