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Annmarie OConnell

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Accepts

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, and Quest Behavioral Health

Specializes in

Anxiety, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, Transgender Issues, and Trauma

Great to meet you!

I’m Annmarie O’Connell, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals through some of life’s toughest moments. My background is rooted in community mental health, where I’ve worked with people from all walks of life dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions.

I’m also trained in Brainspotting, a powerful therapeutic technique that taps into the brain-body connection to help clients process and release deeply held emotional pain. This approach, along with my real-world experience, allows me to support clients in a holistic, meaningful way. My work is deeply personal to me—because I’ve experienced firsthand how life-changing therapy can be.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I believe that therapy starts with connection. I meet clients exactly where they are, creating a safe and supportive space where they can feel seen, heard, and valued. I’m not here to “fix” you—I’m here to walk with you, to help you understand yourself more fully, and to support your growth as you reconnect with your authentic self.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trust. Whether we’re unpacking long-standing patterns or navigating a current crisis, I hold space for vulnerability while helping you move forward at your own pace.

What you can expect from our first session

Clients often tell me they leave sessions feeling lighter, more grounded, and more in touch with themselves. You can expect to gain tools to manage difficult emotions, clarity around your patterns and triggers, and greater confidence in your ability to navigate life’s challenges.

Together, we’ll explore your story, uncover your strengths, and help you reconnect with the parts of yourself that may have been lost or silenced. My goal is to help you feel empowered, not just in session—but in your everyday life.


Annmarie's style is

Direct
Affirming
Empowering

Insurance carriers Annmarie accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Quest Behavioral Health

More about Annmarie

MC (Masters in Counseling) at Northwestern University
License type: LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) (Illinois)
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Languages: English
Works with: Children, Adolescents, Adults, and Seniors
More specialties: Substance Use / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress, Cultural & Ethnic Issues, Grief, Loss, Maternal Mental Health, Men's Issues, Women's Issues, Identity Issues, and PTSD
Modalities: Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Jungian, Psychodynamic, Somatic, Attachment Based, Humanistic, Behavioral Couples Therapy, Behavior Modification, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Play, Trauma Focused CBT, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Multi-Systemic (MST), Attachment Based Family Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology