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Chelsea Bushnell

Therapist(She/ her)
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I specialize in helping individuals who are navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges, alongside a wide range of life stressors and mental health concerns. I work best with clients who are motivated for growth and open to meaningful change, even when the process feels difficult. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed by day-to-day stress, stuck in long-standing emotional patterns, or struggling to heal from past experiences that continue to impact their present lives. In our work together, I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to explore what you're going through

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and grounded in each client’s unique needs. I aim to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered while we work together to better understand patterns, build coping skills, and move toward meaningful change.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, you can expect a welcoming space to share what brings you to therapy, ask questions, and begin identifying your goals. We will move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. If you are ready to take the next step, I invite you to reach out and schedule a session.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Challenging, Affirming, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Behavior Modification, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Attachment Based, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Art Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Relational
  • Care types
    Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
Next available: Jun 22