Myrna Pledger, LCPC
Illinois LCPC specializing in trauma recovery
- Trauma and abuse
- Relationship and family
- Faith-informed care
About Myrna Pledger
Myrna Pledger is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Illinois who brings more than two decades of experience supporting individuals and families through complex life challenges. Trained as a community counselor, she approaches concerns with an appreciation for how personal struggles are shaped by family systems and broader community contexts. Early in her career she worked extensively with children exhibiting difficult behaviors in school settings and came to view those struggles as reflections of family dynamics and learned patterns.
Myrna specializes in helping people recover from narcissistic abuse as well as addressing depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting difficulties, trauma and physical or emotional abuse, addictions, grief, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. Her practice also supports those navigating career shifts, coping with life changes, anger, compassion fatigue, and a range of personality and relational concerns including avoidant or dependent patterns and codependency. She integrates faith-informed perspectives for clients who wish to include spiritual considerations in therapy.
Her therapeutic style is described as truth-based, educationally focused, and kind. She uses solution-focused strategies and draws on cognitive-behavioral and related rational-emotive techniques while tailoring treatment plans to the individual. Myrna emphasizes respectful, practical collaboration and offers steady support for those ready to take steps toward greater well-being.
Myrna specializes in helping people recover from narcissistic abuse as well as addressing depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting difficulties, trauma and physical or emotional abuse, addictions, grief, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. Her practice also supports those navigating career shifts, coping with life changes, anger, compassion fatigue, and a range of personality and relational concerns including avoidant or dependent patterns and codependency. She integrates faith-informed perspectives for clients who wish to include spiritual considerations in therapy.
Her therapeutic style is described as truth-based, educationally focused, and kind. She uses solution-focused strategies and draws on cognitive-behavioral and related rational-emotive techniques while tailoring treatment plans to the individual. Myrna emphasizes respectful, practical collaboration and offers steady support for those ready to take steps toward greater well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Avoidant personalityCodependencyCommitment issuesDependent personalityHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Myrna Pledger have?
Myrna Pledger has 21 years of professional experience.
Is Myrna Pledger a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - LCPC - licensed in Illinois. License details: IL LCPC 180.006251.
In which languages does Myrna Pledger provide therapy?
Myrna Pledger provides therapy in English.
Where is Myrna Pledger located?
She is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Myrna Pledger as my therapist?
You can work with Myrna Pledger through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Myrna Pledger work with international clients?
Myrna Pledger does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Myrna Pledger 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 a 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 and Online Care with Myrna Pledger
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take action toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than getting stuck trying to eliminate them. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress related to life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust; by understanding attachment styles, people can work toward healthier intimacy and improved family or romantic relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical strategies and skill-building, which is often effective for anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors, and coping with trauma.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy, and Myrna Pledger collaborates with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and needs. She tailors sessions and treatment plans rather than applying a single model, and she partners with each person to adjust the course of care as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility to fit treatment into busy schedules. Sessions can be conducted by video call or phone, and options for live chat or text-based messaging provide alternative ways to connect between traditional appointments. These formats increase accessibility for those balancing work, family, or mobility concerns and make it easier to maintain continuity of care regardless of location.