Melissa Allinger, Counselor

Melissa Allinger

(She/Her/Hers)

Counselor, Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Psychotherapist

Accepting clients
Updated 2 days ago
4 years in practice

I currently offer telehealth appointments to collaborate with you for your best self. It's my goal to break down the stigmas around mental health!

I am looking forward to meeting you! I have been practicing for 3 years in various treatment settings hospitals, emergency, and trauma care. In addition, individuals and families that have experienced divorce, depression, and most mental health disorders. I enjoy working with clients of all ages. I approach treatment from a strengths perspective and trauma-informed, using evidence-based strategies, and will work to collaboratively set goals to meet your individual needs. Clients of all backgrounds and identities are welcome in my practice.

Remote / In-person
Speaks English
Emergency number not available
Treats suicidal ideation
WhiteCisgender WomanSelf-identifyHeterosexualChristianityLGBTQIA+ ally

Practice hours (CDT)

Sun
closed
Mon
closed
Tue
10:00 am 8:00 pm
Wed
closed
Thu
10:00 am 8:00 pm
Fri
closed
Sat
closed

Accepts new patients after hospitalization for

  • Manic episodes
  • Severe depression
  • Self-harming behavior
  • Suicidal intent or a plan
  • Altered mental status or delirium
  • Psychosis (delusions and hallucinations)
  • Escalating reckless or impulsive behavior
  • Suicide attempt
  • Substance use
  • Severe emotional stress or trauma

Reserves times throughout the week for new clients after discharge from the hospital.

Adjusts scheduling to accommodate new clients after their hospitalization.

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

  • Academic Concerns
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Avoidant Personality
  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Depression
  • Drug Use
  • Family Caregiving Stress
  • Grief and Loss
  • Loneliness/Isolation
  • Narcissistic Personality
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Personality
  • Panic
  • Performance Anxiety
  • Relationship Violence/Stalking/Harassment
  • Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
  • Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
  • Schizoaffective
  • Schizophrenia, Schizophreniform and Brief Psychosis
  • School Concerns
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Social Anxiety
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma
  • Work/Life Balance

Age groups

  • Teens (13-17)
  • Young adults (18-30)
  • Adults (31-64)
  • Seniors (65 or older)

Special groups

  • Active duty military
  • Adult children of alcoholics
  • Clients from the court/judicial system
  • Neurodivergent people
  • People in the foster care system
  • People of color
  • People who are bisexual
  • People who identify as gay
  • People who identify as lesbian
  • People who identify as non-binary
  • People who identify as queer
  • People with disabilities
  • People with HIV or AIDS
  • Professional Healthcare Providers
  • Transgender
  • Veterans

Treatment specialties

Therapeutic modalities

  • Assessment/Evaluation
  • Behavior Modification
  • Couples Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Individual Therapy

Treatments

  • Academic Coaching
  • Behavior Therapy
  • Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
  • Person-Centered Therapy
  • Social Skills Training
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Anger Management
  • Family Systems Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Location

  • Mindful Aspirations Counseling & Consulting, LLC.

    Office Building

    201 West Springfield Avenuesuite 1008Champaign, IL 61820

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    Accommodations

    Entering the practice

    • Wide doorway
    • Well-lit path to entrance
    • Door can be opened easily
    • Step-free entry
    • Flat path to the front door
    • Service animals allowed
    • Disabled parking spot (8ft / 2.4m)
    • Emotional support animals allowed

    Getting around

    • Elevators

    Settling in

    • Wide entry to clinician space

Remote options

  • Video

Payment options

$60 — $250per session

Insurance

In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – Illinois
  • Health Alliance – Illinois
  • Molina – Illinois
  • United HealthСare Student Insurance – Illinois
  • In-network insurance
  • Single case agreement
  • Out-of-pocket
  • Sliding scale

Payment methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
Pay online

Credentials

Licenses

  • Licensed Social Worker

    Illinois

    150.107198, Illinois

  • LCSW

    Ray Bement

    149.019718, Illinois

Certificates

  • Telehealth

    Walden University

    I obtained my certification in Telehealth.

Education

  • Walden University

    MSW (Master of Social Work), 2022

    It is my goal to work to end the stigma that surrounds mental health!

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