BlueCross BlueShield Therapists in Normal, IL
![Photo of Heather Holl, LCPC, MA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4ed586f9-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Many humans suffer from emotional distress and psychological symptoms due to aversive life events. Often times, negative experiences can become “stuck” in our brains impacting how we perceive ourselves, others, or the world. Our beliefs about ourselves can become skewed and negative. As a trauma-trained therapist, I can help you work through these past events and shift these beliefs in order to be able to live the life YOU want to live.
Many humans suffer from emotional distress and psychological symptoms due to aversive life events. Often times, negative experiences can become “stuck” in our brains impacting how we perceive ourselves, others, or the world. Our beliefs about ourselves can become skewed and negative. As a trauma-trained therapist, I can help you work through these past events and shift these beliefs in order to be able to live the life YOU want to live.
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Are you a couple or individual navigating significant life transitions, relationship challenges, or personal crises? My clients usually struggle with issues such as communication problems, intimacy issues, emotional distance, and/or feeling stuck. Their needs revolve around finding clarity, developing healthier coping mechanisms, and rebuilding trust and intimacy. Ultimately, my clients want to achieve emotional well-being, stronger connections, and a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships.
Are you a couple or individual navigating significant life transitions, relationship challenges, or personal crises? My clients usually struggle with issues such as communication problems, intimacy issues, emotional distance, and/or feeling stuck. Their needs revolve around finding clarity, developing healthier coping mechanisms, and rebuilding trust and intimacy. Ultimately, my clients want to achieve emotional well-being, stronger connections, and a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships.
![Photo of Lauren Black, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/59f8f635-6136-42f9-9fa4-510c5022bd6b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Many people experience road blocks throughout their journey in life. These road blocks can seem unbreakable. Other road blocks can seem small, but there are so many of them that start to add up. I am here to help! As a therapist, I believe all of my clients have the tools it takes to break through these road blocks; I am just here to help sharpen them. I consider it an honor to work with my clients and I enjoy being a part of their journey.
Many people experience road blocks throughout their journey in life. These road blocks can seem unbreakable. Other road blocks can seem small, but there are so many of them that start to add up. I am here to help! As a therapist, I believe all of my clients have the tools it takes to break through these road blocks; I am just here to help sharpen them. I consider it an honor to work with my clients and I enjoy being a part of their journey.
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Kenya Crouch is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 9 years of experience. She specializes in treating adults and seniors who have a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, parenting struggles, behavioral challenges, stress, and mood regulation. Kenya also has expertise in working with the adolescent population and has spent time in settings including crisis intervention, child welfare, residential services, and serious mental illness.
Kenya Crouch is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 9 years of experience. She specializes in treating adults and seniors who have a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, parenting struggles, behavioral challenges, stress, and mood regulation. Kenya also has expertise in working with the adolescent population and has spent time in settings including crisis intervention, child welfare, residential services, and serious mental illness.
![Photo of Stacey Monroe, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/14c35288-eb19-4ff2-a53d-e465ce6f201a/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi there, I'm Stacey Monroe, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of clinical experience. Over the years, I've worked with diverse populations in multiple settings, including medical social work, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), community mental health, homeless services, and private practice. As a unique individual, you deserve an approach that is tailored to your needs. While I take an eclectic approach to therapy, I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you develop tools for success.
Hi there, I'm Stacey Monroe, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of clinical experience. Over the years, I've worked with diverse populations in multiple settings, including medical social work, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), community mental health, homeless services, and private practice. As a unique individual, you deserve an approach that is tailored to your needs. While I take an eclectic approach to therapy, I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you develop tools for success.
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Amber Williams is Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 12 years of professional work experience in the mental health field. Amber has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, LGBTQI+-related issues, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. Amber believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. As an eclectic therapist, Amber will tailor your dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Amber offers clients anAmber Comp open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Amber Williams is Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 12 years of professional work experience in the mental health field. Amber has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, LGBTQI+-related issues, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. Amber believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. As an eclectic therapist, Amber will tailor your dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Amber offers clients anAmber Comp open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
![Photo of Erin Everly, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0803dee0-88c7-47d0-9572-633e36756205/1/320x400.jpeg)
Every person has a unique life story and their own journey that is no one else's. I truly believe you are the expert in your own life & the more you discover about yourself during therapy, the more healing can be achieved. I strive to develop an open, honest, and caring therapeutic relationship with each of my clients. I also carry an inherent believe that people are good. I aim to offer a mix between a laid back, relaxed, & comfortable environment while also being honest & assertive while in session.
Every person has a unique life story and their own journey that is no one else's. I truly believe you are the expert in your own life & the more you discover about yourself during therapy, the more healing can be achieved. I strive to develop an open, honest, and caring therapeutic relationship with each of my clients. I also carry an inherent believe that people are good. I aim to offer a mix between a laid back, relaxed, & comfortable environment while also being honest & assertive while in session.
