Patricia Meneghini , LCPC

Patricia Meneghini is an Illinois-licensed LCPC with 40 years of professional experience supporting adults through addiction, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, anger management, and depression. She approaches each person with respect for their own expertise about their life, helping them identify and build on the strengths they already possess to move toward greater well-being.

Patricia believes taking the first step toward change requires courage, and she offers steady support and practical guidance as clients pursue a more fulfilling and happier life. Her work emphasizes empowerment and collaboration, inviting clients to set goals and to use evidence-based strategies that fit their values and circumstances.

As an LCPC - a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - Patricia combines decades of clinical experience with a compassionate, skill-focused approach. She creates a space where individuals can explore challenges, learn new coping skills, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. Patricia is accepting new clients in Illinois and provides care in English.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Virtual Care

Patricia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the concerns a client brings. One focus is skills-based work that teaches practical coping strategies for issues like anger, depression, and relationship conflict - these approaches help people manage strong emotions and improve daily functioning. Another emphasis is trauma-informed support that helps clients process painful experiences and reduce their ongoing impact while building resilience and safety. Patricia also applies structured approaches for addictions, helping clients identify triggers, develop relapse-prevention skills, and strengthen motivation for change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Patricia collaborates with each person to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She draws on her experience to recommend techniques, but adapts them in partnership with clients so the work feels relevant and achievable.

Online sessions - by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - offer flexibility for busy schedules and make it easier to maintain continuity of care. These options allow clients in Illinois to connect from home or work, choose the communication style that feels most comfortable, and access therapy in ways that support consistent progress with a licensed professional.