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Mental Health Counselor / Therapist in Lockport, IL

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Abby Gentile, LPC

Abby Gentile, LPC | Mental Health Counselor / Therapist photo
Licensed Professional Counselor
Portrait Health Centers
Portrait Health Centers are multi-specialty clinics that employ the most cutting-edge and proven assessment protocols and treatment options available, believing that an Effective Treatment Depends On An Accurate Diagnosis. Individuals should not have to “play doctor” by researching available treatments and then self-selecting which of these treatments has been scientifically validated and would be most appropriate for themselves or their family. At Portrait Health Centers, we provide a comprehensive and multi-specialty assessment to determine the underlying causes of your symptoms and incorporate an appropriate treatment plan.
Bio
Specialties: Including but not limited to Academic Pressures, Abuse, Adolescents, Adults, ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Issues, Anger/Stress Management, Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum, Career Counseling, Children, Communication Issues, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Identity Development, Impulse Control Disorders, Infidelity, Intellectual Disability, Learning Disorder, OCD, Peer Relationships, Relationship Conflicts, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Social Skills, Teens, Wellness and Self Care

As a counselor, I am extremely passionate about building rapport and collaborating with clients to create an environment of acceptance, safety, and support. I assist and empower clients to create goals that can be integrated into their daily lives and believe compassion, understanding, and trust are key factors throughout the entire therapeutic process. I strive to meet clients where they are and help clarify which areas they would like to improve. While therapy can be overwhelming at times, my main goal is to provide clients with a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere throughout their therapeutic journey. I encourage self-care and personal growth for each client to become the best version of him/herself.

Treatment Preferences: CBT, Client-Centered, Play Therapy, Narrative and Mindfulness

I obtained my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Governors State University, as well as a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology at Illinois State University. I have direct clinical experience working with children with intellectual disabilities, individuals experiencing domestic violence, and community mental health. My experience includes a variety of ages, as well as a wide spectrum of mental health issues. While I prefer to modify my counseling experience to each client’s individualized needs, I typically integrate client-centered, CBT, mindfulness, and play therapy.

In my life outside of work, I spend a majority of my time with family, friends, and my dog. I also enjoy traveling, aerial yoga, and DIY home renovations.
License:178012284
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
 Therapy  Hypnotherapy
 Addiction  Learning Disabilities
 Adolescents  Life and Wellness Coaching
 Adoption  Life Transitions
 Anger Management  Loneliness
 Anxiety and Panic  Marriage & Family Therapy
 Arts Therapy (Expressive)  Marriage Counseling
 Asperger's Syndrome  Men's Issues
 Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)  Neuropsychological Evaluation / Testing
 Bicultural Difficulties  Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
 Body Image Issues  Online / Teletherapy
 Caregiver Issues  Pet Therapy
 Children's Counseling  Play Therapy
 Chronic Illness  Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
 Couples  Premarital Counseling
 Depression  Problem Gambling
 Divorce  Psychoanalysis
 Domestic Violence  Psychological Evaluation / Testing
 Eating Disorders  Psychopharmacology
 Educational Therapy  Relationship Issues
 EMDR  Religious Counseling
 Family Conflict  Self-Esteem Issues
 Gay or Lesbian Issues  Seniors and Elder Care Issues
 Gender Identity / Transgenderism  Sexual Dysfunction
 Gifted / Talented Issues  Stress Management
 Grief and Loss  Trauma and PTSD
 Group Therapy  Women's Issues
 Herpes and STD Counseling  Work and Career Issues
Licenses/Certifications
 Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Location
16221 W. 159th Street, Suite 102
LockportIL 60441
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