Dr. Ebony Waller, LMFT

Dr. Ebony Waller, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in Illinois with seven years of clinical experience. She works with adults and families on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and confidence, career challenges, and compassion fatigue, tailoring each conversation and treatment plan to the individual needs of the person she is supporting.

She combines traditional therapy with non-traditional, creative methods, including mindfulness practices and hip hop therapy. As the creator of mindfulness vocal hip hop therapy, she integrates mindfulness, hip hop therapy, and collaborative techniques into a cohesive approach that can help clients explore emotions, build self-awareness, and find new ways to express themselves.

In addition to her LMFT credential, Dr. Waller is a registered play therapist, bringing specialized skills for working with younger clients through play-based methods when appropriate. Her approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts therapeutic tools to match each client’s goals and preferences.

Recognizing that beginning therapy can take courage, she supports clients through the early steps of engagement and helps them consider fresh perspectives and practical strategies to move forward.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Ebony Waller uses evidence-informed approaches that adapt well to online formats. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and behaviors so they can reduce anxiety, manage stress, and address confidence or work-related difficulties. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple practices to build calm, focus, and self-compassion, often pairing well with her creative methods. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing and responding to experiences of trauma or abuse, with techniques that help clients build coping skills and regain a sense of stability.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Waller works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best align with their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy with Dr. Waller is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which supports flexible scheduling and access for clients in different locations. These options allow therapists and licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care, accommodate busy lives, and tailor communication styles to what works best for each client.