Anxiety, Depression, Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), Behavioral Issues, Family Conflict

Family Counseling, Couples/Marriage Counseling, Individual Counseling

Online in Illinois

5 years in practice

Ages served: 0-64

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Lakyn accepts 9 insurers

Aetna

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | PPO

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | PPO - Blue Choice

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

SELF-PAY COSTS

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200

first session

$170

subsequent sessions

About Lakyn

I am a licensed social worker (LSW) with 5 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral concerns, and family-related stressors. I have experience supporting individuals and families as they manage challenges at home, school, and within their communities.

I earned my master’s degree in social work from Aurora University and a Bachelor of Science in human services from Quincy University. My clinical approach is person-centered and incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify goals, build coping skills, and work toward stability and success in daily life.

I enjoy working with individuals from all backgrounds and strive to create a space where clients feel safe, supported, and truly heard. My goal is to ensure you leave each session feeling validated, empowered, and confident in your ability to navigate life’s challenges.

"As a clinician, I have an authentic, unique approach centered on each client and their unique needs."

Get to know Lakyn

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

I have a strong love for helping those in need. I have personal experience with mental health in my family so I am passionate about supporting families.

What types of clients do you work best with?

Adolescents, teens, and families

What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?

Therapy is challenging and it takes time. However, we will get there together.

What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?

I like to get to know my clients first. We will start with the basics and get to know one another first.

What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?

I am a mom, wife, daughter, and friend. I use my own personal values to inform my practice. I treat everyone with compassion and empathy.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

I use a person centered approach. Each client has unique needs that works for their specific situation. I am aware of each person needing their own technique and structure my sessions to their needs.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesAnxiety, Depression, Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), Behavioral Issues, Family Conflict, Body Image Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Antisocial Personality, Anger Management, Coping Skills, ADHD, Chronic Illness/Pain, Career Counseling, Emotional Disturbance, Eating Disorder, Dual Diagnosis, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Divorce, Infidelity, Infertility, Grief, Military / Veteran, Men’s Issues, Marital & Premarital, Life Transition, Psychosis, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Personality Disorders, Performance Anxiety, Peer Relationships, Parenting, Panic Attack, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Obesity, Mood Disorders, Substance Use, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Step-Family / Blended Family Issues, Sports Performance, Spirituality, Social Anxiety, Sleep / Insomnia, Sexual Abuse, Self-Harming, School Issues, Self Esteem, Relationships, Women’s Issues, Weight Loss, Trauma / PTSD, Thinking Disorders, Teen Violence, Suicidal Ideation

ApproachesBehavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family / Marital, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Play Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Trauma-Focused, Strength-Based Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT)