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ABOUT
KARI
Dr. Kari Mika-Lude
PhD, LPC (WV), LCPC (IL), AADC-S (WV), CAADC (IL), ALPS (WV), NCC, MAC, CCTP, ACS, NREMT; Founder/CEO and Therapist
(she/her/hers)
Not currently accepting clients
Working with
Dr. Mika-Lude
My approach is holistic, focusing on you as a whole person and working to identify the source(s) of a problem in addition to reducing symptoms. Together, we will take a look at your thoughts/beliefs, feelings, and behaviors; identify any problematic patterns; and begin to change those patterns to be more useful and constructive. We will also work on developing coping skills to help you feel better and build confidence and resiliency for facing life's challenges and stressors.
I specialize in working with adults with a variety of mental health, trauma, addiction, and interpersonal issues. I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which is an evidence-based therapeutic approach for treating trauma. We will work together to come up with a plan that meets your specific needs.
Whatever your aspirations, I want to help you achieve them. Therapy is hard work, but you don't have to do it alone; we'll work together to get you where you want to go. Your future self will thank you!
About Dr. Mika-Lude
Licenses & Certifications
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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Licensed Professional Supervisor (ALPS) in the State of West Virginia (license #2276)
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Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the State of Illinois (license #180-009652)
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National Certified Counselor (NCC)
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Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor / Clinical Supervisor (AADC-S) in the State of West Virginia (certificate #13-323)
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Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) in the State of Illinois (certificate #32778)
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Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
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Master Addictions Counselor (MAC)
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Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS; certificate #ACS01983)
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Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT)
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40-hour Domestic Violence Crisis Intervention and Advocacy certification
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40-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention and Advocacy certification
Service(s) Offered:
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Individual therapy
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Couples therapy
Client Focus:
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Adults
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First responders
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Veterans
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Couples
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LGBTQ+
Specialties:
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Trauma/PTSD
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EMDR
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Addiction/co-occurring disorders
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Depression and other mood disorders
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Anxiety disorders
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Stress management
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Relationship/family concerns
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Codependency
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Grief/loss
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Divorce
Education & Training
2020-2022
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Counselor Education and Supervision
Northern Illinois University (CACREP-accredited)
Dissertation*: Merely Mortal: A Quantitative Examination of the Dehumanization of First Responders
*If you are a first responder and would be interested in participating in a 10-minute, ANONYMOUS online survey, please click here.
2014-2016
Doctoral (PhD) coursework, Counselor Education and Supervision
Northern Illinois University (CACREP-accredited)
2013-2014
Certificate, Advanced Substance Abuse/Addictions Counseling
Oakton Community College
2012-2013
EMDR Basic Training, Level I and Level II
EMDR International Association
2009-2012
Master of Arts (MA), Counseling Psychology (60 credit hours)
Adler University - Chicago (formerly the Adler School of Professional Psychology
2004-2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology (applied track)
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
“Kari is AMAZING!!! She saved my marriage. She was my daughter's counselor also and helper her tremendously. I think she is awesome, and I would recommend her to everyone.”
W.S., former client
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