Helping to Provide Hope for Positive Change
Welcome to Champaign Counseling!
Thank you so much for considering Champaign Counseling, LLC. We’re glad you are here and realize this is a very big step. We hope you will join us. We have a lot of information throughout our website that we hope will be helpful to you to get you started.
Looking for new client paperwork or other forms for Champaign Counseling?
We use a HIPAA compliant forms manager that will allow you to sign in to our portal. This allows us to collect your information electronically and keep your private information secure. Here's our Notice of Privacy Practices to help you understand the limits to confidentiality and your rights regarding your medical records.
When you contact us to schedule your first session, we will provide you access to our HIPAA compliant Client Portal. Our Client Portal has all of our new client paperwork available for you to complete before you arrive for your first session. You can set up an appointment by calling our office at 217-203-2008 or emailing us.
Is Therapy Right for Me?
There are many reasons why people come to therapy. In general, if you are overwhelmed by a particular issue or are experiencing an issue that interferes with your day to day life, it’s a good idea to seek therapy. Working with a therapist can help provide insight, support, and new strategies for all types of life challenges. Therapy is right for anyone who is interested in getting the most out of their life by creating greater self-awareness and working towards change in their life.
Do I really need therapy? I've always handled my own problems!
Everyone goes through challenging situations in life. While you may have successfully navigated through other difficult times you’ve faced, there’s nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. In fact, therapy is for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need additional support.
New to Counseling?
How Can Therapy Help Me?
Therapists can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, grief, and stress management. Many people find therapy to be a tremendous asset in managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and the stress of everyday life. The benefits you obtain from therapy depends on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn.
What Should I Expect at the First Session?
The purpose of the first session is so that you and your therapist can get to know one another and discuss your goals for your therapy. Your therapist recognizes that it may be difficult to discuss some personal information at first and you may need time to develop a relationship with your therapist before you’re ready to discuss certain topics. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed during the first session and to not know exactly where to begin. I will ask you questions to help you tell your story.
Meet Your New Therapist
We have an awesome group of experienced therapist at Champaign Counseling. You can learn more about our team using the button below.
Here are some common reasons people contact us:
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Distant Couples
Do you feel like you and you partner are just roommates now? Long term relationships are hard! Oftentimes the stress of parenting, paying bills, and/or managing all of the moving parts of life cause those relationships to deteriorate. We work to help you re-connect and get your relationship back on track.
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Angry Kids
Are you getting calls from school about your child’s behavior? Have you noticed a change in your child’s mood or behavior? Kids tend to process their emotions about changes in their life differently than adults. Let us help you and your child!
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Frustrated Parents
Sometimes parenting can leave you at a complete loss for what to do next. You feel like you’ve tried everything and nothing seems to change. We can help to teach you new skills or make adjustments to what you are already doing to start seeing success. We will support you through the process.
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Individuals
We work with people that are dealing with various issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and maternity concerns. If you are unsure if we can help, send us an email, we’d love to talk.
How to set up a counseling appointment:
Send us an email or call us (217) 203-2008.
Our office manager will send you access to our secure portal to fill out the New Client Informed Consent and Notice of Privacy Practices forms.
In the first and second sessions with your therapist we’ll discuss your history, story, and goals.
In the third session we’ll form a Treatment Plan to allow for a clear understanding of what to expect in counseling.
You are well on your way to finding your peace within!
If you are not sure yet, please continue to look around our services:
If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please reach out to us by emailing or calling (217) 203-2008. We look forward to hearing from you!
For your convenience, we have multiple ways for you to schedule your first appointment with one of our therapists:
Schedule a call with our Client Care Specialist:
Click on this link https://calendar.app.google/avnahKBy1TLWhT1S9 to choose a convenient time for our Client Care Specialist to call you. She will answer your questions, get some general background information, and help you get set up with the support you need.
Direct Call:
Feel free to reach our office at (217) 203-2008 ext 1. If our Client Care Specialist is occupied assisting another client, please leave a voicemail specifying your preferred call-back time.
Email Correspondence:
If you prefer email communication, kindly inform me, and I'll promptly send you a questionnaire regarding insurance details, demographic information, and the necessary steps to begin your counseling journey at Champaign Counseling.
Contact Form:
Complete the contact form below and our Client Care Specialist will contact you within 24 business hours. If you leave your phone number, the Client Care Specialist will attempt to call you first. If she's unable to reach you, she will send you a follow up email.
**Please note, our Client Care Specialist is not a therapist and can only assist with determining whether one of our therapists will be able to meet your therapy needs.
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Submission Privacy Notice
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Although it is unlikely, there is a possibility that information you include in an email can be intercepted and read by other parties besides the person to whom it is addressed. Please do not include personal identifying information such as your birth date, or personal medical information in any emails you send to us.
No one can diagnose your condition from email or other written communications, and communication via our website cannot replace the relationship you have with a physician or another healthcare practitioner.
Emergency Contact Notice
If you are in crisis, please call 911 or the Crisis Line at 217-359-4141.
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