As a licensed therapist in Illinois, I bring 15 years of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My approach centers on creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their deepest concerns and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth.
I specialize in addressing a wide range of emotional experiences, including PTSD, stress, anxiety, relationship dynamics, grief, and personal identity challenges. My therapeutic work focuses on helping individuals navigate complex feelings, improve communication, and cultivate self-understanding across various life stages.
My practice is deeply committed to supporting clients through diverse experiences—from workplace stress and family conflicts to personal growth and healing from past traumas. I offer a warm, empathetic approach that honors each person's unique journey, helping them build resilience, self-compassion, and practical coping skills.
I am dedicated to creating an inclusive, affirming therapeutic environment that respects individual experiences and supports holistic emotional wellness. My goal is to walk alongside you as you discover your inner strength and create meaningful, positive change in your life.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
IL LCPC 180.002937
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Ms. Whittingham helps me a lot with my anxiety and depression.
Written on Sep 02, 2025 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She very patient and experienced in the things I’m going through
Written on Aug 26, 2025 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Lisa is well rounded in her knowledge of expertise. Lisa is a very tentative listener and give good material to help with issues after the sessions.
Written on Jul 03, 2025 after therapy with Lisa for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Phone calls with Lisa is awesome! It feels like I’m talking on the phone with a supportive friend who has the best advice.
Written on Aug 29, 2024 after therapy with Lisa for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar dis
THE ABSOLUTE BEST!!!!!
Lisa is the most kind, empathetic person I’ve ever met!
Also by far the most helpful therapy I’ve had to help me through major trauma in my marriage
Written on Dec 24, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 3 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse
She’s great, understanding and listens and is kind.
Written on Dec 15, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem