Jennifer Chicoine

Jen The Counselor | Mental Health Expert | Private Practice Owner | Anxiety & Trauma Specialist | Online Educator & Speaker

Jennifer Chicoine is a licensed therapist, mental health entrepreneur, and private practice owner of Peaceful Healing Counseling Services in Orland Park, IL. With expertise in CBT, DBT, Exposure & Response Prevention, and Behavior Modification, Jen specializes in helping children, teens, adults, and parents manage anxiety, trauma, and emotional regulation.

Beyond therapy, Jen is a sought-after mental health coach, author, and speaker, offering transformative resources through her brand JenTheCounselor. She provides self-study mental health courses, coaching programs, and consulting for therapists looking to grow their practice. Additionally, she is the creator of the “Protect Your Peace” coaching program, designed to help individuals master assertiveness and set healthy boundaries.

Passionate about increasing mental health accessibility, Jen is also developing a nonprofit foundation to support children in need of therapy. Her upcoming wellness retreat and podcast on managing depression aim to further expand her mission of holistic healing.

As a therapist, I take a direct, solutions-oriented approach, helping clients cut through the noise and take actionable steps toward healing. I believe that therapy should be practical, goal-driven, and empowering, equipping individuals with the tools they need to manage life’s challenges effectively.

Using CBT, DBT, Behavior Modification, ERP (when indicated) and Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma (CPT), I work with children, teens, adults, and parents to:

• Identify thought patterns that contribute to anxiety, stress, or emotional dysregulation
• Develop coping strategies that are realistic and sustainable in daily life
• Improve communication skills to set boundaries and navigate relationships
• Build resilience through mindfulness, emotional regulation, and self-awareness

I provide honest, supportive feedback while guiding my clients toward measurable progress. My goal is to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and emotional strength—so you can break free from patterns that no longer serve you.

Change is possible, and I’m here to help you take the next step.