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Kenita Perry-Bell, LCSW
Illinois
LCSW - Stress and relationship concerns
See online therapy options- CBT and mindfulness
- Health and caregiver support
- Coaching and goal work
About Kenita
Kenita Perry-Bell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois with 15 years of clinical and coaching experience. She has worked in health settings and with people facing substance use concerns. Her practice addresses stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and self-esteem difficulties.
She also offers support around anger, addictions, intimacy-related issues, sleep and eating concerns, parenting and career matters, and coping with life changes. Kenita notes experience with caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and issues tied to attachment and abandonment. She mentions work with first responders and people affected by cancer as part of her background.
Her stated approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness-based methods, psychodynamic ideas, motivational interviewing, and client-centered principles. In sessions she focuses on practical steps and conversation that help people notice thoughts and habits and try new responses. She uses coaching techniques alongside therapeutic work for people who want goal-focused help.
Kenita describes her style as interactive and person-focused. She aims to listen, reflect, and help people clarify next steps. Her experience in health settings informs support for medical and caregiver concerns, including survivors and family members affected by cancer.
She works in English and accepts international clients. Before booking, confirm the platforms and session formats offered so they match your needs. To begin, follow the site flow to complete a matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How Kenita uses structured approaches online
Kenita uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. CBT sessions often focus on clear steps and homework to try between meetings, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.She also uses client-centered principles that prioritize listening and reflecting so clients set the agenda. That approach aims to make therapy collaborative and focused on what the person wants to address. Mindfulness therapy is used to build skills for noticing thoughts and bodily responses, and it often helps with managing stress and improving sleep or attention.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Kenita will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before, and then suggest methods to try. This is a collaborative process and can be adjusted as needs change.
Confirm the available session formats before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work, caregiving, or medical routines. It can also allow shorter check-ins, avoid travel time, or reduce the need for a long commute when managing treatment and day-to-day life.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Texas, Indiana, Nevada
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and self-esteem issues plus topics like anger, addictions, intimacy-related concerns, and caregiver stress.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic ideas, and client-centered methods to help people notice patterns and try different responses.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of experience working as a therapist and life coach, including work in health settings and with substance use concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and practices based in Illinois.
In which language can I work with her?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are supported for your work together.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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