Lynn Willard, LCSW, IL | Psychotherapist

About Lynn Willard

Focus areas

Adolescent Addiction / Substance Abuse

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Irrational Fears / Phobias

Anxiety

Confused Memory

Psychological Trauma

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Intervention

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Eclectic

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Lynn Willard

Making the decision to start therapy is not easy. Talking to a complete stranger about very personal issues is unnerving to many. I want my clients to feel at ease the moment we meet. I want my clients to feel comfortable sharing what they choose to share at their own pace in a safe, non-judgmental space. So how can I achieve this? By sharing some of my stories with you, you will see that all of us have issues to deal with. The difference between you and me is that I studied hard to learn how to be a therapist and continue to do that for 33 years. Before I tell you about the kind of therapy you can expect from me, let me share a little about my background. I have been a widow for 16 years and enjoy 3 wonderful adult children. My husband was my high school teacher, and we waited seven years before we started our family. When I went back to school to get an MSW, I worked full-time at a child welfare agency and took a couple of classes at a time. My husband became Mr. Mom and gave me all the support I needed to complete the degree in 1992. I missed a LOT of my kids’ activities and sporting events, leaving me with guilt and regret. I am telling you this because so many of my clients through the years share the same kinds of experiences. Fast forward to November of 1992, when I opened a non-profit child welfare agency to provide adoption services to infertile couples and child sexual abuse assessments and treatment to families affected by sexual abuse. That agency is still providing those specialized services in central Illinois today! In 2023, I retired from that agency and began doing remote therapy on a part-time basis for clients with depression, anxiety, addictions, and many forms of trauma, mostly adults. I have supported clients coping with grief, age-related memory loss, young adults facing panic attacks, survivors of childhood abuse, parents managing children’s mental disorders, and various other concerns.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Prenuptial Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Prenuptial Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Emora Health

Education and training

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1659678241

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Lynn Willard?

Generally, Lynn Willard has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Lynn Willard's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Lynn Willard accepting new patients?

Lynn Willard generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Lynn Willard's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Lynn Willard accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Lynn Willard online?

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What practice does Lynn Willard work with?

Lynn Willard works with Emora Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Lynn Willard?

Lynn Willard frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Lynn Willard on their profile.