Therapists in Plainfield, IL
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Abundant Life Counseling & Wellness Group, Inc.
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60586 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clients include individual adults, couples, families, and groups. During my years in the counseling field I've worked with depression, anxiety, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm, addictions, dissociative disorders, men's and women's issues, codepedency, communication, infidelity, grief and loss, boundaries, divorce, parenting, marital problems, eating disorders, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, and many other issues.
My clients include individual adults, couples, families, and groups. During my years in the counseling field I've worked with depression, anxiety, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm, addictions, dissociative disorders, men's and women's issues, codepedency, communication, infidelity, grief and loss, boundaries, divorce, parenting, marital problems, eating disorders, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, and many other issues.
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Megan N Hutchinson Krings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
I have a passion for journeying with individuals and families who have a hunch or a longing for something different, better, in their lives. Together I collaborate with folks to address how neglected hunches may breed uncomfortable symptoms such as burn out, addictions, isolation and frustrations within relationships. By exploring values, strengths, and communication styles I coach clients through their discomforts and empower them to bring forth a new sense of self-worth and direction.
I have a passion for journeying with individuals and families who have a hunch or a longing for something different, better, in their lives. Together I collaborate with folks to address how neglected hunches may breed uncomfortable symptoms such as burn out, addictions, isolation and frustrations within relationships. By exploring values, strengths, and communication styles I coach clients through their discomforts and empower them to bring forth a new sense of self-worth and direction.
![Photo of Brian Hazard, LPC, CADC, NCC, HS-BCP, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fd9ab986-5e5d-4878-b20e-0b95b811e9cf/2/320x400.jpeg)
Brian Hazard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC, NCC, HS-BCP
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard for everyone. You may feel stressed, anxious, confined, angry, or depressed. You may even feel **guilty** for feelings those things. You don't have to deal with it alone. Let me help you cope and find ways to adjust to these new challenges. If you are ready to take the next big step but you don't know how - If you are willing to try out new things once our session is over - If you are able to open up to a new perspective... Then you are ready, willing, and able! We can start moving you in the right direction. Seriously - let's get going.
The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard for everyone. You may feel stressed, anxious, confined, angry, or depressed. You may even feel **guilty** for feelings those things. You don't have to deal with it alone. Let me help you cope and find ways to adjust to these new challenges. If you are ready to take the next big step but you don't know how - If you are willing to try out new things once our session is over - If you are able to open up to a new perspective... Then you are ready, willing, and able! We can start moving you in the right direction. Seriously - let's get going.
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Shannon is a dedicated and compassionate therapist with 16 years of experience. She places the utmost importance on making her clients feel comfortable in creating an environment that they will feel confident in sharing experiences and begin the healing process. Shannon believes one of the greatest gifts of therapy is the alliance between the therapist and the client. This unique relationship helps elicit change and allows the client to use the skills that they have learned to make positive lifelong gains.
Shannon is a dedicated and compassionate therapist with 16 years of experience. She places the utmost importance on making her clients feel comfortable in creating an environment that they will feel confident in sharing experiences and begin the healing process. Shannon believes one of the greatest gifts of therapy is the alliance between the therapist and the client. This unique relationship helps elicit change and allows the client to use the skills that they have learned to make positive lifelong gains.
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Vanessa Corley is a U.S. Air Force veteran who earned her undergraduate degree in psychology at the University of Texas at El Paso in 2016. Vanessa completed her internship with Taking Control and is a recent graduate from Walden University with an MS in Clinical Mental Health and Counseling specializing in military families and culture.
Vanessa Corley is a U.S. Air Force veteran who earned her undergraduate degree in psychology at the University of Texas at El Paso in 2016. Vanessa completed her internship with Taking Control and is a recent graduate from Walden University with an MS in Clinical Mental Health and Counseling specializing in military families and culture.
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Brandis Smith-Moncrief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60585 (Online Only)
Being a mother is hard work. It is very rewarding but it does come with it’s stressors—more so now that we are in the middle of a pandemic. It’s a demanding role and it may seem impossible to find the time to catch your breath. You can find yourself overwhelmed or underwhelmed by motherhood and that can be stressful in itself. Motherhood can bring on feelings of sadness and anxiety to the point where you need someone to walk you through those feelings. I can help you walk through and work through those feelings. You will learn to cope, while continually being a great mother, and learn to incorporate taking care of yourself as well.
