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"Over the last 20 years, my experiences with adults, children, teens, and families have taught me about the fragile nature of human beings and their impressive resiliency in times of crisis."

Cecilie Cody is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience in mental health. She prefers to help her clients with their primary concerns while learning about past experiences that add to current struggles. She feels very fortunate to have worked with experienced art therapists at the Cook County Jail, learning how to navigate therapeutic relationships with severe power differentials. Cecilie has experience with children, families, and adults, developing group therapy techniques, and implementing art therapy to help people process trauma and stress caused by severe mental illness.

Cecilie earned her master’s in art therapy at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She uses evidence-based practices in cognitive behavioral therapy so the client can gain perspective and reduce their symptoms. She emphasizes the client's strengths and resiliency during sessions and brings a positive attitude to sessions.

The first few sessions are designed to increase personal comfort and familiarity with Cecilie as the client begins to open up. She likes to start the session with a discussion about the main problem, what has worked, what hasn’t, and what strength and resiliency factors can be identified in the face of these obstacles.

"Though people may share the same issues, this doesn’t mean they experience and cope the same way. I believe clients should feel welcome, safe, accepted, and comfortable asking questions and sharing their experiences and thoughts."

Laurie Hoyt is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience. She specializes in helping individuals dealing with grief/loss, life adjustments, relationships, depression, anxiety, faith, anger, addiction recovery, trauma, emotional expression and coping, codependency, and behavioral issues. Laurie enjoys helping others understand the process of healing by identifying concerns, strengths, needs, and goals. She seeks to help clients uplift themselves in healthy ways so they can continue their journey.

Laurie received her Master’s in Clinical Social Work from Fordham University. She uses approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, culturally sensitive therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and Christian counseling, among others.

Laurie is passionate about equipping clients with the tools to overcome challenges and rejoicing in their success. She believes you design your blank slate in therapy and is ready to walk alongside you and hear your story. Schedule an appointment today!