About
Hi There! My name is Melissa I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master's Degree from Lewis University. My background encompasses many different areas to include the mental health field, educational academic and career performance, corporate business and training, and EAP. I have 11 years in K-12 and higher education counseling and teaching experience as well as over 15 years in corporate business. My passion and vast experience in all of these settings and now within the clinical mental health setting for almost 7 years is how I thrive to assist all individuals in achieving complete satisfaction and success in all aspects of life! I love with working individuals from young adulthood as well as adults as they become well rounded, healthy human beings as they struggle with relationship issues, anxiety and stress, depression, self esteem, healthy boundaries, parenting concerns, and family conflict. Guiding all individuals, from youth to adulthood, towards the healthiest path in all self care domains is my goal! Being client-centered and focused on unconditional positive regard, my strong skills of empathy, rapport, and non-judgement are what I strive for in a successful therapeutic relationship. As I support you on your journey, be assured in knowing I am here to listen, connect, and provide you with the healthiest direction in order to reach your goals and your highest potential!
Basic Data
Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor
Organization Name: Advantage Behavioral Health
Gender
Female
Ethnicity
White
Client Focus
- Children (6 To 10)
- Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
- Adults
Therapy Specialties
- Grief
- Obsessive Compulsive
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Treatment Orientation
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Person Centered/Rogerian
- Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT)
Modality
- Couples Therapy
- Individuals
Insurance
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare
Education
- Lewis University, Master's in School Counseling
- Western Illinois University (Bachelor's)
Languages
- English
Healthcare Provider Taxonomy
- Code: 101YP2500X
- Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification: Counselor
- Specialization: Professional
Credentials
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
Practice Locations
1138 N Main St
Algonquin, IL 60102-3482
Phone Number: (847) 658-4224
Therapists Near Algonquin, IL
Doctor of Philosophy (PHD)
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
Master of Science (MS)
Associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (ALMFT)
Master of Arts (MA)
Limited License Professional Counselor (LLPC)