Therapist profile
Catherine Seger, LCPC
LCPC in Illinois - stress and family concerns
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- ACT methods
- CBT techniques
- Client-centered care
About Catherine
Catherine Seger is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 18 years of experience helping adults with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, and depression. She focuses on everyday problems people bring from home, like family strain, grief, and coping with life changes. Catherine also addresses issues such as anger, career concerns, and challenges related to chronic illness and caregiving.
She works from the view that each person knows their own story best and brings strengths to the work. Sessions aim to clarify what matters to the client and build practical ways to manage difficult feelings and behaviors. Expect straightforward conversation and focused practice rather than jargon.
Catherine uses approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These methods help people notice unhelpful patterns, try new actions, and shift what gets in the way of daily functioning.
She has supported people dealing with trauma and abuse, eating concerns, bipolar mood challenges, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, social anxiety, and women's issues. The work often blends skill teaching with reflective talk about values and goals.
Clients are guided to experiment with small changes between sessions. Catherine emphasizes steady progress and practical tools that fit into busy lives. To begin, the site’s process lets people complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
How Catherine uses ACT, CBT, and client-centered work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without fighting them. It focuses on identifying values and taking small steps toward what matters, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It offers specific strategies to change unhelpful thinking and build skills for managing mood, cravings, or worry. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the client’s perspective and goals, with the therapist following the client’s lead to clarify concerns and next steps.
Figuring out which approach to use is part of the work. Catherine will discuss options and together decide what matches the client's needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions can mix methods as problems and priorities change.
The practical benefits of online sessions include easier scheduling and fitting therapy into a busy day. Before booking, confirm which session formats are currently offered through the site. Many people find online sessions reduce travel time and make it simpler to keep regular appointments while managing work, caregiving, or health demands.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, grief, trauma, and family-related concerns among other issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to focus on clear goals and practical skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Catherine has 18 years of professional work experience supporting adults through a range of life and emotional challenges.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is an Illinois LCPC and practices under that credential in Illinois.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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