Kaitlyn has been so wonderful! She really an expertise in her field. She is very easy to talk to and give really sound advice and is super understanding without judgment. I strongly recommend her. I haven’t had any other counselor that is as helpful and supportive as Kaitlyn.
Kaitlyn Whitebread, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Kaitlyn is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Kaitlyn. View 4 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
I genuinely love kaitlyn so much. We connect so well and she is really good at calming me down and making me think things through more.
More about Kaitlyn
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
Hello and Welcome!
My name is Kaitlyn and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I recognize how hard it can be to reach out for help and I am happy that you are here! Here is a little bit about me and my work.
I moved to Chicago from Ohio after receiving my Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Theater. Through professional and personal experiences, I recognized a new calling and went on to receive my Master's in Counseling from The Family Institute at Northwestern University. I have been practicing for the past four years in both outpatient and community mental health settings, working with a diverse population of clients. I specialize in working with trauma, mood, anxiety, and substance use concerns. I aim to provide a non-judgmental, authentic, and collaborative environment to enable insight-building and change.
I take an individualized approach to treatment, honoring that clients are the experts of their lives and come in with unique experiences and strengths. In practice, I gravitate towards Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Through DBT, I support clients with developing skills such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills can help decrease the intensity of emotions and any behavioral responses that are causing additional stress. At the same time, DBT encourages balance and works to increase positive life experiences and more effective coping skills. Through CBT, I support clients with exploring thought/feeling/behavioral patterns and begin to challenge automatic thoughts and core beliefs that are interfering with daily life. In my work with those recovering from and/or managing addiction concerns, I embrace both the 12-step model as well as harm reduction approaches.
I look forward to working with you soon!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Eating disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
First responder issues
Impulsivity
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Sexual assault and abuse
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Kaitlyn Whitebread's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801366364.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180.012079 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Kaitlyn Whitebread
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Kaitlyn has been so wonderful! She really an expertise in her field. She is very easy to talk to and give really sound advice and is super understanding without judgment. I strongly recommend her. I haven’t had any other counselor that is as helpful and supportive as Kaitlyn.
I genuinely love kaitlyn so much. We connect so well and she is really good at calming me down and making me think things through more.
She has been really helpful, patient, and understanding. I can’t recommend Kaitlyn enough! She is very easy to talk to and gives really great resources. BetterHelp has been such a blessing if a resource to me.
Kaitlyn was very attentive to my concerns and needs from the beginning. She has been extremely flexible with my unpredictable schedule. Kaitlyn always gives great insight in our discussions and challenges me to think more about the reason I started counseling in a constructive way.
Frequently asked questions
Does Kaitlyn Whitebread offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kaitlyn Whitebread works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Kaitlyn Whitebread speak?
Kaitlyn Whitebread speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kaitlyn Whitebread have?
Kaitlyn Whitebread has 4 years of experience.
Where is Kaitlyn Whitebread licensed to practice?
Kaitlyn Whitebread is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Kaitlyn Whitebread accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kaitlyn Whitebread does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Kaitlyn Whitebread offer?
Kaitlyn Whitebread offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Kaitlyn Whitebread?
Kaitlyn Whitebread can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Kaitlyn Whitebread?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.