Ingrid Wheeler - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

11 years experience

About Ingrid Wheeler

As a licensed therapist in Illinois, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on empowering clients to develop resilience, self-understanding, and meaningful life strategies. I have extensive experience addressing challenges like depression, anxiety, life transitions, and interpersonal dynamics.

My therapeutic practice focuses on creating a compassionate, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences and develop healthier coping mechanisms. I work collaboratively with clients across diverse backgrounds, including women, Veterans, caregivers, and individuals managing workplace stress, social anxiety, and personal growth challenges.

Drawing from evidence-based practices, I help clients build self-esteem, improve communication, process trauma, and develop skills for managing stress and emotional complexity. My goal is to support you in discovering your inner strengths and creating positive, sustainable changes in your life.

Licenses

LCSW

149.017207

Professional experience

Addictions
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Forgiveness
Impulsivity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Self-harm
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Workplace issues

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

9 Reviews

“Ingrid listens and gives insight to our sessions. She has helped me realize the patterns to myself and helped me make changes to better me.”

“I love my therapist and I would highly recommend her and Better Help to anyone.”

“Ingrid does a great job, not only listening but in reciprocating my concerns but also takes time in trying understanding them if unsure or my explanation is not quite clear. I feel like the communication between us so far, has provided a solid path towards achieving my mental health goals.”

“Ingrid is amazing. She really listens to me and finds ways to help.”

“Ingrid is great and easy to talk to.”

“Thank you for your help!”

“She is an amazing therapist! She listens to what I’m saying and makes a true and conscious effort to help me be a better me. She is actually the reason I will be continuing my BetterHelp membership. Just having support like that is so beneficial especially to people who feel like they don’t know what to do or where to go next.”

“Always feel better after every season.”

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