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Valerie Hardy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
8695 Archer Avenue, Suite 4, Willow Springs, IL 60480
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Sometimes our life journey takes us a little off course. This detour might be due to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship or identity issues, career or school issues, or other life circumstances that leave us feeling stressed or stuck. If you are experiencing emotional pain or feeling overwhelmed, you probably know how these emotional states can drain your energy and interfere with your ability to feel fulfilled in your life. Whether your symptoms are situational or long-term, therapy can help. I provide affordable, caring, collaborative, client-specific treatment to tweens, teens, and adults seeking growth and healing.
I hold a communications degree and can help clients effectively reflect on and interact in various life situations. As a 20-year high school educator, I have a deep understanding of adolescent clients. I tailor treatment to each individual or couple but most frequently use client-centered, solution focused, strengths-based, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
While there is no automated GPS to guide you through life, you don’t have to find your way alone. I am here to support you through whatever challenges you may be facing, and I have flexible hours - including evenings and weekends - to allow you the time to increase your self-awareness, achieve your goals, and acquire skills and tools to live your best life.
Call or Email Valerie Hardy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (872) 666-9979
Let's Connect (872) 666-9979
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $60
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Centene
- Cigna and Evernorth
- ComPsych
- Humana
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Meridian
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- WellCare
- Out of Network
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Valerie Hardy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178.012005 Valerie Hardy
- In Practice for 5 Years
- Certificate from Illinois School Board of Education 1926858 / 2001
- Certificate from American Counseling Association 6347643 / 2019
- Attended Northern Illinois University, Graduated 2013
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Family Systems
- Interpersonal
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Location
Primary Location
P.S. It's Counseling
8695 Archer Avenue
Suite 4
Willow Springs, IL 60480
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Nearby Areas
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Valerie Hardy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC