Elana Thomas

LCSW
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“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.”― Maria Robinson, From Birth to One

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in ,

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Services
  • Individual
  • Family
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

My ideal client is seeking mental health support regarding past trauma(s), depression/anxiety, workplace stressors, relationship issues, family issues... basically anything that is impacting their ideal functioning. They want to process and put forth work towards therapeutic goals to improve their daily functioning. They may be POC, LGBTQIA+, adolescents, adults, parents, high performing professionals, etc. Most importantly, they are ready and willing to participate to work towards healing.

My Background and Approach

I utilize a person-centered & eclectic approach to truly customize an effective experience. I come with over 10 years of direct clinical practice & training in CBT, DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Narrative, Talk & Attachment Therapy, Anger Management & Motivational Interviewing.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I am a Black woman (wife and mother) who is LGBTQIA+ and Sex Positive.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Person-Centered (Rogerian)
Other Techniques
  • Attachment Theory
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Nonviolent Communication
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational Therapy
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Teen Issues
Other Issues
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Bipolar
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Child Issues
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Grief or Loss
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault
  • Sexual Problems
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
LCSW, State of Illinois · #149.016261
Supervision
Provides supervision to apprentice therapists · currently accepting supervisees
Years in practice
13 years
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

N/A - Virtual Only
708-918-3732

At A Glance

  • Experience: 13 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $80 - 175/session

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