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Hello! my name is Marie-Pierre. I’m a native of France. I am bilingual but I have lived my entire adult life in the US. I have also raised a family here and have adult children.
I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, with a Minor in Women’s Studies, and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois since 2003.
Before starting Private Practice, I worked for many years in programs for Chronically Mentally Ill, Chemically Dependent or Dually Diagnosed individuals. These were adults and young adults, men and women both, who, typically, struggled with many other issues as well: chaotic lifestyle or upbringing, traumatic experiences, and often significant health and/or legal problems.
No one needs to reach such extremes before seeking help. Pain and suffering come in different forms and degrees, but all are worthy of attention.
In my private practice I have been seeing clients for issues such as relationships, family, parenting, work, and stages of life (from the newly graduated to the soon to retire...) Anxiety and depression are often present, as may be AOD use. Whether you feel overburdened, isolated, face difficult decisions, or lack support — There is no need to go it alone.
I am Client-Centered in orientation: Establishing a climate in which you feel comfortable and safe, and where trust can develop, is essential to me. But depending on the issues we’re dealing with, I am likely to use a variety of approaches, whether cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, or perhaps insight-oriented, to help you some resolution.
You are in charge: At a concert, if you were the conductor, holding the baton, and I the instrument, I would follow your lead attentively to help express the music — as many variations are possible. Likewise, in therapy, it is crucial that I attend to you with care and mindfulness. I may be mirror, validator, support, resource... But the course is yours to mark.
Would you tell me no what's going on in your life? Should we get started? Let me accompany you a bit... I would be honored to work with you!
Professional experience
15yrs in practice
AddictionsRelationshipsFamily conflictsTrauma, AbuseCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, ADHD
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License information
IL LCPC 180005253
Reviews
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I really feel like Marie listens to me and meets me where I am with building coping mechanisms to manage my grief.
Written on Mar 21, 2023 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 1 month
MP, has given me ideas and exercises to help me cope with everyday life, while dealing with traumas I've had bottled up for a long time. With that I appreciate her listening to me and giving me perspectives. Helping me find good qualities and to utilize them.
Written on Mar 16, 2023 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr Marie is the best. She listens with her heart and expertise, which is so helpful
Written on Aug 19, 2022 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
I love my therapist
Written on Jul 26, 2022 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Ms MP has shown continuous support and understanding for me. She’s very articulate with her observations and helped me understand myself while I explained my childhood
Written on May 27, 2022 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and adhd
Marie-Pierre was amazing! I loved my sessions with her and feel happier and healthier after them. Would definitely recommend her to someone else
Written on May 03, 2022 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and anger management
So far so good! I have only had two sessions but I’m looking forward to our next conversation
Written on Apr 11, 2022 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
MP has a lovely, professional manner and has been responsive and thoughtful to my needs. She has helped me navigate a very difficult season of loss, and continues to aid me in unravelling the complexities of grief.
Written on Dec 09, 2021 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
Marie-Pierre has provided the most accommodating therapy I have ever had. Her engagement and consideration has helped me immensely with being open to the process
Written on Oct 15, 2021 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Marie has been a wonderful help to me and in just a short amount of time has helped me turn certain negative things in my life towards the positive. 10/10 would recommend!
Written on Oct 04, 2021 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and relationship issues
I found Marie-Pierre to be knowledgeable, friendly, and an effective communicator. I enjoyed speaking with her, found our time helpful, and look forward to speaking with her again.
Written on Sep 30, 2021 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Ms. Pierre is a such a helpful counselor. She’s gentle, attentive, and understanding. She makes me feel comfortable and I feel that she truly cares about helping me through my struggles and provides helpful support and resources as I need them. I leave each session feeling lighter— I would definitely recommend her as a counselor!
Written on Sep 02, 2021 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Marie-Pierre is a wonderful counselor and listener who has given me great support during a difficult time. I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Aug 20, 2021 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Excellent counselor!!
Written on Apr 26, 2021 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 11 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Marie has been a wonderful counselor, and though I may not always understand the moods I'm going through, she has always been patient and kind with me in figuring them out. She never dismisses my concerns, no matter how small and seemingly irrational. She's been such a pleasure to work with, and I'm so happy BetterHelp connected me to her!
Written on Jan 25, 2021 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, compassion fatigue, and adhd
As a first timer in therapy, I’m I so happy and so lucky to have Marie-Pierre Sernatinger as my therapist. She makes me feel very comfortable to express my thoughts and feelings. Talking to her has helped me through this quarantine, and with my relationship with my family and boyfriend. I’m so happy I final went to therapy and so lucky she has been helping me.
Written on Jan 15, 2021 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I signed up for better help to get some support and was immediately matched with Marie-Pierre! She is so wonderful! She listens to me even through my tears and offers the best advice and solutions to my problems. She even helped me plan a virtual baby shower when I was overwhelmed and stressed. I can’t recommend her enough!
Written on Dec 17, 2020 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I have had therapist before. Because of my troubles with memory, I missed a few appointments and they dropped me. I thought I was never going to get better. But then I found Marie-Pierre Sernatinger on Betterhelp. And it's great because I can just reach out whenever I feel the need to talk or be heard. Best experience I have had as of late.
Written on Nov 23, 2020 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Marie is a super kind and comforting listener
Written on Nov 03, 2020 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Although I have only spoken with Ms. P a few times I can tell she is listening and understanding my concerns with the current climate and how it affects me personally. Looking forward to more sessions and discussions.
Written on Jul 27, 2020 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
M-P is amazing. I am so happy to have someone that clicks and I can talk to. She replies with great tools. I have already recommend Betterhelp to a few people. Thank you! :)
Written on Jul 23, 2020 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I was a bit skeptical of how BetterHelp may be after having in person therapists a few times in the past. So far Marie-Pierre has gone above and beyond with answering questions and responding well with empathy. Also giving a good amount of insights and sending worksheets to help give better perspective to whatever we may be discussing. A lot of people may think "ew worksheets, sounds like homework", but really it's a way to better engage with your internal dialogue, the things you tell yourself and the way you may view situations. The worksheets are like guidelines that help organize your thoughts and perceptions and I've really appreciated them as well as MP's added guidance and advice on top.
Written on Jul 21, 2020 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
So far I have felt very listened to and her feedback has been highly supported.
Written on Jul 18, 2020 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Marie has been amazing from the start. She listened to everything that I said without judgement. She offers many techniques and coping mechanisms for my problems. I don’t think I could have been matched with someone better!!
Written on May 26, 2020 after therapy with Marie-Pierre for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
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