Rochelle McGhee, LCPC

Rochelle McGhee is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) based in Illinois who brings a measured, strengths-based approach to therapy. With 18 years of experience and a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, she combines clinical knowledge with practical skills to help clients navigate mood disorders, relationship conflicts, trauma, grief, and everyday stressors. In 2018 she earned a CADC certification to support people addressing alcohol and substance use concerns, and she integrates that training when substance-related issues arise.

Her work is grounded in the principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy - a type of cognitive behavioral therapy that emphasizes mindfulness, emotional regulation, and building practical coping skills. She blends DBT with other evidence-informed techniques to tailor care to each person’s needs, supporting those who face depression, anxiety, family and relational challenges, traumatic histories, and difficulties with forgiveness and self-worth. Rochelle aims to help clients develop a toolbox of strategies to manage emotions, improve relationships, and reduce persistent distress.

Rochelle’s clinical style centers on respect, patience, and collaboration. She views therapy as a partnership, working with clients to set and achieve realistic goals while fostering empowerment and self-value. She checks messages throughout her workdays and strives to respond the same day when possible, or within 24 hours on other days. She offers morning and afternoon live appointments three days per week and is ready to support clients as they take steps toward a more manageable, meaningful life.

DBT, CBT, and Mindfulness for Online Care

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, focuses on building mindfulness and emotion-regulation skills while teaching practical strategies to cope with intense feelings and improve relationships. It can be helpful for individuals who experience chronic emotional distress, interpersonal conflicts, or mood instability.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, explores the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and helps people identify and test unhelpful thinking patterns to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms. CBT is often used for stress, panic, and mood-related concerns where concrete skill building is beneficial.

Mindfulness-based techniques teach present-moment awareness and attention skills that support stress reduction and clearer decision making. These practices complement other therapies by helping clients observe thoughts and sensations without immediate reaction, which can ease emotional reactivity.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Rochelle works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the plan reflects what works best for each person.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter exchanges can happen via live chat or text-based messaging. This variety allows clients to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access consistent support from licensed professionals regardless of location within the state.