Ekaterina Charland, LCPC

Licensed in Illinois · 5 years in practice

Ekaterina Charland is a licensed counselor in Illinois who helps people managing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and issues related to LGBT identity.

License and registration

LCPC, Illinois: 180.015484 · expires March 2027
NPI: 1639882509 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 5
Languages: English

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About Ekaterina

Ekaterina Charland is a licensed counselor in Illinois who helps people managing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and issues related to LGBT identity. She also supports people facing big life changes and those looking to build motivation and confidence. Her tone is direct and compassionate, aimed at people who want practical help and clear steps forward.

She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space for people to talk through their thoughts and feelings.

Background and approach

Sessions are aimed at understanding what matters most to each person and finding realistic ways to cope day to day. Ekaterina listens for patterns that keep problems stuck and works with clients to try new approaches. Her work includes attention to concerns such as social anxiety, isolation and loneliness, seasonal mood changes, and challenges tied to gender and sexuality.

She also brings experience supporting people with autism spectrum traits and intellectual disability when those issues affect daily life and emotional well-being. With five years of professional experience, Ekaterina draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to make sessions focused and useful. She encourages practical skills that can be practiced between meetings so progress continues outside sessions.

People who choose to work with her can expect straightforward conversation, concrete coping tools, and a focus on small steps that add up. The aim is steady progress toward a more manageable and satisfying life.

Focus areas and approaches

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Online support

Evidence-based approaches and convenient online care

Ekaterina uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that help people change unhelpful thinking and build coping skills. One approach focuses on identifying and testing automatic thoughts so clients can respond to stress and anxiety with clearer, calmer thinking. This helps with worry, social anxiety, and low mood by changing how situations are interpreted.

Another approach concentrates on building practical skills for everyday life, such as emotion regulation, problem-solving, and gradual exposure to feared situations. These tools aim to reduce avoidance and increase confidence in handling stressors like isolation, seasonal mood shifts, or relationship concerns related to identity.

Choosing the right combination of approaches is collaborative. The therapist works with each person to set goals, try methods, and adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful. That way therapy stays focused on the client's needs and preferences.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication styles. Video is useful for in-depth discussion and visual cues, phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging can support quick check-ins or ongoing processing between sessions. These options make therapy more flexible for people balancing work, family, and other commitments.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem problems, LGBT-related issues, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include social anxiety, isolation, seasonal mood shifts, and sexuality.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her approach is open and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on listening and practical steps. Sessions focus on understanding everyday patterns and trying tools that can be used between meetings.

What is her professional background?

She has five years of professional work experience helping people with a range of emotional and identity-related concerns. She aims to combine clear conversation with actionable coping strategies.

Is she licensed and where does she practice?

She holds an LCPC credential and practices in Illinois. The listing notes an Illinois license designation as LCPC.

Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions can be done by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.

How does cost and payment work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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