Being a mother is hard work. It is very rewarding but it does come with it’s stressors—more so now that we are in the middle of a pandemic. It’s a demanding role and it may seem impossible to find the time to catch your breath. You can find yourself overwhelmed or underwhelmed by motherhood and that can be stressful in itself. Motherhood can bring on feelings of sadness and anxiety to the point where you need someone to walk you through those feelings. I can help you walk through and work through those feelings. You will learn to cope, while continually being a great mother, and learn to incorporate taking care of yourself as well.
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I believe that therapy is a collaborative space for individuals to gain insight and coping skills that best suit their journey of self-growth. My goal is to provide a non-judgemental, safe, and supportive environment for individuals to become empowered and overcome personal obstacles. I believe that counseling can be compared to the metaphor of how a flower grows. You are the seed, and counseling is the soil and water. The seed already knows exactly how to grow and blossom into a beautiful flower – but it's also important for the seed to have the right type of environment to grow and prosper in.
I believe that therapy is a collaborative space for individuals to gain insight and coping skills that best suit their journey of self-growth. My goal is to provide a non-judgemental, safe, and supportive environment for individuals to become empowered and overcome personal obstacles. I believe that counseling can be compared to the metaphor of how a flower grows. You are the seed, and counseling is the soil and water. The seed already knows exactly how to grow and blossom into a beautiful flower – but it's also important for the seed to have the right type of environment to grow and prosper in.
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Kirian Harrison
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LMHC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
Hi! I am a mother of 2 that has been residing in the Plainfield area for 3 years. I have been practicing for 9 years and specifically in private practice for 2 years. I am fully licensed in Illinois and have worked in a variety of settings including outpatient, schools, and residential. I have received advanced training and am now fully certified in perinatal mental health mood and anxiety disorders. I specialize in working with birthing people and their families during one of the most challenging periods of life. I also love working with children, adults, families, and couples to assist them in achieving their goals.
Hi! I am a mother of 2 that has been residing in the Plainfield area for 3 years. I have been practicing for 9 years and specifically in private practice for 2 years. I am fully licensed in Illinois and have worked in a variety of settings including outpatient, schools, and residential. I have received advanced training and am now fully certified in perinatal mental health mood and anxiety disorders. I specialize in working with birthing people and their families during one of the most challenging periods of life. I also love working with children, adults, families, and couples to assist them in achieving their goals.
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I strive to create a supportive, empathic and non-judgmental environment in therapy, and have a strengths-based perspective in my work. I feel that developing a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship is essential. My role is to assist clients on their journey of personal development while offering support to develop healthy skills and strategies to cope with life stressors, improve their relationships and manage their emotions. I have experience with children, adolescents and adults.
I strive to create a supportive, empathic and non-judgmental environment in therapy, and have a strengths-based perspective in my work. I feel that developing a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship is essential. My role is to assist clients on their journey of personal development while offering support to develop healthy skills and strategies to cope with life stressors, improve their relationships and manage their emotions. I have experience with children, adolescents and adults.
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Adianis Contreras, LPC, wants each of her clients to reach a place of hope. Hope is the precursor of change. Without hope, it is difficult to come up with a goal or create steps to get out of an undesired situation. Adianis received a psychology degree from University of Missouri and she has completed her Master's Degree in mental health counseling.
Adianis Contreras, LPC, wants each of her clients to reach a place of hope. Hope is the precursor of change. Without hope, it is difficult to come up with a goal or create steps to get out of an undesired situation. Adianis received a psychology degree from University of Missouri and she has completed her Master's Degree in mental health counseling.
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I believe in creating a therapeutic environment that is conducive to healing / growth. It is important I develop a strong, genuine relationship with clients that allows me to deeply understand each person's own unique experiences and to accept each person as they are without judgment. I meet clients where they're at in their life processes and collaborate with them in order to help navigate and find solutions to their struggles. I can help with self harming, divorce, relationship issues, identity struggles, anxiety, depression, stress, emotion regulation, etc. I am especially well versed in DBT and understanding neurodiversity.
