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Have questions? Want to schedule a free consultation? Reach out. You can call me at 217-731-4638 or email me at infoMelanie Sivley Counseling.com.
I generally respond within 24 business hours. Reach out today!
I'm located at 206 N. Randolph, Suite 505B, Champaign, IL 61820 You can watch my video here to see how to find my office in the building.
Anxiety
Imagine a world where you can feel calm. What would it be like if anxiety didn’t rule your life? What if you felt comfortable in social situations? Picture your life without panic attacks.
Everyone experiences anxiety. We’ve all had the butterflies in our stomach, the racing thoughts, the tightness in the chest. Sometimes anxiety can become overwhelming. It can be the biggest thing in your life. You’re not alone. Anxiety is the leading mental health issue in the country, affecting over 18% of the population.
The good news is, anxiety is treatable! Whether you’re struggling with anxiety in social situations, anxiety as a result of the stress of being in college or fear before taking tests. If you have panic attacks or a general feeling of unease or dread, I’m here to help.
As a therapist who specializes in anxiety treatment in Champaign, IL & Urbana, IL I understand what it’s like to struggle with anxiety. I’ll truly listen to your experience and help you develop new coping skills. We’ll use a combination of CBT therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness techniques and Talk therapy to help you navigate your way out of anxiety and into being your best self.
Whether you’re seeking anxiety treatment for social anxiety, panic attacks, generalized anxiety or test anxiety, I’m here to help. Reach out today and schedule a free consultation.
College Students
There's a myth that college is supposed to be the best time of your life. You've dreamed about this for years. Studied hard, visited all the colleges and finally made your ‘perfect' choice. You were excited and scared. Looking forward to a magical four years.
The truth is, although college can be an amazing time in your life-it is hard! University of Illinois is a huge school with top academics. It’s easy to feel lost in the crowd or to find yourself overwhelmed with the pressure to achieve. The stress of making new friends is real. It can be hard to learn how to adult. Finding yourself having to learn new study skills or even to learn to study for the first time ever is exhausting.
I can help. I work with a lot of college students and understand the challenges faced by young adults that are trying to find their way. Here are some of the common challenges I help college students navigate.
Trauma Therapy: Whether you have survived a sexual assault, or an abusive relationship, I am here to help. If you have a history of bullying in high school or other past stressful experiences, we can work through it together. I am an experienced trauma therapist who can meet you where you are and help you to heal and move beyond your trauma. EMDR is especially well suited for this.
Anxiety Counseling: I work with clients who struggle with general anxiety, social anxiety, testing anxiety and performance anxiety. You don’t have to do this alone! Reach out and we can talk about ways for you to manage your anxiety and be successful in school.
Depression: Depression is so common for college students. Huge life changes take a toll on your mental health. You don’t have to stay stuck. You can get help and learn to feel good and enjoy your life again.
Life Transitions: Life transitions are a major part of college and it can be difficult. Being away from home for the first time, finding internships, joining clubs, learning to navigate a brand new world. Not to mention deciding what to major in and what your next steps are after graduation. I can help you navigate your new world.
Stress Management: College is stressful! Finding a new friend group, trying to balance school and internships, jobs and clubs. It can be a lot. I can help you learn new coping skills to help you mange the stressors of college so you aren’t overwhelmed.
Confidential, Simple, Secure, Safe Telehealth Services
Now more than ever is the time to find support and connect with a therapist.
It's okay that you are overwhelmed.
It's okay that you are anxious.
It's okay that you are struggling with our collective 'new normal.'
These are difficult times. No-one has a blueprint on what is happening or what comes next. Your feelings are valid. Your struggle is understandable.
The important thing is to not be overwhelmed by this experience. I have offered telehealth counseling for several years. Although it is not my preferred method of therapy, it is effective. I am licensed in the state of Illinois meaning I can work with you even if you are not in the Champaign/Urbana area.
Although the standards for telehealth therapy have been relaxed (therapists are not required to use secure platforms at this time.) I have not relaxed my standards. All telehealth therapy is conducted on a secure, hippa compliant platform.
You can connect over a laptop or desktop with no special software. Just follow the link to start the session!
You can also connect on your phone. (There's an app for that.) Download the app and follow the link. It's really that simple.
Video not for you? I can work with that. We can also conduct therapy over the phone. During this incredibly difficult time, I try to be as flexible as I can so that I can best support my clients.
