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Kimberly Curtis

LCPC

Practical support for stress and eating concerns

  • Focused coping strategies
  • Attention and memory support
  • Nonjudgmental listening

About Kimberly

Kimberly Curtis is an Illinois licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) with five years of experience. She helps people who are feeling stressed, anxious, or stuck with addictions. She also supports concerns around self-esteem, motivation, concentration, and coping with life changes.

Kimberly aims to make the first step easier. She creates an open space where people can say what they think and feel without judgment. Sessions move at a steady, practical pace so clients can try new ideas between meetings.

Her work often focuses on improving everyday functioning. That can mean building routines for attention and memory, practicing ways to manage urges, or strengthening confidence in social or work settings. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide these efforts and tailors them to each person’s situation.

Kimberly pays attention to relationship patterns and attachment concerns when those issues matter to a client. She also addresses body image, codependency, caregiving stress, and the emotional fallout from separation or domestic violence. Her approach is direct and empathetic, helping people break problems into manageable steps.

People who start therapy with Kimberly are invited to set clear goals. Progress is reviewed regularly and plans are adjusted as needed. If you want to begin, the site’s Start Therapy process will match you and let you schedule a first session.

Evidence-based techniques and online care that fit your life

Kimberly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address common problems like anxiety, stress, and addictive behaviors. One approach focuses on practical behavior change - identifying unhelpful patterns and trying small, realistic alternatives that can improve daily functioning and reduce urges. Another approach centers on attention and memory supports - building simple routines, breaking tasks into steps, and using strategies to boost concentration and follow-through.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Kimberly will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then recommend techniques that match those needs. This collaborative process means plans are adjusted over time based on what helps most.

If you are considering online therapy, check the session options when you schedule since formats were not specified in the original biography. Online work can make therapy easier to fit into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that helps. It can also let people use quieter surroundings or avoid being on camera if they prefer. Confirm the available formats before booking so sessions match your practical needs.

License and NPI

LCPC Illinois · No. 180.0016631
NPI1982211702

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Illinois

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Kimberly address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem issues, coping with life changes, and ADHD-related concentration concerns. Additional focuses include body image, attachment and abandonment issues, codependency, and effects of separation or domestic violence.

How does she approach therapy?

Her style is practical and supportive. Sessions focus on clear goals, stepwise plans, and trying new strategies between meetings.

What experience does she bring?

Kimberly has five years of professional experience working with the concerns listed and uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in her practice.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds an Illinois LCPC credential and practices in Illinois.

In what language are sessions offered and can international clients connect?

Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options when you schedule.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button on the site, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

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