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OUR HEALING COLLECTIVE
TINA YE, LPC
HI, I'M TINA
Quick changes or sudden shifts in life can be both confusing and scary. You might feel lost or weighed down by heavy pressure as you go through new transitions. Whether it's coming from work, family, friends, or other circumstances, the pressures you face can take a toll on both your mind and body. This external stress may lead to resentment, pain, or even self-blame. Carrying these burdens alone can leave you feeling discouraged, timid, or bad about yourself. You might try to keep pushing forward without addressing the problem because you feel you can’t afford to stop. But trying to handle everything by yourself, or all at once, can lead to a sense of isolation and overwhelm. You are not alone—letting go is possible. You deserve relief, peace, and happiness.
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I became a therapist to help people put down their burdens and find relief from their pain. I know how crushing it can feel to hold in so many emotions, and I’ve seen how freeing it is when we open up and let them out.
"I BELIEVE WE CAN MAKE THE CHANGES WE WANT TO SEE IN OURSELVES"
I am passionate about showing people that it is possible to make the changes that they want to see in themselves. I believe we can overcome the things that hold us back when we have someone to talk to. In my work guiding and supporting emerging young adults, I’ve witnessed firsthand how having someone listen can help us recognize the positives and create plans for moving forward. I understand how important it is to approach every situation with attention, sensitivity, and respect for individual and cultural differences.
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I recognize that it’s difficult to describe our feelings or explain the situations we’re coping with. That’s why I’m dedicated to creating a calm, relaxed space where we can take our time exploring. It’s okay to make mistakes or experiment with words—stumbling as we go—as we work together toward healing and finding solutions through the process.
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As a first-generation Asian American, I deeply understand the challenges of balancing the expectations of home and society, while also feeling responsible for more than just ourselves. ​I also believe in the importance of learning to forgive— ourselves and others—when things don’t go as planned.
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With over a decade of experience in client services and several years of counseling diverse student populations at multiple universities, I take an approach that combines both accountability and empathy, especially when working with situations or individuals who may be unpredictable. I believe that by shedding light on the possibilities, we can begin to see how we can grow from the very things that once caused us pain.
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I understand how frustrating it can be when the people in your life pull you in different directions with unspoken expectations, cultural obligations, or when you feel like there’s no place where you can truly be yourself. You can overcome your fears and struggles. It’s okay to be yourself and to feel the satisfaction of defining who you are. I’d love to offer the energy, support, and guidance you need to cultivate self-approval. I’m here to help you release your burdens, find direction, and grow into the person you can appreciate and love.
TINA YE
THERAPIST, LPC
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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, Teens
QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE YOU CAN COUNT ON
As a trauma informed therapist I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, grief, boundaries, relationship issues, racial identity, coping skills and stress. I approach each client as a unique individual and derive tools from different modalities including but not limited to Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Parts Work, Motivational Interviewing, Resilience, and
Multicultural Counseling. I offer therapy in Cantonese and English.
SCHOOL:
Illinois Institute of Technology
LANGUAGES
Cantonese and English
YEAR GRADUATED:
2024
LICENSE AND STATE:
Illinois - 178.020743
YEARS IN PRACTICE:
2
CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIALTIES
CRC Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
