Anne Kaeding , LCPC

Anne Kaeding is a licensed clinician in Illinois with 8 years of professional experience supporting people through major life challenges. She holds an LCPC - a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - which reflects advanced training in clinical counseling and therapeutic practice. Anne focuses on helping individuals navigate grief and loss, address parenting concerns, build motivation, and strengthen self-esteem and confidence, as well as manage symptoms of depression.

Her approach centers on respectful, sensitive, and compassionate care. Anne adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique circumstances, aiming to meet specific goals and preferences rather than applying a one-size-fits-all solution. She recognizes that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life often requires courage, and she offers steady support throughout that process.

Whether someone is confronting a recent loss, struggling with parenting responsibilities, or seeking renewed motivation and self-assurance, Anne works collaboratively to develop practical strategies and a personalized plan for progress. Her practice emphasizes clear communication, empathy, and tailored interventions that align with the needs of each individual.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Anne draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skill-building and emotional processing. One common focus is skills-oriented work that helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop healthier coping behaviors - this approach is useful for addressing depression, low motivation, and stress. Another focus is supportive processing aimed at grief and loss, where the work centers on creating space to process emotions, build resilience, and find ways to adapt to life changes. A coaching-oriented approach is also used to boost confidence and clarify parenting goals through concrete strategies and goal-setting.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Anne works with each person to evaluate needs, goals, and personal preferences, and then tailors methods to fit the individual rather than applying a fixed model. The therapeutic relationship guides which techniques are emphasized and how progress is tracked.

Online therapy provides flexibility and accessibility, allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, stay connected during transitions, and maintain consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location.