Female Therapists in Champaign, IL

Each life transition or stage can bring a combination of uncertainty and hope. Impactful life transitions include moments of processing loss and dealing with grief. Oftentimes, these moments bring on feelings of hopelessness, sadness, and loneliness. My job is to offer a secure space to help you through these powerful feelings and difficult times. In practicing from a strengths-based or client-centered lens, some of the most profound moments have been guiding clients to discover their resilience, strengths, and abilities to cope with presenting challenges. Clients of all backgrounds and identities are welcome in my practice.

I received my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois after completing my clinical internship here at Keri Powell Therapy. I strive to create a warm, open environment where clients can take the time to explore their feelings and circumstances in a way that is comfortable for them. I love working with clients to figure out the root causes of their problems and work together to find ways to resolve them. I enjoy working with teens and adults and am comfortable working with most mental health concerns.

Life can be unpredictable at times, like there is no way out of the mess we’re in. I’m here to help individuals wanting to learn new and healthy ways to deal with what life throws at them. Together, we help them find the strength and courage within to tackle challenges.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. As a former crisis clinician, I have experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds with a variety of life experiences. I am comfortable working with adults coping with ADHD, anxiety, LGBTQIA+ related topics, trauma, depression, and life transitions.

The development of a trusting relationship that promotes healing and growth is at the core of the work that I do. Life is a journey that is full of challenges and I am passionate about helping people with situational or chronic mental health needs as they face these challenges.I am a highly experienced clinical counselor dedicated to helping individuals on their journey to mental and emotional well-being. With a profound understanding of the diverse needs of clients, I employ a versatile approach, seamlessly weaving together a tapestry of therapeutic modalities tailored to each individual's unique circumstances.

I have over 12 years of experience in the field. Areas I like to address include, past trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, relationships, eating disorders, personality disorders, self-esteem, bullying, social awareness, and parenting support among other issues. I have extensive training in therapeutic approaches with children and adolescents including art therapy and play-based approaches, however I enjoy working with all age groups.

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.

From time to time, everyone has struggles in life, whether it's adjusting to loss or transitions, coping with problems in relationships, or with balancing the demands of daily life. Though it can really help to talk things over with a professional counselor, sometimes people hesitate, fearing the possibility of being judged or not understood. I believe that providing a safe, trusting, and nonjudgmental environment is one of the most important elements of good therapy, an element that allows positive change to occur.

I strive for an experience that feels welcoming, warm, compassionate and where each person feels heard. I enjoy counseling because every person matters and can benefit from having a strong support network. It provides me joy to know that I've helped make a difference in a person's life. I have worked with individuals that suffer from depression, anxiety, and adjustment issues extensively.

Molly Thinnes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who completed her graduate degree in Social Work at Simmons University. During her time at Simmons, Molly completed two clinical internships where she worked with at risk youth and adults struggling with substance abuse. Molly then worked as a therapist in a residential treatment facility with teenagers who presented with a host of complex, trauma related symptoms. Molly has spent the past three years in private practice working with a variety of people and presenting problems.

Do you struggle with regulating your emotions, have a negative self-view, or notice that you struggle with maintaining relationships? Or maybe you recognize that you experience feelings of guilt, shame, and helplessness, while also struggling with anxiety, depression, or even dissociation. These symptoms often stem from exposure to trauma that has resulted in deep-rooted emotional and psychological wounds that may have come from experiencing an unhealthy relationship with a partner or a family member.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or exhausted? Do certain patterns in your life seem to persist, causing pain, discomfort, and frustration? Maybe there are past life experiences that feel hard to break free from. Therapy is a helpful tool in seeking relief from the things that hold us back emotionally, and it is my goal for each person who walks through my door to find support, empathy, and clinical expertise to achieve their mental health goals.

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).

Audrey has a background in working with those who have experienced domestic abuse, sexual assault, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and crisis intervention. Additionally, she has experience in working with children in the foster care system. Audrey is comfortable working with individuals, families, couples, and groups. Furthermore, she welcomes working with teens, young adults, and adults. She treats various issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and abuse.

Stop wondering, find confidence! You may accept that others are LGBTQIA+, but you struggle to accept this in yourself. You’ve started to explore the possibilities, but then you’re scared by what they could mean. You may judge yourself for not knowing yourself better or earlier. You want to lean more into your true self, but wonder what this could look like. You know who you are, but you’re scared to share this with others. I’d love to help you feel more certain! I am a Queer and Queer-affirming therapist who helps adults explore and express themselves through gender, sexuality, and beyond!

Ann L. Chan provides a unique healing experience in a calm space. I have cutting-edge knowledge related to the mind, body, and brain. She understands the origins of the problems related to trauma and attachment. I apply Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Somatic Practice, Transforming the Experience-Based Brain (TEB), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Havening.

With over 25 years of experience as a LCPC, my commitment to walking alongside people through their healing process with the utmost care and respect has only deepened. Primarily working with adults who are healing from trauma, I understand the overwhelm and exhaustion that often comes with being stuck in the unsupportive, negative response loop of trauma. I leverage a number of highly effective therapeutic modalities to help people live in the now instead of the past.

Has your life taken an unexpected detour? Maybe it's a chaotic relationship, unrelating anxiety or navigating difficult family dynamics. Whatever your struggles might be, fighting these battles on your own can be difficult, painful and sometimes overwhelming. However, there is an incredible amount of power in a strong therapeutic relationship where you can process life with someone who desires to fully understand you with a lens of compassion and empathy.

Have you experienced ongoing conflict, feelings of abandonment, or difficulties trusting others due to your family relationships? Do you find that these experiences leave you feeling anxious, depressed, or isolated? Family dynamic trauma can manifest in many ways, impacting your ability to form healthy relationships and function in daily life. The scars from past family interactions can run deep, causing emotional distress and influencing your mental health. Understanding that these feelings are linked to family dynamic trauma can open the door to meaningful change and recovery.