Diana Zilly, LCPC

Even though we will probably be talking about "what's wrong", I believe it's important to always find a path toward "what's right" and what aligns with your sense of self, your beliefs, values, and interests in life. Therapy is more than processing pain and trauma. It's about building a life that brings you peace and happiness. I use various approaches that incorporate my training in CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (which is a form of CBT that includes mindfulness practices), EFT Tapping, positive mindset techniques that foster resilience, psychoeducation, meditation, yoga, and so much more.

As my client, you'll of course experience some of the practical steps of intake so that I can get to know you. Additionally, I'll be learning about your strengths, what interests you, and what you positive outcomes you would like to see for yourself as a result of therapy. I usually give my clients some "homework" to do between sessions (don't worry! I'm not collecting anything for a grade!) which might be doing some breathing exercises, yoga, meditation, mindfulness, journaling, or even exercise and being active, or even some worksheets or activities to help with self-awareness.

• Illinois, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, 180009466