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OUR HEALING COLLECTIVE
CORINE BARNES, MS, NCC, PRE-LCPC
HI, I'M CORINE
Have you ever felt like you're carrying the weight of the world while trying to convince everyone around you that you're okay? Maybe you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life's expectations. Perhaps you've spent so much time being strong for everyone else that you've forgotten what it feels like to prioritize yourself. Sometimes, the challenges we face are connected not only to our personal experiences but also to family patterns, generational trauma, and the environments in which we've lived. You don't have to navigate these challenges alone.
With over 10 years of professional experience in the mental health field, combined with my own personal experiences navigating life's challenges, I understand that healing is not always a straight path.
I became a mental health professional because I believe everyone deserves a safe space to be heard, understood, and supported without judgment. As a Holistic Psychotherapist, I recognize the connection between our mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being and believe that healing begins when we understand the whole person, not just their symptoms.
"YOUR STORY MATTERS, BUT YOUR PAST DOESN'T HAVE TO DEFINE YOUR FUTURE."
I believe everyone has a story worth understanding, including the chapters they may struggle to share. My approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and centered on meeting you where you are. I recognize how intergenerational trauma, childhood adversity, environmental stressors, family dynamics, and life experiences can influence our thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships. Through my professional and personal experiences, I've learned that our circumstances do not determine our worth or limit our ability to grow. I enjoy helping individuals recognize their strengths, understand emotional triggers, break unhealthy patterns, establish boundaries, and develop healthier coping strategies.
I understand how difficult it can be to ask for help, especially when you're accustomed to being the strong one. Whether you're healing from past experiences, navigating current challenges, working to break generational cycles, or simply seeking a healthier version of yourself, you deserve support, peace, and the opportunity to thrive. You don't have to have everything figured out. We can take the next step together. Let's connect and begin your wellness journey!
CORINE
BARNES, MS, NCC, Pre-LCPC
Holistic Psychotherapist
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Tele-Health Appointments
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In-person Appointments
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Accepting New Clients
SERVICES OFFERED
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Adults, Young Adults
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Couples Therapy
QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE YOU CAN COUNT ON
PRIMARY SPECIALIZATIONS INCLUDE:
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Anxiety, Depression & Emotional Wellness
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Childhood Adversity & Intergenerational Trauma
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Environmental Trauma & Chronic Stress
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Grief, Loss & Life Transitions
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Relationships, Family Dynamics & Healthy Boundaries
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Burnout, Emotional Regulation & Personal Growth
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Holistic & Trauma-Informed Support
APPROACHES, TECHNIQUES & TOOLS INCLUDE:
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Crisis Intervention and De-escalation
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Post-Traumatic Growth and Resilience-Building
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-Informed Skills
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)-Informed Strategies
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Strengths-Based Approach
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Person-Centered Approach
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Culturally Responsive and Multicultural Approaches
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Intergenerational and Environmental Trauma Education
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Narrative and Meaning-Making Strategies
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Holistic and Mind-Body Wellness
SCHOOL:
DBA Organizational Leadership - Candidate National University (Expected May 2027)
MS, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Capella University Minneapolis, MN 2017
BS, Psychology
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ 2013
LANGUAGES:
English
LICENSE AND STATE:
180.011805 Illinois
(Supervised License)
YEARS IN PRACTICE:
10
CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIALTIES
NCC (National Certified Counselor)
