Bryce Waitkus (he/they)

Accepting Clients

Hi! My approach to counseling is warm, authentic, encouraging, and collaborative. I want therapy to be a safe space for you :)

Student Therapist in Glen Ellyn, IL
Supervised by Karine Ivy, LCPC

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Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

I specialize in working with preteens/teens and young adults, particularly LGBTQ+ youth, and I also work with clients of all ages experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, identity issues, and life transitions. I also have almost a decade of experience in composing, recording, and teaching music and I like to integrate art and creativity into my approach whenever possible.

My Background and Approach

My professional background is in crisis, specifically serving LGBTQ+ youth. As an artist and musician, I also like to incorporate creativity into my approach. I take from many therapy orientations including Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Existential and Narrative, and Mindfulness-Based. Above all, I want therapy to feel like a genuine conversation rather than a place where you're being analyzed or given a list of things you should be doing differently.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Existential Therapy Humanistic Therapy Internal Family Systems
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Existential Therapy
  • Expressive Art Therapy
  • Family Systems
  • Family Therapy
  • Gestalt Therapy
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Relational Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Music Therapy
  • Philosophical Counseling
  • Relationship Counseling

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
Other Issues
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Child Issues
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Men's Issues
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Problems
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Teen Issues

Client Focus

Age
Children (under 12), Pre-teens (12–14), Teens (14–18), Adults
Participants
Individuals, Couples, Families, Groups
Languages
English

Qualifications

Education
Masters in Counseling, National Louis University, 2026
Supervision
Supervised by Karine Ivy, LCPC · 180.015187
Years in practice
0 years
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

516 N Main street
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
6303637449
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 41.8782769°, -88.0671337°

Nearby Areas

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Illinois
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Illinois
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Illinois
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At A Glance

  • Experience: Less than a year
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $50/session
  • Sliding scale: Available on request

Info

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516 N Main street
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

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