- Down-to-earth guidance
- Values-based tools
- Trauma-informed focus
About Megan
With ten years of experience in the mental health field, Megan has worked with people facing trauma, parenting challenges, mood concerns, and difficulties with attachment and intimacy. She also addresses issues like sleeping problems, self-esteem, career stress, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. Her background includes substantial work with those exposed to or living with trauma.
Megan blends several therapeutic ideas rather than following a single method. She adapts techniques to fit each person, using behavior-focused skills, values-based work, and emotion-focused conversations as needed. Sessions are collaborative and practical, with an emphasis on tools clients can use outside the room.
People can expect a supportive stance, clear explanations, and paced interventions that match where they are. Megan encourages honest conversation about goals and obstacles, then chooses strategies that fit daily life. Her goal is to walk alongside clients as they build coping skills and make steady progress.
She provides guidance aimed at restoring balance and helping people take manageable steps forward. For those dealing with relationship difficulties, trauma reactions, or life transitions, Megan offers steady, down-to-earth support to help move toward clearer choices and better functioning.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values and take actions that match what matters to them. It often helps with anxiety, stress, and life transitions by moving attention toward meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to change patterns that cause distress. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and anger.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Megan will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide whether ACT, CBT, attachment-focused conversations, or a mix is the best fit, and they adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful for fitting therapy into a busy day, keeping appointments consistent during life transitions, and making follow-up meetings easier. Online work also lets therapists coach around real-life situations that happen between sessions. Check the session formats available and discuss scheduling needs when you set up your first meeting.
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Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Megan address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting and relationship strain, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping problems, self-esteem, career challenges, ADHD, and related concerns.
What is her general therapy style?
Megan uses a supportive, engaging, and compassionate style and adapts methods to each person. Sessions focus on practical steps, emotion work, and skills that people can try between meetings.
How long has she been practicing?
She has ten years of experience in the mental health field working with a range of concerns including trauma and attachment difficulties.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential (IL LCPC) and practices in Illinois.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.