In Person Therapists in Champaign, IL
I have a person-centered, relational, and eclectic style for counseling and believe building rapport and trust is the cornerstone for getting to some of the tougher issues. I try to give clients something they can take with them after a session (like a certain coping technique to practice), especially in the beginning when things can feel overwhelming. Once my clients are comfortable, I utilize tools such as practicing emotional regulation, role playing, etc. and integrating other techniques like art, ego state, EMDR-whatever the client needs most at that time.
I have a person-centered, relational, and eclectic style for counseling and believe building rapport and trust is the cornerstone for getting to some of the tougher issues. I try to give clients something they can take with them after a session (like a certain coping technique to practice), especially in the beginning when things can feel overwhelming. Once my clients are comfortable, I utilize tools such as practicing emotional regulation, role playing, etc. and integrating other techniques like art, ego state, EMDR-whatever the client needs most at that time.
We strive for happiness and avoid discomfort. I am passionate about helping you with your discomfort using various theraputic methods to find your happier place. Working in a private practice allows me to utilize many techniques of counseling and psychotherapy. Clinically, I adapt a treatment approach based on client goals or goals we set together. I believe one's life story as it relates to his or her behavior is a fascinating self-exploration exercise that everyone should have the chance to experience - especially given the fact that understanding self is imperative to acceptance and/or change.
We strive for happiness and avoid discomfort. I am passionate about helping you with your discomfort using various theraputic methods to find your happier place. Working in a private practice allows me to utilize many techniques of counseling and psychotherapy. Clinically, I adapt a treatment approach based on client goals or goals we set together. I believe one's life story as it relates to his or her behavior is a fascinating self-exploration exercise that everyone should have the chance to experience - especially given the fact that understanding self is imperative to acceptance and/or change.
You are your greatest investment. Ranya journeys with you to help you fulfill your goals, address stressors in your life, and create a personalized culturally competent, holistic plan that works for you. Ranya is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Internationally Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor, and Nationally Board-Certified with a clinical credential in Child and Family Therapy. She provides clinical therapy services to children, adolescents, adults, family, and couples.
You are your greatest investment. Ranya journeys with you to help you fulfill your goals, address stressors in your life, and create a personalized culturally competent, holistic plan that works for you. Ranya is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Internationally Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor, and Nationally Board-Certified with a clinical credential in Child and Family Therapy. She provides clinical therapy services to children, adolescents, adults, family, and couples.
I like to utilize a strengths-based approach like motivational interviewing with clients, which encompasses active listening, reflections, goal setting, and empathy. I work with all populations but especially enjoy working with adolescents and young adults, specifically those with anxiety and stress-related concerns. My core values are to meet people where they are at and to reduce suffering. I often use this proverb: "Give a man a fish, you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, you feed him for a lifetime." I view social work and counseling as powerful and broad tool to assist clients in restoring their independence.
I like to utilize a strengths-based approach like motivational interviewing with clients, which encompasses active listening, reflections, goal setting, and empathy. I work with all populations but especially enjoy working with adolescents and young adults, specifically those with anxiety and stress-related concerns. My core values are to meet people where they are at and to reduce suffering. I often use this proverb: "Give a man a fish, you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, you feed him for a lifetime." I view social work and counseling as powerful and broad tool to assist clients in restoring their independence.
My overall goal is to guide my clients to experience improved mental health and the empowerment needed to continue and maintain the improvements they attain. I do consider myself a generalist and am comfortable with most populations. I have experience working in outpatient settings, residential treatment centers, and inpatient psychiatric settings. My specialties include depression, anxiety, bi-polar and relationship issues, as well as numerous other issues affecting emotional and social well being. I strongly believe in therapy that is strength-based and tailored to the individual client's needs.
My overall goal is to guide my clients to experience improved mental health and the empowerment needed to continue and maintain the improvements they attain. I do consider myself a generalist and am comfortable with most populations. I have experience working in outpatient settings, residential treatment centers, and inpatient psychiatric settings. My specialties include depression, anxiety, bi-polar and relationship issues, as well as numerous other issues affecting emotional and social well being. I strongly believe in therapy that is strength-based and tailored to the individual client's needs.
Finding a therapist you feel comfortable talking to can make a huge difference, in your progress, since therapy takes place within the context of a relationship. During my 28 years as a therapist, I discovered I quickly develop therapeutic trust and rapport with most clients. Also, clients generally respond positively to my open and direct communication.
