Ellen is wonderful and so caring about her clients wellbeing.
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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Anger Management, Trauma / PTSD, Anxiety, Relationships, Life Transition, Sexual Abuse, Self Esteem, Coping Skills
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About Ellen
Ellen Moncrief is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 8 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents and adults address mental health challenges and improve their quality of life. Ellen specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Ellen completed her Master of Counseling Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. Her professional experience in community mental health has enabled her to provide guidance and support to diverse populations and different mental health issues.
Ellen is a person-centered therapist who utilizes a variety of counseling approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and motivational interviewing.
We all face challenges, and sometimes we need extra support. Ellen's main priority is to ensure you feel heard and support you in your journey of finding new ways to adapt from the past, improve the present, and gain new perspectives and techniques. If you are ready to improve your mental health, schedule an appointment with her today.
"In today's stressful world, sometimes it helps to have a supportive listener who will witness how you are moving through your life and can offer new ways of coping and adapting to past, present, and future issues."
What clients say
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I really have benefitted from my time with Ellen and really have recommended Ellen and Thriveworks to colleagues and others that have mentioned mental health issues. Appreciate the....
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Ellen is wonderful and so caring about her clients wellbeing.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Ellen
My therapist, Ellen, has a unique and thoughtful approach to helping me achieve my goals. She encourages, empowers, and asks insightful questions—never imposing, only guiding with ....
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Ellen
Get to know Ellen
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I decided to become a counselor because healing and growth are beautiful things to witness, and to achieve.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
I hope all my clients know that they are doing their best, they've been doing their best, and they are brave for trying to do better.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
Thriveworks provides many ways to reach clients where they are in a thorough and secure manner.
What inspires you?
Truth, change, and witnessing people find meaning in their lives.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
Clients can expect to meet with an attentive professional who can answer their questions and begin to establish a foundation for the treatment trajectory. Clients can expect to feel heard, supported, and for their concerns to be met with empathic urgency.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
In the first session, I want to accomplish informed consent, and to ensure that my client has no or few questions left on how the therapy and scheduling will work. First and foremost, I want my client to feel safe and to feel that they can start forming a therapeutic relationship, which I understand takes time. In the first session, I want my client to feel confident that they will be able to address what they need to without being judged.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I enjoy being in nature, painting, crafting, and visiting friends and family.
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Education and training
- Years in practice
- 8 years
- Graduating institute
- The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
- Graduating degree
- Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
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