Corey Cunningham
Authenticity-centered counseling with warmth and practical support
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About
Corey Cunningham, LCPC, is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Illinois who supports people in showing up as their authentic selves while honoring the full arc of their story - past, present, and future. Corey brings a grounded, affirming presence to therapy and understands that starting counseling can feel like a big step, especially when it is a first experience or when mental health has not been openly discussed in a client’s family.
Corey uses a strength-based lens that highlights the resilience clients have already demonstrated through difficult seasons, helping them translate that resilience into usable, everyday strength. Sessions may incorporate gentle movement and body awareness to help clients tune in to their nervous system and make room for what they are experiencing. Corey also welcomes creative, relatable ways of connecting at the start of sessions, such as sharing a TikTok, meme, photo, artwork, or a song that resonated recently, as a way to settle in and find a steady center.
As someone who is AuDHD, queer-identifying, and living with chronic illness, Corey values accommodations and encourages clients to use the supports that help them feel at ease, including ESAs during sessions. Corey’s aim is to foster a trusting, supportive space where clients can be themselves without masks or judgment while working toward meaningful growth and well-being.
Corey uses a strength-based lens that highlights the resilience clients have already demonstrated through difficult seasons, helping them translate that resilience into usable, everyday strength. Sessions may incorporate gentle movement and body awareness to help clients tune in to their nervous system and make room for what they are experiencing. Corey also welcomes creative, relatable ways of connecting at the start of sessions, such as sharing a TikTok, meme, photo, artwork, or a song that resonated recently, as a way to settle in and find a steady center.
As someone who is AuDHD, queer-identifying, and living with chronic illness, Corey values accommodations and encourages clients to use the supports that help them feel at ease, including ESAs during sessions. Corey’s aim is to foster a trusting, supportive space where clients can be themselves without masks or judgment while working toward meaningful growth and well-being.
- Location:
- Illinois, United States
- Years Experience:
- 5
- Gender:
- Non-binary
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, ADHD
Other areas of experience: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: IL LCPC 180.017913
- NPI Number: 1568321727
- License: LCPC (Illinois)
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Corey Cunningham, LCPC, draws from approaches that can feel supportive and practical in an online setting. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a warm, respectful relationship where clients can explore thoughts and emotions at their own pace, which can be especially helpful when starting therapy feels intimidating or when a person is working on self-esteem and self-trust.Somatic Therapy brings in gentle body awareness and mindful attention to physical sensations, helping clients notice how stress, anxiety, and past experiences show up in the body. Trauma-Focused Therapy offers a way to understand the impact of trauma and abuse while building coping skills and steadiness, with care taken to move at a pace that feels manageable.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Corey collaborates with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful in the moment, adjusting the work as needs change over time.
Online therapy also makes it easier to fit support into real life. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexible options for different schedules, energy levels, and communication styles.
How much experience does Corey Cunningham have?
Corey Cunningham has 5 years of experience providing therapy.
Is Corey Cunningham a licensed therapist?
Yes. Corey Cunningham is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC). License: Illinois LCPC 180.017913.
In which languages does Corey Cunningham provide therapy?
Corey Cunningham provides therapy in English.
Where is Corey Cunningham located?
Corey Cunningham is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Corey Cunningham as my therapist?
You can work with Corey Cunningham through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what feels most comfortable and what is available.
Does Corey Cunningham work with international clients?
No. Corey Cunningham does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Corey Cunningham cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.