Kelly Villanti, LCSW
she/her
Therapist
Locations:
Illinois
Insurances
About
Kelly is a licensed therapist with specialized expertise in supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and interpersonal challenges. Her practice is rooted in trauma-informed care and draws on evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and strengths-based interventions. Kelly works with clients across a broad spectrum of concerns—from managing severe mental health conditions to developing everyday coping strategies for stress and anxiety. She believes that every person deserves to be seen, heard, and supported regardless of where they are in their journey. With warmth and humility, Kelly offers a therapeutic space that fosters resilience, healing, and meaningful self-discovery. She is especially passionate about empowering those who feel unheard or marginalized, helping them reclaim their voice, sense of worth, and capacity for growth.
Locations:
Illinois
Credentials, Qualifications and Languages
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Northeastern Illinois University - Master of Social Work, 2018.
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Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Social Work, 2017.
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Parkland College - Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice, 1996.
Why Healthcare
From the outset of her career, Kelly has been guided by a profound commitment to mental health as a catalyst for healing, hope, and renewal. She believes that every individual—regardless of background, diagnosis, or circumstance—deserves to be heard, valued, and supported. Kelly has witnessed the life-changing power of therapy not only in moments of deep crisis, but in the quiet, steady breakthroughs where clients begin to rediscover their self-worth and inner resilience. For Kelly, mental healthcare is more than a profession—it's a calling rooted in being present, listening deeply, and helping others reconnect with the strength they've always carried within.
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