Dr. DeAnna Brookhart, LCPC
Experienced LCPC in addictions and relationships
- Addictions and recovery
- Couples and family
- CBT and client-centered
About Dr. DeAnna Brookhart
Dr. DeAnna Brookhart is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Illinois with 27 years of clinical experience in both community mental health settings and private practice. She has worked with individuals, couples, and families on a broad range of concerns, including addictions, relationship and family challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, bipolar disorder, intimacy-related issues, and LGBT matters.
Her work is grounded in client-centered and solution-focused principles, and she integrates cognitive behavioral strategies and motivational interviewing to meet each person's goals. With extensive training in addiction treatment and CBT, she tailors interventions to the needs of each client while emphasizing practical skills for coping, communication, and relapse prevention. Dr. Brookhart values a holistic perspective on wellness that recognizes mind, body, emotional, and social factors as interconnected.
Outside of her clinical role she enjoys cooking, reading, spending time with family and her pets, and trips to the beach. She honors the courage it takes to seek change and aims to provide a respectful, collaborative environment where people can explore their stories, clarify priorities, and work toward greater satisfaction in life.
Her work is grounded in client-centered and solution-focused principles, and she integrates cognitive behavioral strategies and motivational interviewing to meet each person's goals. With extensive training in addiction treatment and CBT, she tailors interventions to the needs of each client while emphasizing practical skills for coping, communication, and relapse prevention. Dr. Brookhart values a holistic perspective on wellness that recognizes mind, body, emotional, and social factors as interconnected.
Outside of her clinical role she enjoys cooking, reading, spending time with family and her pets, and trips to the beach. She honors the courage it takes to seek change and aims to provide a respectful, collaborative environment where people can explore their stories, clarify priorities, and work toward greater satisfaction in life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. DeAnna Brookhart have?
Dr. DeAnna Brookhart has 27 years of experience.
Is Dr. DeAnna Brookhart a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCPC credential. License details: IL LCPC 180003683.
In which languages does Dr. DeAnna Brookhart provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. DeAnna Brookhart located?
She is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Dr. DeAnna Brookhart as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. DeAnna Brookhart through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. DeAnna Brookhart work with international clients?
Dr. DeAnna Brookhart does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. DeAnna Brookhart 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Dr. DeAnna Brookhart draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing to guide online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and supporting the client's own priorities so people feel heard and respected while they explore personal goals and relationships. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical skill-building, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that supports readiness for change by exploring ambivalence and strengthening motivation.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Brookhart works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies over time as those needs evolve.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and for those who may have mobility or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from familiar surroundings, and use the communication style that best suits each individual’s comfort and daily life.
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