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Amy Bordwell(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Illinois
Anxiety - Depression- Life transitions- Stress management- Couples counseling-Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)-
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Professional statement

Amy Bordwell (she/her/hers) is a licensed professional counselor based out of Chicago, IL who works with individuals and couples who want to create change within their lives. Amy’s individual clients examine each person’s uniqueness and unexplored strengths, while her couples put the goals of the relationship at the forefront of support and care. Her clients are often stuck but unable to identify the root cause. Amy carefully explores old wounds and new stressors with the compassion and understanding necessary to facilitate forward movement.

Whether it be issues with life transitions like moving, changing jobs, or ending a relationship; to more noticeable disturbances like experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or dealing with grief and loss, Amy works with clients to explore the origin of their symptoms. Once identified, clients are able to gain new insight into their emotional and relational patterns. Amy works closely with individuals and couples to reframe specific events in their lives and create a new narrative with added hope, confidence, and momentum.

Amy’s approach to therapy is person-centered at its core. She is grounded in Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing (MI). In addition, for a more trauma-based approach, Amy has experience and knowledge with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Further, Amy is aware that adjustments to certain stressors require a change in thought patterns and will use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when appropriate.

Amy’s first priority is a feeling of safety for her clients. Beyond that, Amy wants clients to feel heard, appreciated, and supported while navigating life’s trials. Amy offers the flexibility of remote therapy sessions to accommodate the hectic lifestyle led by so many and is currently accepting new clients.


Message to clients

I would first like to commend you for taking this step to help yourself. No matter what the response has been from friends, family, or even your innermost critic, I am confident you are making a good decision. Therapy is a safe, supportive space to navigate difficult emotions and experiences. During our time together, I will help you gain clarity, build resilience, and explore challenges as they present themselves.

Everyone deserves to be heard. Everyone deserves to have someone in their corner; and I am confident I can provide that comfort. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, attachment issues, life transitions, couples, and narcissistic relationships. If you are feeling overwhelmed or stuck, so to speak, I encourage you to contact me for a consultation. I’m happy to speak with you to determine if we are a good fit for therapy.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 2 years

Mosaic Nature Therapy & Wellness, Therapist, 2024 - Present
Kenneth Young Center, Clinical Asssessor, 2023 - 2024

DePaul University, Master of Education, 2023
DePaul University, Master of Arts, 2008
Pittsburg State University , Bachelor of Science, 1999

Licensure

Illinois: 178.019614

Supervisor: Rosa V King(LCPC 180011777)


Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) - Recovering from the impact of long-term, repeated traumatic events, such as emotional abuse and neglect




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)
  • Loveland Therapy Fund Clients

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • Centene
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$165 (60min)
  • Sliding scale:$100 - $165

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