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Ericka Whitley

Therapist(She, Her, Hers)
4 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, School Social Worker, and certified Life Coach within the Chicago area. I began my career in the mental health profession in 2012, with the past 12 years inside the Chicago Public/ Charter school system. I'm a Chicago native with a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois (UIC).

My approach to therapy

I love using a Strengths-Based approach when working with the clients, as I am a firm believer that everyone has something that makes them unique. This includes exploring past successes, identifying personal values and passions, setting realistic goals, and building resilience through positive affirmations and gratitude exercises.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect to be empowered with the tools necessary to create change, discover new passions, maintain balance, and restore balance.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Warm, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Illinois - Chicago
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Illinois, Indiana)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
  • Therapy methods
    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Art Therapy, Play, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    10336 South Western Avenue
    Chicago, IL 60643