![Photo of Dawn M Leedie, MC, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fda46647-a67d-41ef-9dc1-d04df56460d0/3/320x400.jpeg)
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS *** My job as a therapist is to help when you feel overwhelmed, confused, or lost. This process frequently requires working through the impact of past experiences and/or thought patterns which keep you stuck. Therapy is a process of self-exploration and increasing self-awareness to realize the power you have to make changes in your life. My hope is that with our work together you find insight, confidence, and a more positive way of looking at your world.
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS *** My job as a therapist is to help when you feel overwhelmed, confused, or lost. This process frequently requires working through the impact of past experiences and/or thought patterns which keep you stuck. Therapy is a process of self-exploration and increasing self-awareness to realize the power you have to make changes in your life. My hope is that with our work together you find insight, confidence, and a more positive way of looking at your world.
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Casey specializes with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-injury, family of origin problems, childhood trauma, binge eating disorder, and phase of life concerns. She helps clients resolve their presenting concerns while building upon and utilizing their strengths to live genuinely with clarity, balance, and purpose in order to effectively change and fulfill their life goals.
Casey specializes with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-injury, family of origin problems, childhood trauma, binge eating disorder, and phase of life concerns. She helps clients resolve their presenting concerns while building upon and utilizing their strengths to live genuinely with clarity, balance, and purpose in order to effectively change and fulfill their life goals.
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Welcome to a Safe Haven for Young Minds! Hey there, wonderful parents and caregivers! Are you seeking a compassionate and skilled ally for your child's emotional well-being? Look no further! I'm Zoe Baker, LCSW, a dedicated and empathetic child and adolescent psychologist here at Psychology Today. My passion lies in creating a nurturing space where young hearts can flourish. With a specialization in trauma, emotional regulation, attachment issues, anxiety, and depression, I am committed to helping your children aged 4 to 16 navigate the complexities of their emotions.
Welcome to a Safe Haven for Young Minds! Hey there, wonderful parents and caregivers! Are you seeking a compassionate and skilled ally for your child's emotional well-being? Look no further! I'm Zoe Baker, LCSW, a dedicated and empathetic child and adolescent psychologist here at Psychology Today. My passion lies in creating a nurturing space where young hearts can flourish. With a specialization in trauma, emotional regulation, attachment issues, anxiety, and depression, I am committed to helping your children aged 4 to 16 navigate the complexities of their emotions.
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Life gets hard, challenging, and overwhelming. For that reason, having someone that provides a safe, nonjudgmental space that embraces all of who we are to talk, discuss, and process our mental health concerns can help us heal. I am here to help with that! As a therapist, I can help guide and stand by your side through your healing process. I am a bilingual and bicultural (Spanish-English) Latina therapist that understands the importance of feeling heard, understood, and welcomed in a therapeutic space that embraces diversity.
Life gets hard, challenging, and overwhelming. For that reason, having someone that provides a safe, nonjudgmental space that embraces all of who we are to talk, discuss, and process our mental health concerns can help us heal. I am here to help with that! As a therapist, I can help guide and stand by your side through your healing process. I am a bilingual and bicultural (Spanish-English) Latina therapist that understands the importance of feeling heard, understood, and welcomed in a therapeutic space that embraces diversity.
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Curious about the future? Wondering if it's worth it? Seeking hope amidst challenges? Let's journey together! I'm Tori, a Southern Illinois native now in BLONO since 2021. With Poppy (my dachshund), music, and loved ones, I find joy. Warm, dedicated, open-minded—I'm here to support. Mental health in the community brings me happiness. My office is a welcoming, safe space. Therapy "aha moments" are my favorite. Personal health varies; together, we'll tailor a plan. I've worked with diverse individuals, addressing issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, and more.
Curious about the future? Wondering if it's worth it? Seeking hope amidst challenges? Let's journey together! I'm Tori, a Southern Illinois native now in BLONO since 2021. With Poppy (my dachshund), music, and loved ones, I find joy. Warm, dedicated, open-minded—I'm here to support. Mental health in the community brings me happiness. My office is a welcoming, safe space. Therapy "aha moments" are my favorite. Personal health varies; together, we'll tailor a plan. I've worked with diverse individuals, addressing issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, and more.
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Entering into counseling is the beginning of discovery and change. It's an important decision that deserves careful consideration. I've observed that most people want freedom from suffering and to live authentic, satisfying lives. Yet they may feel overwhelmed by the challenges of contemporary society while coping with life transitions, grief, relationships, self-esteem and identity issues, trauma, and spiritual crises. Where does one begin? A therapist can be an important guide in navigating the inner world of emotions while also building more effective skills for living in a dynamic, ever-shifting world.
Entering into counseling is the beginning of discovery and change. It's an important decision that deserves careful consideration. I've observed that most people want freedom from suffering and to live authentic, satisfying lives. Yet they may feel overwhelmed by the challenges of contemporary society while coping with life transitions, grief, relationships, self-esteem and identity issues, trauma, and spiritual crises. Where does one begin? A therapist can be an important guide in navigating the inner world of emotions while also building more effective skills for living in a dynamic, ever-shifting world.