I believe in creating a therapeutic environment that is conducive to healing / growth. It is important I develop a strong, genuine relationship with clients that allows me to deeply understand each person's own unique experiences and to accept each person as they are without judgment. I meet clients where they're at in their life processes and collaborate with them in order to help navigate and find solutions to their struggles. I can help with self harming, divorce, relationship issues, identity struggles, anxiety, depression, stress, emotion regulation, etc. I am especially well versed in DBT and understanding neurodiversity.
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Bob Healy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60544
Bob is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Denison University and a Masters in Social Work from the University of St. Francis. Empathy and non-judgement are focal points for Bob's therapeutic approach. He believes that building a strong therapeutic alliance, in which the therapist and client partner to identify opportunities for forward progress, is a key to positive outcomes. Reframing life problems into life solutions is what drew Bob into becoming a therapist.
Bob is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Denison University and a Masters in Social Work from the University of St. Francis. Empathy and non-judgement are focal points for Bob's therapeutic approach. He believes that building a strong therapeutic alliance, in which the therapist and client partner to identify opportunities for forward progress, is a key to positive outcomes. Reframing life problems into life solutions is what drew Bob into becoming a therapist.
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Christina Robertson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60586 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Healing is in the honesty. You have been where you are for a while and now you are finally ready to make a change for you. Unresolved hurt, doubt, struggles with self worth, imposter syndrome, fighting for everyone but you, feeling stuck, overwhelmed and the list goes on. You need someone to help you process the past that is hindering you from living healed. As a licensed therapist it has been my life’s work to help people just like you. It's time to make you a priority and give yourself space to focus on you. It's your time to grow, process, explore and heal from the inside out.
Healing is in the honesty. You have been where you are for a while and now you are finally ready to make a change for you. Unresolved hurt, doubt, struggles with self worth, imposter syndrome, fighting for everyone but you, feeling stuck, overwhelmed and the list goes on. You need someone to help you process the past that is hindering you from living healed. As a licensed therapist it has been my life’s work to help people just like you. It's time to make you a priority and give yourself space to focus on you. It's your time to grow, process, explore and heal from the inside out.
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Emily Christine Gibson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
Perhaps you find yourself living a life you did not anticipate - or you struggle to find fulfillment in the day-to-day grind. You may be dealing with issues in your marriage or relationships, parenting challenges, or unexpected life events and coping is often difficult. Happiness may seem all but impossible. But in our work together, we will ask and answer the hard questions and put in real work to uncover why things are the way they are, strengthen your relationships, and provide practical actions, skills, and approaches to make things significantly better and even get to a place that reflects the life you envisioned for yourself.
Perhaps you find yourself living a life you did not anticipate - or you struggle to find fulfillment in the day-to-day grind. You may be dealing with issues in your marriage or relationships, parenting challenges, or unexpected life events and coping is often difficult. Happiness may seem all but impossible. But in our work together, we will ask and answer the hard questions and put in real work to uncover why things are the way they are, strengthen your relationships, and provide practical actions, skills, and approaches to make things significantly better and even get to a place that reflects the life you envisioned for yourself.
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It's amazing that even despite our similarities as humans, we are all so very different individually. We all have our own unique experiences, challenges, and struggles. It may even feel lonely being the only one who knows your exact feelings. However, if someone could just understand a fraction of what you are going through, there can be a sense of hope - and a sense of connection.
It's amazing that even despite our similarities as humans, we are all so very different individually. We all have our own unique experiences, challenges, and struggles. It may even feel lonely being the only one who knows your exact feelings. However, if someone could just understand a fraction of what you are going through, there can be a sense of hope - and a sense of connection.
