- Stress and anxiety
- LGBT concerns
- Life purpose focus
About Ellise
Ellie focuses on straightforward conversation and practical skills. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts sessions to each person's situation. In a session she listens, asks focused questions, and helps people try specific strategies to manage symptoms and make decisions.
Her approach prioritizes clear goals and small, doable steps. That might include breathing or grounding practices for panic, short behavioral tasks for social anxiety, or values-focused talks for life purpose questions. She explains options plainly and checks in about what is or isn’t working.
Ellie draws on seven years of clinical work in Illinois to guide people through decision points and periods of uncertainty. She helps people clarify priorities and test changes in everyday life. Progress is usually measured in practical changes and reduced daily disruption rather than promises of quick fixes.
To start, readers should use the online matching steps to select appointment options and schedule a first session. Ellie conducts sessions in English and does not work with international clients.
License and NPI on record
- LCPC
- Illinois · 180.015708
- NPI
- 1235886482
As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
How Ellie integrates evidence-based methods in online sessions
Ellie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical strategies and clear goals. Cognitive-behavioral approaches help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; these methods are useful for anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, and depression by breaking problems into manageable steps. Exposure-based strategies are often used for panic and social anxiety and involve gradual, supported practice of feared situations to reduce avoidance over time.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ellie will work collaboratively to identify which techniques fit your needs, goals, and preferences. She explains options in plain language, tries approaches together, and adjusts based on your feedback and progress.
Confirm the current session formats before booking, since specific formats are not listed here. In general, online sessions can fit into busy schedules by reducing travel time and allowing appointments from different locations. Some formats allow for shorter check-ins when needed, while others support full therapy sessions with visual or verbal focus. Ellie aims to make sessions practical so people can integrate what they learn into everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and LGBTQ-related concerns. She also addresses self-esteem, panic attacks, pregnancy and childbirth concerns, sexuality, social anxiety, and young adult issues.
How would she approach feeling stuck or unsure about next steps?
She uses evidence-based techniques and practical conversations to clarify values and set small goals. Sessions often focus on skills you can try between meetings and on reviewing what helps.
How much experience does she have?
Ellie has seven years of professional experience working with adults on anxiety, depression, trauma, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an Illinois LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and practices in Illinois.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she accept clients outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the booking process.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform workflow.
Good to know
Therapists listed here offer talking therapy online. It is not career, financial or medical advice, and no therapist can promise a particular result.
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