I am an IL Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am excited that you have decided to start improving your own mental health.
Additional areas of focus: Coping with addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy
IL LCPC 180006177
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Catherine Valentine. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Working with Cathy has been one of the best investments I've made in myself.
When I first started therapy, one of my biggest fears was becoming like my father, brother, and uncle. I saw patterns of avoidance, procrastination, and an unwillingness to face difficult situations, and I was worried that I would fall into those same habits. Cathy helped me recognize those fears, understand where they came from, and most importantly, develop the tools to move past them.
Through our work together, I've become much more willing to face challenges head on instead of avoiding them. That growth has impacted every area of my life, especially my businesses. Cathy helped me work through the fear and uncertainty that often come with investing in growth. As a result, I've been able to make decisions with more confidence, invest capital into my businesses, and take calculated risks that have led to significant growth and opportunities.
Cathy creates an environment where you feel heard, understood, and challenged in the best possible way. She doesn't just listen. She helps you identify the patterns that are holding you back and gives you practical tools to create real change.
I'm incredibly grateful for her guidance and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to grow personally, professionally, and emotionally.
Written on Jun 02, 2026 after therapy with Catherine for 7 months on issues concerning addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Cathy has been my therapist for several years. The connection we have built and share is amazing. She listens to me and always gives me advice and guidance on how to improve myself and how to make myself feel better. The professional relationship between myself and Cathy is so important to me. She has helped me through many difficult situations and I know that she is very supportive of me. In my opinion Cathy is the best therapist and she always gives me a lot of great advice and encouragement and ideas to help me deal with my problems. She is the BEST!
Written on May 07, 2026 after therapy with Catherine for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Thought I have only had two sessions with Cathy (so far), she has been wonderful. I didn't realize how much I needed the support of someone who has experience with what I am dealing with. It is amazing!
Written on May 04, 2026 after therapy with Catherine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, parenting issues, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Cathy has helped me through a variety of challenges and struggles. She is a fantastic therapist.
Written on Mar 20, 2026 after therapy with Catherine for 3 years and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Cathy is amazing, it’s like talking to my best friend, but with way better guidance
Written on Nov 01, 2025 after therapy with Catherine for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Cathy is the best of the best!!
Written on Apr 04, 2025 after therapy with Catherine for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes