Catherine Seger , LCPC

Catherine Seger is a licensed clinician in Illinois with 18 years of professional experience supporting people through a range of life challenges. As an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor), she draws on long-standing clinical practice to help clients navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, motivation struggles, self-esteem and confidence issues, and depression. She approaches each person as the expert of their own story and seeks to build on existing strengths to address the things that feel overwhelming.

Her style emphasizes respect for the client’s perspective and collaborative work to find practical ways forward. Catherine recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and regards the decision to seek help as an important first step. She aims to create a supportive environment where clients can explore goals, develop coping strategies, and reengage with the values and activities that matter most to them.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Support

Catherine Seger integrates several well-established approaches into her online practice to meet different needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then identify personal values and take committed actions that create a more meaningful life - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and motivation challenges.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful and empathetic relationship where the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach supports self-exploration and helps people build confidence and clarity around their goals.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Catherine works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors techniques and pacing so the plan evolves as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow clients to access care from home or other convenient locations. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable.