Kari Stearns-Lamb, LCSW — Therapist in Illinois

Hi there, I'm Kari!

My priority is you, and what you need to feel successful in your life. I believe in the holistic approach. This allows you to heal by taking all of your life experiences into consideration during the treatment process.

My focus

I enjoy working with adults ages 18 and up. I have a mix of experiences that allows me to adjust my therapy approaches as needed.

My approach

My approach with each client is a non-judgmental, safe space that is met with positive regard no matter the goals being worked on. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and acceptance and commitment therapy; just to name a few. Nonetheless, I feel that each client is unique so there is no one therapy approach that fits everyone.

My communication style

I strongly believe in nonjudgmental therapy and a trusting relationship. It is a true privilege to work with each of my clients, and I honor the relationships and the trust placed in me. I value open lines of communication and candidness.

My journey to mental healthcare

During the first session, I want to get to know all about you, but I know time will not allow for that. I do not carry an agenda as this is your time, not mine. I like to help you get comfortable with therapy and learn goals that you may have been wanting to set for yourself.

My goals for you

When I turned 30 I knew I needed to go back and finish college. I fell in love with the therapy process and I haven't turned back since. It is an absolute honor to hold a place for each of my clients.

Our first session

I will look forward to our sessions, where we can work on creating the change that you want in your life. Together, in a safe space, we can work through everything that is troubling you. Your ideas, goals, and needs will drive all of our sessions.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)

Motivational Interviewing

Schema Therapy

Sex Therapy

+ 9 more

Focus populations

Police/Fire/First Responders

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

+ 2 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

+ 42 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from St. Ambrose University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Kari Stearns-Lamb