Serving Des Plaines, Illinois
Trauma and PTSD in Des Plaines, Illinois
Licensed Illinois therapists delivering trauma and ptsd by secure video — for Des Plaines residents, on a schedule that fits your life.
- State Licensed
- 50+ Years Combined Experience
- Specialized Training
- 100% Telehealth

Online Trauma and PTSD Serving Des Plaines
Trauma lives in the body and the mind long after the event is over. Trauma and PTSD therapy helps Des Plaines neighbors process what happened safely and reclaim a sense of control.
Mental health is health. In a city the size of Des Plaines — home to roughly 60,000 people — countless neighbors quietly wrestle with the same things you do. Trauma and PTSD is how many of them are finally turning the corner.
Whether you have been searching for trauma therapy, ptsd therapy, or ptsd counseling in Des Plaines, you are in the right place — it is all part of the trauma and ptsd care we provide to Illinois residents.
That is exactly where trauma and ptsd comes in.
What to Expect From Your First Session
You stay in the driver seat the whole way. You decide the pace, you help shape the goals, and your therapist provides the structure, tools, and accountability to keep you moving forward.
The process is collaborative, not clinical-feeling. Your therapist asks, listens, reflects, and offers practical tools you can use between sessions — so the work continues even after you log off.
But understanding the problem is only half of it.
Benefits Cook County neighbors Notice
Here is what Des Plaines neighbors gain when they start trauma and ptsd with us:
Your schedule, respected
Early morning. Lunch break. After the kids are asleep. We offer flexible hours because life doesn't pause for therapy.
Therapy from your couch, car, or closet
No commute. No waiting room. No judgmental receptionist. Log in from wherever you feel safe and comfortable.
What happens in therapy stays in therapy
HIPAA-compliant, encrypted, and completely confidential. Your private life stays private.
Zero judgment, 100% acceptance
Bring your mess. Your secrets. Your shame. This is a space where you can be fully human without fear of rejection.
There is a clear path forward from here.
Licensed, Experienced, Local to Illinois
Consistency is where progress lives. Because online trauma and ptsd is so much easier to attend, Cook County neighbors are far more likely to stick with it — and sticking with it is what produces lasting change.
There is no substitute for experience. The therapists behind Empower You Experts have spent years helping people through exactly what you are facing, and they bring that depth to every trauma and ptsd session.
That brings us to the part most people wonder about.
Proudly Serving Cook County
Our Illinois clinicians understand the rhythm of life here. Serving all Des Plaines residents Serving the Des Plaines community with professional telehealth therapy.
Living near the heart of Des Plaines or out toward the edges of Cook County makes no difference to the quality of your sessions — online trauma and ptsd reaches every corner equally. Serving the Des Plaines community with professional telehealth therapy.
Here's what that looks like in practice.
In-Office or Online: What Fits Your Life
The best therapy is the therapy you actually attend. By meeting you where you are, online trauma and ptsd in Des Plaines removes the friction that causes so many people to cancel, delay, or never start.
Think about the Cook County commute, the parking, the time carved out of an already-full day. Online trauma and ptsd gives all of that time back to you while delivering the same evidence-based care.
That brings us to the part most people wonder about.
Trauma and PTSD in Des Plaines: Common Questions
How does telehealth therapy work?
You'll connect with your therapist via secure, HIPAA-compliant video from any private location. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection. Most clients use their phone, tablet, or computer from the comfort of home.
What happens in the first session?
Your first session is about getting to know you. We'll discuss what brings you to therapy, your goals, and what you hope to achieve. There's no pressureΓÇöit's a conversation, not an interrogation. You'll also have time to ask questions and see if we're the right fit.
How much does therapy cost?
Session rates vary by therapist and service type. We offer straightforward pricing with no hidden fees. Contact us for current ratesΓÇöwe're happy to discuss payment options and ensure you can access the care you need.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate on a self-pay model, which means no insurance hassles, no claims to file, and no surprise bills. Many clients prefer this for privacy (sessions don't go on your medical record) and simplicity. We offer transparent, competitive rates with flexible payment options.
Is therapy really confidential?
Absolutely. Your sessions are protected by law and strict ethical guidelines. We use HIPAA-compliant, encrypted platforms for all communications. The only exceptions are mandated reporting situations (risk of harm to self or others, abuse of minors/elderly/disabled persons).
Start Trauma and PTSD in Des Plaines Today
Whenever you are ready, we are here. Start trauma and ptsd in Des Plaines today with a licensed therapist who will meet you with patience, expertise, and zero judgment.
Your Licensed Illinois Therapists
Dr. Lisa Lavella, PsyD, BC-TMH
Founder & CEO, Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist with 25+ years of experience in individual and couples therapy

Christina Liakopoulos, LCSW, BC-TMH
Director, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in therapy and life coaching
100% Online
Secure video sessions from anywhere in Des Plaines.
Flexible Hours
Evening and weekend appointments available.
Licensed in IL
Illinois-licensed clinicians, HIPAA-compliant care.
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