Tina Jerolds, LCSW

Tina Jerolds is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with 22 years of professional experience. She earned a graduate degree in social work from Southern Illinois University with a concentration in mental health and has worked across the lifespan, supporting clients from young children to geriatric adults. Her background includes extensive experience in child welfare and mental health settings, which informs a practical and experienced approach to care.

She addresses a wide range of concerns including depression, stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse from childhood and adulthood, partner abuse, relationship and marital challenges, life transitions such as parenting and other changes, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Additional areas of focus include addiction, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, career concerns, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, ADHD, guilt and shame, mood disorders, sexual assault and abuse, social anxiety and phobia, and women’s issues.

Tina integrates several therapeutic methods to match each client’s needs, drawing on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) alongside mindfulness-based, solution-focused, crisis counseling, and faith-based Christian approaches when requested. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while tailoring the work to each person’s unique circumstances. Recognizing the vulnerability involved in seeking help, she aims to create a space where telling one’s story can lead to growth and change. Outside of work she enjoys being outdoors - hiking, cycling, walking her golden Ruby, writing, travel, and spending time with her husband and adult son.

Client-Centered and CBT Support Online

Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person’s experience from their own perspective. It emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration so clients feel heard and supported while exploring goals, values, and personal strengths. This approach is helpful for clients coping with relationship issues, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, and the emotional impact of trauma.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress. Through practical techniques and structured steps, CBT supports clients in developing more adaptive coping skills for everyday challenges such as mood disorders, worry, and problematic habits.

Selecting the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Tina Jerolds works collaboratively with each person to consider their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time to find the best fit. This collaborative process helps shape a plan that feels realistic and relevant.

Online sessions offer flexibility in how therapy takes place - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging are all available. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and maintain consistent contact with a licensed professional when in-person visits are not practical.