First Principles Counseling

first prin·ci·ples /fərst ˈprinsəpəlz/ noun: the fundamental concepts or assumptions on which a theory, system, or method is based (Oxford English Dictionary, n.d.)

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An image of the therapist, Brittney, smiling brightly. She is a half Asian woman with shoulder-length black hair and glasses.

Compassionate, expert care

I'm Brittney, a licensed clinical psychologist in Illinois. I'm here to help you feel accepted and understood, engage in self-reflection, and learn new skills. Learn more about me here.

Convenient online sessions

Whether you have limited mobility, keep a busy schedule, live far away, or just feel nervous about going to an office -- video sessions make therapy more accessible.

A practice grounded in values

There are many effective approaches to therapy (and I use several of them). More than any theory or technique, I believe deeply in certain core principles that guide ethical practice and create the conditions for healing. Learn about the principles that guide my practice.

My specialties

Click below to learn about the conditions I treat and my approach to helping with these struggles.

Depression

Anxiety

Trauma

Borderline Personality Disorder

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