Hi! I am Angela Kemner. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) in Illinois and a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Missouri. I also am a certified advanced alcohol and drug counselor (CAADC) in both states. I am also a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). I hold a Master's of education in counseling degree. I believe that you are the expert in you and I use my experience, knowledge and skill sets that I have acquired over the past 20 years to work with you. I specialize in the following areas, however, this list is not exhaustive, if you have a question please reach out. Adjustment Issues, depression, anxiety, Trauma & Stress Related Concerns, Substance Use, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity, Anger/Control Concerns, Problems related to family/interpersonal relationships.
My approach
My therapy style is person-centered, warm, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach depends on your needs and we work together to develop a treatment plan that fits your goals. It takes courage to make a life change and you have taken the first step. I am here to help you on your journey.
My focus
I have experience working with adults, couples, youth, and families who have had difficulties with life's many stresses, relationship issues, trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, and other concerns.
My communication style
I like to have a warm and open style of communication.
My goals for you
I approach goal setting by letting you decide what you want to address in therapy, and I will also give some feedback and guidance to consider. Ultimately you are the one in charge of your therapy.
My first session with you
During our first session I will be getting to know more about you and what brings you to therapy by asking specific questions regarding your history of the problem and other background information. We will also start working on setting therapeutic goals to work toward.