Female Therapists in Champaign County, IL

Trauma, grief, anxiety, codependency. If you identify with any of these words, I would love to help you navigate through these difficult challenges. You are not alone in your pain, even though it feels that you are. We will work together to find goals that you and/or your child want to achieve.

As a counselor, I have good days and bad days. I understand how it feels to go through turmoil, to see the light at the end of the tunnel, and experience the rainbow after a storm. Experiencing my personal traumas and personal victories has strengthened me to be an authentic and an empathetic counselor.I have learned that caring for myself is vital to my overall well-being. By caring for myself this ensures everyone in my life, including myself, receives the best version of me. I will not expect you to do anything I am not willing to do, and this includes being vulnerable.

As a practical, interactive therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I help clients find solutions for arange of life challenges and psychological issues. In addition to therapy, I do life coaching. For years, I have lectured on change management and employer workplace issues. I have also worked directly with employees from manufacturing, medical fields, and academia to clarify, simplify and enhance their total life. In my work history prior to becoming a licensed therapist, I was a successful corporate executive.

Our daily lives are constantly filled with demands, expectations, and challenges. At times, we may lose sight of our true selves and what truly matters to us. Therapy provides a secure, inviting, and authentic space for individuals to reconnect with their inner selves, process their emotions, and gain valuable insights.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I obtained my Master of Social Work degree from the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign. I believe in assisting my clients with sorting through the things that they find difficult or challenging, while creating a safe space for clients to feel safe and open. I utilize a variety of modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR therapy, Dietetical Behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques.

Are you trying to figure out where you're going in life? Do you feel aimless in your goals but unsure how to ask for guidance? Or perhaps you're just feeling "a bit off" but you aren't sure if therapy is right for you. This is a hard place to be, especially when things mostly appear "just fine" on the outside. Many people feel this way but don't reach out for help. You could be struggling with anxiety or depression.

Therapy is not just about understanding the self that you are but also becoming the self that you want to be. As a therapist, I have enjoyed my time in guiding people through the process of finding themselves and learning more about themselves, or each other along the way. Using a non judgmental approach to individual, family, and couples therapy has proven to be effective in mitigating these challenges that life has brought to anyone that I see.

Sometimes life can be overwhelming. Are you an older adult struggling with managing your care, grief, or other areas of life? Are you a caregiver struggling to draw boundaries, dealing with grief, or stability? People generalize grief as the loss of a person. But reality is that grief has many forms. From loss of relationships, job loss, divorce, absence or pets. As time goes on and with the support of a licensed clinical professional counselor, these issues can become more manageable with commitment to therapy, a safe place, utilization of strategies and client strength-based approach.

Let’s be honest - life can get pretty messy. It’s full of things like change (ugh!), other humans and events out of our control. Maybe you're having a hard time, and you don't even know "why". Maybe your relationships are stressful. Maybe society’s “-isms” (racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, etc.) are affecting your well-being. In therapy you get to decide what is important! I get the honor of walking with you as we figure out how to help you cope, manage, grow or heal. As a queer person, I am especially passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ folx. I provide a safe & affirming space to explore all facets of yourself/your life.

Ghada works with you to better your sense of awareness and focuses on bettering relationships and connections in your life. She is certified in II LEND (Leadership and Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities). Specializing in major mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and ADHD. Ghada has extensive experience with family/children therapy.

My passion is to heal the unseen wounds. My goal is to walk with you in your journey of healing, connecting, and growing. I believe that each of us has inner strength to heal and to live life to its fullest, but at times we need someone else to walk with us. Let me be that person for you!

Welcome to my mental health counseling services, where LGBTQ+/Gender-Affirming care, Depression, and Anxiety, ADHD are a cornerstone of my practice. I am a Latina individual born and raised in Chicago, who later relocated in the Champaign-Urbana area to gain my masters. While proudly using empathy and humor, I connect with clients to create a supportive and engaging therapeutic environment. I embrace using a trauma-informed, person-centered approach by tailoring various therapeutic techniques in order to meet you where you are by educating, encouraging, and making a safe space for diverse practices to meet your desired goal(s).

What challenges are you facing ? What seems to be holding you back from obtaining what you really want from life? I offer a holistic approach to emotional and mental and behavioral health care, and work to provide empathy and understanding . My goal is to provide a warm peaceful environment so clients, can focus on their own personal growth and empowerment. I would like to help you deal with anxiety, depression, substance use issues, or other challenges. I have worked in counseling for 30 years, and have helped many clients build a strong stable recovery lifestyle, or achieve other goals that have really improved their lives.

I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I strongly believe therapy is an important asset in life where one is able to talk about life challenges and work on solutions that allow individuals to be the best version of themselves. My goal is to create a natural experience by nurturing a safe and welcoming environment, establishing trusting relationships, and promoting a judgement free zone where one can express themselves freely, overcome their challenges, and find balance in their lives. I believe in the philosophy “give yourself space to evolve” (Krista Aoki).

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.

My areas of interest include individual, couples, and family therapy dealing with challenges such as stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, personal development, relationships, communication, conflict resolution, and parenting. I offer Christian counseling and recognize the importance of spirituality in the health and wellness of my clients. I am a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors and have completed the Caring for People God's Way program. If desired, I can approach clients' concerns by integrating research-based therapy with a faith-based, biblical perspective.

I believe therapy is a collaborative process between the client and therapist. I strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment. I enjoy utilizing a person-centered approach to sessions and meeting the client where they are. The client knows their narrative best, I find it important to consider lived experiences, cultural influences, as well as other intersecting factors into my understanding of your worldview. I enjoy celebrating client’s goals, sitting with at times difficult feelings, and embarking on this journey together.

My passion is driven by my trusting relationships with my patients. I give my patients undivided attention throughout their appointments and listen to and address their healthcare needs. I take a holistic approach to healthcare. Your treatment plan will address not only your physical needs but mental, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. Once you leave the appointment you can trust that I will continue to be responsive to your calls and concerns.

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.