Sarah Wurster LCPC

(she/her)

Accepting Clients

Supporting teens, young adults, and women through anxiety, life transitions, and school stress with a practical, supportive approach.

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Riverside, IL

Free Initial Consultation

Book consultation

Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services

  • Individual
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed on the inside. They may be managing anxiety, school stress, executive functioning challenges, or navigating life transitions. I work with adolescents, young adults, and women who are trying to keep up with expectations while also figuring out who they are. They’re often looking for practical support, clarity, and a place where they can feel understood without judgment.

My Background and Approach

I bring over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, young adults, and women across educational and clinical settings. This background continues to shape my understanding of the challenges many clients face, particularly around anxiety, school-related stress, and life transitions. I am the owner of CC Wellness Solutions, where I focus on providing thoughtful, practical, and accessible care to individuals across Illinois. My work is grounded in both experience and ongoing learning, as I continue to deepen my clinical perspective through doctoral study in Counselor Education and Supervision.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe therapy should feel human, supportive, and grounded. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy, and you don’t need to have the right words to get started. Many people begin feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what they need—that is exactly where I meet you, where you are. I believe meaningful change happens through small, intentional steps rather than quick fixes. The relationship between therapist and client matters, and feeling comfortable, understood, and supported is a key part of the process. I also believe people are more capable of change than they often realize. With the right support, clarity, and tools, it’s possible to move forward in a way that feels more manageable and aligned.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eclectic Therapy

Other Techniques

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Family Systems

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Anxiety Teen Issues Women's Issues

Other Issues

  • Adoption Issues
  • Aging Concerns
  • Attachment
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Child Issues
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Insomnia
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
LCPC, State of Illinois · #180.010858
Supervision
Provides supervision to apprentice therapists · currently accepting supervisees
Years in practice
9 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Oscar
  • Optum
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • BCBS of MA
  • United Healthcare Optum

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients

Location

Primary Location

Riverside, IL 60546
7082523304
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 41.8350316°, -87.8228357°

At A Glance

  • Experience: 9 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $200/session

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