- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship work
- CBT and client-centered
About Anita
Anita Thomas-Bua is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 20 years of experience. She has worked as a psychotherapist, counselor, and life coach, and she helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, grief, and other life changes.
She works with adults as well as adolescents and older adults in previous roles, and she has treated mood disorders and related concerns. Her approach is interactive and respectful, and she aims to help people learn skills they can use outside sessions.
Anita draws on client-centered methods that focus on a person's own goals and values. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to address thinking and behavior patterns that maintain anxiety or depression. Emotionally-focused and relationship-oriented approaches shape how she works with intimacy and communication issues.
She describes part of her work as coaching people through practical steps for change. That can include goal setting, problem solving, managing strong emotions, and skills for handling work or family stress. Anita emphasizes clear, direct conversation and concrete strategies in session.
Her practice also pays attention to identity and life transitions common in young adulthood - starting careers, changing relationships, and questions about direction and purpose. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on your goals and perspective. The therapist listens for what matters to you and follows your lead so sessions reflect your priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, works by identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety or depression; it often includes practical exercises to try between sessions. Emotionally-Focused approaches concentrate on emotional experience and connection, which can be useful for intimacy, grief, and relationship concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Anita will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and help decide which methods to try first. That choice is collaborative and can change as needs evolve.
The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy schedule, reducing travel time, and making it easier to attend from different locations. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online conversations let them keep therapy consistent while managing work, study, or other commitments.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, grief, and a range of other issues including ADHD and career questions.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her style is interactive and respectful, using direct conversation and practical strategies to help people make change.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience working as a psychotherapist, counselor, and life coach in clinical and human service settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LCPC and LPC credentials and is licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin; her practice location is listed as Illinois.
Can I work with her if I live outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking since the original biography did not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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