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Jennifer Kovachevich
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60544 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who works with individuals, groups, couples, and families. I enjoy working with adolescents and couples. I have a lot of expertise in helping my clients with stress management, self-esteem issues, communication skills, peer conflict, women's issues and men's issues. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship and I approach each client individually to determine their course of treatment. I also have a degree in Dietetics and understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
I have extensive experience helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who works with individuals, groups, couples, and families. I enjoy working with adolescents and couples. I have a lot of expertise in helping my clients with stress management, self-esteem issues, communication skills, peer conflict, women's issues and men's issues. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship and I approach each client individually to determine their course of treatment. I also have a degree in Dietetics and understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
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Alex E McKibbin MS LCPC
Counselor, MS, LCPC, LSOTP, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60544
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults who are comfortable with a one on one approach to counseling. Working with children in therapy always involves working with the parents. As with adolescents, providing them with a sense of privacy and trust is something I try to develop from the very beginning. For adults, privacy, confidentiality, and respect occur in a atmosphere of warmth and patience. If you are dealing with Attention Deficit Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Panic attacks, Bipolar Disorder, or Post Traumatic Stress, I am sure you will find the relief you are looking for at my office.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults who are comfortable with a one on one approach to counseling. Working with children in therapy always involves working with the parents. As with adolescents, providing them with a sense of privacy and trust is something I try to develop from the very beginning. For adults, privacy, confidentiality, and respect occur in a atmosphere of warmth and patience. If you are dealing with Attention Deficit Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Panic attacks, Bipolar Disorder, or Post Traumatic Stress, I am sure you will find the relief you are looking for at my office.
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Thank you for visiting my listing. I am a Certified Gottman Therapist. Marriages worn thin by habit, or suffering from the stresses of work and children, or even those torn by an affair can be revived and made to flourish thanks to 30 years of research on the "Masters" and "Disasters" of relationship. I specialize in relationships in the belief that being deeply known by your partner is more healing than any therapy, and the foundation of a nurturing family.
Thank you for visiting my listing. I am a Certified Gottman Therapist. Marriages worn thin by habit, or suffering from the stresses of work and children, or even those torn by an affair can be revived and made to flourish thanks to 30 years of research on the "Masters" and "Disasters" of relationship. I specialize in relationships in the belief that being deeply known by your partner is more healing than any therapy, and the foundation of a nurturing family.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois. I received a Master's Degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I specialize in addictions, eating disorders, trauma, self-harm behaviors, depression, and anxiety. I work with adolescents and adults. I have a holistic, strength-based, and direct therapeutic approach to empower my clients to build and sustain a meaningful life. My goal is to build real and lasting change. I work with individuals, couples, families, and any other community based support systems.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois. I received a Master's Degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I specialize in addictions, eating disorders, trauma, self-harm behaviors, depression, and anxiety. I work with adolescents and adults. I have a holistic, strength-based, and direct therapeutic approach to empower my clients to build and sustain a meaningful life. My goal is to build real and lasting change. I work with individuals, couples, families, and any other community based support systems.
![Photo of Scott Shippert, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0ece3866-8aa5-4321-9340-575a2cd08499/1/320x400.jpeg)
Scott Shippert, LCPC, Clinical Supervisor, isn't afraid to try new ideas or activities in counseling. I'm always open to new therapeutic strategies, he states. The client is in control of our time together, and their priorities and needs will always come first. In his personal life, Scott is a big fan of games and movies and will sometimes utilize these as tools in counseling. He also has an interest in video game and internet addiction along with Failure to launch syndrome. Scott earned his MA from Northern Illinois University and is a National Certified Counselor.
Scott Shippert, LCPC, Clinical Supervisor, isn't afraid to try new ideas or activities in counseling. I'm always open to new therapeutic strategies, he states. The client is in control of our time together, and their priorities and needs will always come first. In his personal life, Scott is a big fan of games and movies and will sometimes utilize these as tools in counseling. He also has an interest in video game and internet addiction along with Failure to launch syndrome. Scott earned his MA from Northern Illinois University and is a National Certified Counselor.
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Number of Therapists in Plainfield, IL
200+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Plainfield, IL who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
93% | Depression |
74% | Relationship Issues |
70% | Self Esteem |
66% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Coping Skills |
62% | Grief |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
97% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
77% | Aetna |
67% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Plainfield, IL see their clients
85% | In Person and Online | |
15% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Plainfield?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.