Finding a therapist you feel comfortable talking to can make a huge difference, in your progress, since therapy takes place within the context of a relationship. During my 28 years as a therapist, I discovered I quickly develop therapeutic trust and rapport with most clients. Also, clients generally respond positively to my open and direct communication.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with advanced experience in marriage and family counseling. For nearly a decade, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals and families in a variety of settings and circumstances. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, whether that is working with individuals, families, or couples. My focus is to work with my clients to identify their individual needs, and establish goals that not only assist in meeting those needs, but that celebrate the strengths and gifts that already exist in them.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with advanced experience in marriage and family counseling. For nearly a decade, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals and families in a variety of settings and circumstances. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, whether that is working with individuals, families, or couples. My focus is to work with my clients to identify their individual needs, and establish goals that not only assist in meeting those needs, but that celebrate the strengths and gifts that already exist in them.
I am a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Illinois, and I am also a trained EMDR therapist. I am experienced working with children, teens, and adults who are seeking counseling for a wide range of emotional and life experiences. I particularly enjoying working with children and teens. I am comfortable with and supportive of individuals who are on the spectrum or neuro divergent. I am driven to work with individuals who have experienced trauma of any kind, and I am particularly called to work with Police Officers, Medical Personnel, or other First Responders who are highly impacted by what they experience at work.
I am a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Illinois, and I am also a trained EMDR therapist. I am experienced working with children, teens, and adults who are seeking counseling for a wide range of emotional and life experiences. I particularly enjoying working with children and teens. I am comfortable with and supportive of individuals who are on the spectrum or neuro divergent. I am driven to work with individuals who have experienced trauma of any kind, and I am particularly called to work with Police Officers, Medical Personnel, or other First Responders who are highly impacted by what they experience at work.
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.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing mental health treatment. During my graduate internship, I worked at a rape crisis center and was privileged to witness the resiliency and strength of those who have experienced significant traumas in their life. After receiving my master’s degree from Western Illinois University, I worked for 9 years at the local rape crisis center, which offered me valuable training in trauma and opportunities to grow in my clinical work.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing mental health treatment. During my graduate internship, I worked at a rape crisis center and was privileged to witness the resiliency and strength of those who have experienced significant traumas in their life. After receiving my master’s degree from Western Illinois University, I worked for 9 years at the local rape crisis center, which offered me valuable training in trauma and opportunities to grow in my clinical work.
Jessica Giuffrida
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61820
As your therapist, I hope to build a safe and trusting relationship with you where you feel seen and heard for who you are. I completed my bachelor's degree in developmental psychology and my master's degree in clinical rehabilitation and mental health counseling from the University of Pittsburgh. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples with a wide variety of concerns, including anxiety, mood disorders, neurodivergence, life transitions, and relationship issues. My goal is to aid clients in the process of gaining awareness and knowledge about themselves, their mental & emotional well-being, and their relationships with others.
As your therapist, I hope to build a safe and trusting relationship with you where you feel seen and heard for who you are. I completed my bachelor's degree in developmental psychology and my master's degree in clinical rehabilitation and mental health counseling from the University of Pittsburgh. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples with a wide variety of concerns, including anxiety, mood disorders, neurodivergence, life transitions, and relationship issues. My goal is to aid clients in the process of gaining awareness and knowledge about themselves, their mental & emotional well-being, and their relationships with others.
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My name is Dr. Nashat Shams, and I'm a physician and a Health Psychologist who has worked in this industry since 2005. I have vast experience in counseling individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds and with different age groups. I don't treat diagnoses but clients with compassion and empathy. My interventional approach is CBT, Mindful, and TEAM-CBT. Due to my family background, I'm sensitive to and respectful of various cultures and social backgrounds. I started the journey as a physician and finally became a Ph.D. clinician as I found that the human body cannot be treated without having a healthy mind.
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Sarah McLoughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61820
I help clients achieve greater wellness through a holistic approach that integrates aspects of the mind, body, and spirit. I utilize a client-centered, strengths based approach, and provide a compassionate and accepting environment.
I help clients achieve greater wellness through a holistic approach that integrates aspects of the mind, body, and spirit. I utilize a client-centered, strengths based approach, and provide a compassionate and accepting environment.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with a Masters Degree from the University of Illinois Springfield. I started my field work as an addiction counselor in outpatient and residential settings. I have great knowledge and expertise working with addictions and recovery, but also specialize in treating ADHD, especially in adults. Other areas of experience include anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, couples therapy, and family therapy. I am a certified Yoga Instructor, and often use yoga as a therapeutic modality in my sessions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with a Masters Degree from the University of Illinois Springfield. I started my field work as an addiction counselor in outpatient and residential settings. I have great knowledge and expertise working with addictions and recovery, but also specialize in treating ADHD, especially in adults. Other areas of experience include anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, couples therapy, and family therapy. I am a certified Yoga Instructor, and often use yoga as a therapeutic modality in my sessions.
