Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
Hello, I am Dr. DeAnna (Dee Dee)Brookhart. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor and CODPII in the State of Illinois. I have over 29 years of experience as a therapist, in both the Community Mental Health model and in Private Practice. My experience includes working with individuals, couples and families.
My therapeutic approach is client centered and solution oriented. I will use the best approach to help my client. I have extensive training in addictions and cognitive behavior therapy.
I am an avid believer in utilizing a holistic approach to mental health therapy: mind, body, emotional and social factors all contribute to the overall wellness of every individual.
I love cooking, reading and spending time with my family and fur babies. Traveling to the beach is also high on my list of life loves!
It takes courage to take the first step towards change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and help you unlock your happiness and satisfaction with your life.
It’s choice, not chance that you are reading this and looking to make your life better!
I hope to earn the right to hear your story! I look forward to working with you!
SPECIALTIES
Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Depression
Marital /Couples Counseling
LGBTQ issues- am an ally
Also experienced in:
Family and Blended Family Issues
Work place issues and trauma
Personality Disorders
Clinical approaches:
Client Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy,
Years of Experience: 29+
Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Dr. DeAnna (Dee Dee) Brookhart is a licensed clinical professional counselor practicing in Illinois with 27 years of clinical experience. She is also a certified advanced alcohol and other drug counselor and holds CODPII-level training in co-occurring conditions, qualifications that inform her work with substance-related concerns.
Her background includes roles in both the community mental health system and private practice, providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families. Dr. Brookhart pairs a client-centered, solution-oriented stance with pragmatic clinical skills to address a wide range of concerns.
She draws on extensive training in addictions and cognitive behavioral therapy and integrates other evidence-informed methods such as motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques. Treatment is tailored to each person, using the approaches that best fit the client and the presenting issue.
Dr. Brookhart values a holistic view of mental health, attending to mind, body, emotions, and social factors as interconnected parts of overall wellness. This perspective guides her work with challenges including anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflicts, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
Outside of clinical work she enjoys cooking, reading, spending time with family and her fur babies, and traveling to the beach. She recognizes the courage involved in beginning therapy and welcomes the opportunity to support clients as they pursue greater satisfaction and well-being.
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One of the main advantages is flexibility – clients can meet with a therapist in the format that works best for them, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to maintain consistency over time.
Licensed professionals deliver care through these channels, and clients have the option to change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people seeking support with everyday mental health concerns, online therapy offers an accessible, effective way to move toward their goals.
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