Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 31 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.
Cassie Perez
(she/her)
Hello! Congratulations on taking your first steps to bettering your mental health. My name is Cassandra (Cassie). I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (Michigan) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (IL) who has worked with a wide range of clients from young children to adults and families. I believe that each individual is unique and special; therefore, I prefer an eclectic and collaborative approach to counseling; developing the treatment plan to reflect your unique needs. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Attachment Therapy and aspects of Theraplay. I often utilize strengths-based and person-centered methods. **Please note, I do not complete FMLA or Short-term Disability paperwork.**
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session together, we will start with introductions and discussing policies and procedures. I will then perform a psychosocial interview which is to get to know you better and work on therapeutic rapport. This is a time to get to know one another better to determine therapeutic fit. My goal as a counselor is to provide you with a safe and compassionate space where you can find peace, healing, and hope. While this journey is yours, you do not have to face it alone.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Having worked with individuals of various ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, and sexual orientations I am a well rounded counselor. I provide a safe and compassionate place to be able to begin the healing process.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I love working with teens and adults who are eager to overcome their mental health challenges. My clients are eager to improve their mental well-being and utilize the skills/tools provided.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Anger Management
Foster Care/Adoption
LGBTQ
Life Transitions
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Racism
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Women's Issues
I identify as
Hispanic / Latinx
Person of Color (POC)
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
Illinois
Michigan
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
AvMed
Blue Care Network
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal
Cash - $160 per session
GTEB
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
UMR - Advocate Aurora Health
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Eclectic
I believe that each individual is unique and special; therefore, I prefer an eclectic and collaborative approach to counseling; developing the treatment plan to reflect your unique needs.
EMDR
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) since 2022. I use this treatment method to assist in overcoming trauma, depression, anxiety, etc.
Trauma-Focused CBT
I am trained in TF-CBT since 2015. It is important to be a trauma informed clinician. I use this treatment method in overcoming the constraints of trauma.
2 ratings with written reviews
April 9, 2026
This was my first session and can't wait to see Cassie again. We are already building a stepping stone for my future endeavors!!
Verified client, age 45-54
January 28, 2025
Just from one session, Cassie has a very kind and safe aura that my nerves from the beginning washed away and feel very confident in her ability to help me accomplish my healing goals.