David McDaniel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61820
Life's hurdles can really take a toll on your spirit, dimming your self-belief and hope for brighter days. You might find yourself peeking out from behind a facade of "I've got it all together," while inside it feels like a chaotic jumble of emotions and doubts. I understand that feeling of not quite fitting in – whether it's due to battling with your emotions, grappling with your identity, or facing the aftermath of difficult experiences. My office can be a safe space where you're a valued individual deserving of understanding and compassion, because everyone deserves a place where they truly belong.
Life's hurdles can really take a toll on your spirit, dimming your self-belief and hope for brighter days. You might find yourself peeking out from behind a facade of "I've got it all together," while inside it feels like a chaotic jumble of emotions and doubts. I understand that feeling of not quite fitting in – whether it's due to battling with your emotions, grappling with your identity, or facing the aftermath of difficult experiences. My office can be a safe space where you're a valued individual deserving of understanding and compassion, because everyone deserves a place where they truly belong.
Christine Mayer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Champaign, IL 61820
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I firmly believe that therapy services should be available and affordable to all who need them. I use individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I am also the Clinical Supervisor at Compass. As a graduate of the University of Illinois with 25 years of experience as a therapist, I am currently serving as a clinician working with a broad spectrum of clients with a non-judgmental and sex-positive attitude. Among my areas of expertise are LGBTQIA+ clientele (specifically with transfolks), abuse and trauma, depression and anxiety, and anger management. I have also worked with polyamorous folk.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I firmly believe that therapy services should be available and affordable to all who need them. I use individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I am also the Clinical Supervisor at Compass. As a graduate of the University of Illinois with 25 years of experience as a therapist, I am currently serving as a clinician working with a broad spectrum of clients with a non-judgmental and sex-positive attitude. Among my areas of expertise are LGBTQIA+ clientele (specifically with transfolks), abuse and trauma, depression and anxiety, and anger management. I have also worked with polyamorous folk.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, received in 2018. I have worked in social services since 2014 in a variety of settings, including residential treatment, community mental health, and private practice. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults as they cope with a variety of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, trauma, grief, and religious transitions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, received in 2018. I have worked in social services since 2014 in a variety of settings, including residential treatment, community mental health, and private practice. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults as they cope with a variety of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, trauma, grief, and religious transitions.
As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, and relaxed space for clients to explore themselves with curiosity and self compassion. Respecting that each client is the authority on their own experiences, I'm here to employ therapeutic approaches to support their unique healing journey. I often help clients develop coping skills, self awareness, effective communication strategies, and emotional agility.
As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, and relaxed space for clients to explore themselves with curiosity and self compassion. Respecting that each client is the authority on their own experiences, I'm here to employ therapeutic approaches to support their unique healing journey. I often help clients develop coping skills, self awareness, effective communication strategies, and emotional agility.
It takes a lot of strength and courage to seek help when you are hurting, feel like things are falling apart, confused, scared, and feel like things are out of control. I am here to help you through the process of regaining control of your life, learning healthy ways of coping, healing, recovering, resolving conflict, growing and becoming the best version of you. I work with children, adolescents, emerging adults, adults, couples and families. I provide therapy to people who are struggling with a range of concerns, including trauma, grief and loss, behavioral challenges, mood disorders, anxiety, and relationship problems, etc.
It takes a lot of strength and courage to seek help when you are hurting, feel like things are falling apart, confused, scared, and feel like things are out of control. I am here to help you through the process of regaining control of your life, learning healthy ways of coping, healing, recovering, resolving conflict, growing and becoming the best version of you. I work with children, adolescents, emerging adults, adults, couples and families. I provide therapy to people who are struggling with a range of concerns, including trauma, grief and loss, behavioral challenges, mood disorders, anxiety, and relationship problems, etc.
I am a Licensed Social Work and graduated from the University of Illinois School of Social Work. I have worked in mental health and social work since 2004. I have been employed in a hospital setting supporting youth and families who presented with a host of complex, trauma-related symptoms. In the area of social work, I have worked with families in the foster care system and in the area of crisis intervention with a solution-based approach. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and have a special interest in helping people in their twenties who are going through life transitions.
I am a Licensed Social Work and graduated from the University of Illinois School of Social Work. I have worked in mental health and social work since 2004. I have been employed in a hospital setting supporting youth and families who presented with a host of complex, trauma-related symptoms. In the area of social work, I have worked with families in the foster care system and in the area of crisis intervention with a solution-based approach. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and have a special interest in helping people in their twenties who are going through life transitions.
