La Toya Patterson PhD, LCPC, NCC

Online Therapy

Clinical Therapist

Illinois

www.essenceofhealingllc.com

About La Toya

Dr. Patterson has 15 years of experience as a therapist. Dr. Patterson has experience working with individuals that struggle with depression, anxiety, substance dependency, stress management, and trauma. She believes in taking a holistic approach to addressing an individual’s needs. The process of healing does not just focus on an individual’s mental health but their physical, social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. Dr. Patterson received a Master of Art in Clinical Professional Psychology from Roosevelt University and a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology from Argosy University. She received her PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision from Adler University.

Costs and Insurance

$180 per session

Out of Pocket

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Cigna

Optum

UnitedHealthcare

How do you work with clients with anxiety?

For individuals with anxiety, I like to gather information about when the anxiety started. I like to also discuss past strategies that they have used to manage the anxiety. I provide breathing techniques to help reduce the anxiety. Additionally, I work to reframe thought patterns that may maintain the client's anxiety.

Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?

I have always been interested in the human psyche and human behavior. I have a strong passion to assist others with managing their day-to-day lives and providing strategies to help them to be their best self.

For people that are hesitant to try therapy, what do you wish you could tell them?

I know that therapy can seem scary or cause anxiety but just know that it is the first to being the better version of you. Therapy is a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can share and process your inner feelings.

What do therapy sessions with you look like?

I allow the client to take control of the session because they are the authors of their stories. I am there to actively listen to the client and provide insight to the client as well as strategies to help them improve their current situation(s). I pride myself on developing a trusting therapeutic relationship with the client.

Interested in talking?

(847) 643-1016