Dr. Cathryn Perfetti, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Cathryn is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
More about Cathryn
- 26 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
EMPOWERMENT. PURPOSE. PEACE.
Hello. I am a pet lover with two cats, Leo and Bella and small dog named Niko; a mother of three grown women; and love the performing arts, especially modern dance. I have been counseling for 25 years, eleven of those years at the community college level. I now own a small private practice and enjoy guiding people through their journey of self discovery. I especially enjoy being part of empowering people to find purpose in their lives in order to live peacefully.
I acquired a PhD from Capella University in Human Services, a MEd from DePaul University in Counseling, and a BA degree from Barat College in Psychology and Dance, the place that I fell in love with modern dance. I have worked with college student's personal, academic and career related issues, the homeless, and the chronically mentally ill.
My approach to helping you is based in humanistic psychology, which is looking into the whole self in order to live a happier, self-actualizing and creative life. To achieve this, we will explore your symptoms, personality and love languages. Then we engage in CBT (cognitive behavior therapy), which looks deeply into your belief system, thoughts, and values that impact your behaviors. How our beliefs have formed impact what we say, how we feel, and how we react to situations and others. Sometimes, our beliefs can be irrational and contribute to anxiety and/or depression. Our coping styles can be healthy and/or unhealthy, our self-talk can be negative or positive. We will work towards learning healthy coping skills, self-care, and over coming negative thinking with a positive, strength based focus.
My ideal client is one that is at least 18 years of age that is ready to make changes in their life in order to maximize their quality of life, personal enjoyment, and find peace. I am here to help you discover your true self and embrace your "New Normal". The utilization of various assessments allows you and I to partner in the development of a customized treatment plan.
Specialties
Licenses
Dr. Cathryn Perfetti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124387352.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180.000332 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Cathryn Perfetti offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Cathryn Perfetti works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Cathryn Perfetti speak?
Dr. Cathryn Perfetti speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Cathryn Perfetti have?
Dr. Cathryn Perfetti has 26 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Cathryn Perfetti licensed to practice?
Dr. Cathryn Perfetti is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Dr. Cathryn Perfetti accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Cathryn Perfetti accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Dr. Cathryn Perfetti?
Dr. Cathryn Perfetti can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Cathryn Perfetti?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.