Hi there! My name is Alicia, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Illinois. I earned my Master's degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2012 and have been practicing in community-based outpatient settings for most of my career. I enjoy helping younger and older adults who may be struggling with a variety of disorders, including depression, anxiety, grief, and life transitions (among others). I am focused on helping clients address these challenges in a way that supports their individual needs and personal growth. I believe my ability to connect with people, my genuine and lighthearted approach, and my deep understanding of how life's curveballs can sometimes throw us off of our game are what make me versatile as a clinician.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session together, we will start with brief introductions and you'll have the opportunity to share what brought you to therapy, what your goals are, and ask any questions you might have. Together, we will create an individualized treatment plan, including the aforementioned goals, which will be specifically tailored to your needs. We will use this treatment plan as a roadmap to help you work toward your therapy goals.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I want you to know that I see the whole person in front of me. I can work with a variety of personalities, symptoms, and presenting challenges without judgment and without having to remain stoic at all times. Some of the most impactful therapy gets accomplished through laughter and being uplifted, which also creates balance for some of the heavier stuff we might cover together.

About Alicia Simmons