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Jodi Bates, LPC

Jodi Bates, LPC

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Jodi is a licensed professional counselor who earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. Additionally, she is currently working on her CSAT certification. She decided to become a therapist because she loves helping others become their authentic selves.

Before joining Willis CC, Jodi gained great experience leading process groups and education groups. At Willis CC, she’s excited to help guests navigate difficulties with substance abuse, sex addiction, disordered eating, relationships, intimacy, and other life stressors. Those who know Jodi best would describe her as quirky, compassionate, smart, attentive, fun-loving, and unique. Her style is to accept guests right where they are and work collaboratively to help develop strategies for their success. As a therapist, she loves being a conduit of knowledge and a catalyst for change in people’s lives, and guess appreciate her raw authenticity and ability to easily connect.

Ultimately, she believes that healthy connections are vital for a healthy, vibrant life. Originally from Charleston, SC, Jodi proudly drives a Jeep Wrangler with a lift kit, has a rescued Pitbull fur baby named Tank, and has spent time in both Ireland and Kenya. When she’s away from work, she loves spending time in the woods and camping—really, just enjoying nature any way she can—with her life partner and three sons.

“Be the strongest nervous system in the room.”

Age Specialty 18 – 65 y/o

Jodi’s Modalities
– Individuals
– Couples

Jodi’s Therapeutic Approach Incorporates
– Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
– Attachment-based (ABT)
– Christian Therapy
– Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
– Trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT)
– Dialectical Behavioral (DBT)
– Emotionally focused therapy (EFT)
– Existential Therapy
– Group Therapy
– Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
– Motivational Interviewing (MI)
– Person-Centered Therapy
– Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
– Solution-Focused Brief (SFBT)
– Somatic Therapy
– Strength-based Therapy
– Trauma-Informed Care (TIC)

Jodi’s Specializations
– Addiction
– Anger
– Anxiety
– Bipolar
– Body Dysmorphia (BDD)
– Boundaries
– Dating / Relationship
– Domestic Violence
– LGBTQ+
– Life Transitions
– Parenting
– Personality Disorders (BPD)
– School Issues / College Issues
– Self Esteem
– Self-Injury
– Sexual Abuse / Sexual Addiction
– Sexual / Intimacy Issues
– Spiritual / Religious Issues
– Substance Abuse
– Trauma / PTSD
– Work / Stress

Locations
– Illinois Telehealth/Virtual
– South Carolina Telehealth/Virtual