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Phanisushma Cheturvedula(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Illinois
Anxiety -Attachment issues- Couples counseling- Depression- Life transitions- Trauma-

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Professional statement

Sushma is a dedicated and compassionate therapist with over 10 years of experience helping individuals navigate life's complexities. With an M.S. in Counseling Psychology and an Ed.S. in Professional Counseling, she specializes in working with high-achieving individuals who, despite their successes, struggle with feelings of stress, anxiety, or a sense of disconnection. Her clients often find themselves at critical junctures—whether it's a career change, a personal loss, or a desire for deeper connection—where old patterns no longer serve them.

Sushma's therapeutic approach is both holistic and evidence-based, offering a unique blend of insight and practical skills. She helps clients explore how past experiences and core beliefs influence their present-day challenges, fostering a deeper self-awareness. At the same time, she provides concrete, skills-based strategies rooted in mindfulness and the mind-body connection to help clients find relief and feel more grounded in the here and now. Her style is interactive, empathetic, and trauma-informed, positioning clients as active partners in their healing journey.

Sushma is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. She believes that therapy is a collaborative process, empowering you to move from simply reacting to life to confidently and thoughtfully responding to it, ultimately helping you build a more resilient and fulfilling life.


Message to clients

My hope for you is that you find our work together to be a safe and transformative experience. Therapy is a deeply personal journey, and my first priority is to create a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood without judgment. I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to serve as a compassionate guide, helping you connect with your inner wisdom and resilience.

In our sessions, you can expect a collaborative partnership. We will work together to explore the challenges that brought you here and uncover the patterns that may be holding you back. My approach is both holistic and practical, blending insightful conversation with concrete tools and strategies that you can apply to your daily life. I want you to feel empowered to move through life with greater confidence, purpose, and peace.

Starting therapy is a courageous step, and I honor the strength it takes to begin this process. It would be a privilege to walk alongside you on your path toward healing and growth.


Work and Education

Progressive Life Counseling, Mental Health Therapist, 2021 - Present
Life Stance, Mental Health Therapist, 2021 - 2024
Lake Behavioral Hospital, Assessment & Referral Clinician, 2020 - 2021

University of Central Missouri, M.S Counseling Psychology, 2020
University of Central Missouri, Ed.S Professional Counseling, 2020

Licensure

Illinois: 180.016972

Languages

English, Hindi, Telugu

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Attachment issues - Development of effective relational and communication skills; insight into family attachment patterns;fostering healthy family relationships.

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)
  • Loveland Therapy Fund Clients

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • Cigna
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Northwestern University Student Health Insurance (Aetna)

Phanisushma Cheturvedula is accepting clients using listed insurances, paying listed fees, or using health insurance out-of-network benefits other than:

  • Carelon


Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Phanisushma Cheturvedula

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$75 (53min)
  • Sliding scale:$55 - $75
  • Initial session:$100 (53min)
  • Couples sessions:$100 (53min)

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