Deanna Childers, LCPC

Deanna Childers is an Illinois-licensed LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) with nearly 10 years of professional experience that spans internship, postgraduate training, and full licensure. She works with people facing a range of concerns, including Autism, ADHD, stress and anxiety, family conflicts, parenting challenges, motivation and self-esteem struggles, depression, and confidence-building. Deanna emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly and where practical steps toward change are developed collaboratively.

Her approach centers on supporting individuals and families as they navigate communication difficulties, feelings of isolation or loneliness, panic symptoms, and questions about life purpose and self-love. She encourages those taking the first steps toward therapy, acknowledging the courage involved in starting this work and offering steady, empathetic support as clients pursue clearer goals and improved daily functioning.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Deanna uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the concerns a person brings. One focus is anxiety and stress management, using practical strategies to reduce worry, address panic symptoms, and build coping skills that support day-to-day functioning. Another area of focus is family and parenting support, where techniques aim to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships within the household. She also provides targeted support for ADHD-related challenges, working on organization, motivation, and strategies to improve attention and task completion.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Deanna works collaboratively with each person to determine what methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences. She invites clients to share feedback so the plan can be adjusted together over time.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to fit care into a busy schedule, access support from home, and maintain continuity of treatment when life changes arise. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to provide consistent, effective care across different concerns.