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Shannon Griffith
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Normal, IL 61761
It is difficult enough to face the challenges of life without the added weight of depression, anxiety, feeling lost, and other mental health concerns. I am here to provide you with a nonjudgmental, genuine, and accepting space to explore topics that we often avoid. Whether you are seeking therapy for your relationships, past traumas, stress from expectations, or feeling overwhelmed with work or school, I want to help you find the best version of yourself.
It is difficult enough to face the challenges of life without the added weight of depression, anxiety, feeling lost, and other mental health concerns. I am here to provide you with a nonjudgmental, genuine, and accepting space to explore topics that we often avoid. Whether you are seeking therapy for your relationships, past traumas, stress from expectations, or feeling overwhelmed with work or school, I want to help you find the best version of yourself.
![Photo of Emily Gerber, MA, LCPC , Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/30be25b5-603b-44a0-a7d0-79dfea8c56fa/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (MA, LCPC) in central Illinois. I have been working in the mental health field specializing in trauma across the lifespan (children, adolescents, and adults). My clinical expertise and training includes trauma focused therapy, shame and resiliency, healthy relationships, as well as working alongside foster and adoptive families. I believe therapy includes “an us.” It is an engaging and collaborative process. My hope is to provide a safe and warm environment to facilitate healing and growth.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (MA, LCPC) in central Illinois. I have been working in the mental health field specializing in trauma across the lifespan (children, adolescents, and adults). My clinical expertise and training includes trauma focused therapy, shame and resiliency, healthy relationships, as well as working alongside foster and adoptive families. I believe therapy includes “an us.” It is an engaging and collaborative process. My hope is to provide a safe and warm environment to facilitate healing and growth.
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Liz Fultz
Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP-II, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Normal, IL 61761
Waitlist for new clients
Contrary to what many people believe, not all adversity is bad. Over coming challenges produces strength in character, improves competency and leads to joy. Trauma occurs when adversity in life outweighs our available resources. As a EMDR and Trauma Certified therapist, I also incorporate techniques informed by the Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) & Somatic Experiencing (SE) for a bottom up approach. However, my main goal is to remind you of what we all intuitively know - that healing can only happen within the context of emotionally safe relationships. You are safe here.
Contrary to what many people believe, not all adversity is bad. Over coming challenges produces strength in character, improves competency and leads to joy. Trauma occurs when adversity in life outweighs our available resources. As a EMDR and Trauma Certified therapist, I also incorporate techniques informed by the Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) & Somatic Experiencing (SE) for a bottom up approach. However, my main goal is to remind you of what we all intuitively know - that healing can only happen within the context of emotionally safe relationships. You are safe here.
![Photo of Bailey Wiseman, ATR-BC, LCPC, Art Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6193ca6c-fae4-4e03-b5a6-65a375868b56/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Board Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I practice through an Adlerian and person centered approach where I believe wholeheartedly that therapy is about the relationship and everyone is living their own unique life. This approach is client focused, meaning you are in charge of your therapeutic process, wherein self-discovery and acceptance are facilitated and used to gain personal growth and healing. In addition, I am a certified Trauma Informed Yoga Teacher, where the goal is to obtain skills in regulating your nervous system & regain connection to the body that so often becomes neglected.
I am a Board Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I practice through an Adlerian and person centered approach where I believe wholeheartedly that therapy is about the relationship and everyone is living their own unique life. This approach is client focused, meaning you are in charge of your therapeutic process, wherein self-discovery and acceptance are facilitated and used to gain personal growth and healing. In addition, I am a certified Trauma Informed Yoga Teacher, where the goal is to obtain skills in regulating your nervous system & regain connection to the body that so often becomes neglected.
![Photo of Mallory Hippler, MA, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6ffccdf7-3a08-4d21-80c3-fee7888473da/1/320x400.jpeg)
Everyone faces stress, major life transitions and hard choices in life. The good news is that you don't have to face any of these challenges alone. I believe that counseling can help you work through this issues in a non- judgmental safe space.
Everyone faces stress, major life transitions and hard choices in life. The good news is that you don't have to face any of these challenges alone. I believe that counseling can help you work through this issues in a non- judgmental safe space.
Trina McCarty
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Normal, IL 61761
Waitlist for new clients
I feel that counseling is a path to wellness and positive change, in which the client is an active participant in the healing process. Counseling should not only address symptoms, but the whole person, mind, body and spirit.
I feel that counseling is a path to wellness and positive change, in which the client is an active participant in the healing process. Counseling should not only address symptoms, but the whole person, mind, body and spirit.
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We all experience difficulties in life at some point, I would love to walk along side you and build a partnership as we work to deal with relationship issues, grief/loss, depression, anxiety or various life transitions. Preteens, adolescents, young adults, adults as well as couples can all benefit from therapy and working together to improve overall functioning.
We all experience difficulties in life at some point, I would love to walk along side you and build a partnership as we work to deal with relationship issues, grief/loss, depression, anxiety or various life transitions. Preteens, adolescents, young adults, adults as well as couples can all benefit from therapy and working together to improve overall functioning.