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- CBT
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Cyd
LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) in Illinois with 25 years of experience. Cyd O'Neal helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She works with a range of personal and life challenges, including aging and geriatric issues, blended family matters, caregiver stress, communication problems, social anxiety, and women's issues.
Cyd sees people as the experts on their own stories. She uses practical methods to identify what is working and what to change. Sessions focus on concrete steps, clearer thinking, and building on strengths people already have. The aim is to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning through understandable techniques you can use outside sessions.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. That means she helps clients spot thinking patterns that keep them stuck, find motivation for change, and set short-term goals that lead to measurable improvements. Conversations are goal-oriented and action-focused rather than abstract.
Across 25 years of practice, Cyd has worked with adults facing life transitions, care responsibilities, and relationship strain. She often addresses communication breakdowns and practical ways to manage stress. Her work includes helping people clarify life purpose and strengthen self-regard.
People beginning therapy are asked to identify a few clear goals. Early sessions focus on assessment and setting small, achievable steps. Progress is reviewed regularly and adjusted as needed.
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How her approaches shape remote sessions
Many of her methods translate well to remote work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors; it suits worry, anxiety, low mood, and stress by focusing on practical exercises and skill practice. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversation that clarifies what matters to the client and strengthens their own reasons for change; it is useful when motivation feels low or change feels stalled. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on concrete, short-term goals and small steps that produce visible progress; it helps when someone wants rapid, practical change.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. She will work with the client to match methods to their goals, preferences, and daily realities. Early sessions are used to assess needs and agree on a plan that may shift over time based on what works.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm which formats are currently offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten check-ins when time is limited, and allow continued contact during life transitions. These practical benefits help people use therapy without rearranging everything in their lives.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, blended family issues, aging and geriatric concerns, communication problems, social anxiety, life purpose, and women's issues.
What therapeutic methods are used in sessions?
Sessions draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. These methods emphasize changing unhelpful thoughts, finding motivation, and setting short-term actionable goals.
How much experience does this clinician have?
She has 25 years of professional experience. That span reflects work across a range of adult concerns and life stages.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, licensed in Illinois. Her practice is located in Illinois.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not listed in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on the chosen location and subscription plan.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule a first session.
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