Courtney Downs, LCPC
Roscoe Village
Courtney is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with clinical experience in outpatient treatment, private practice, and community-driven settings. She works with people across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, and adults. She enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families. Courtney specializes in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and trauma-related disorders. She has experience working with families involved with DCFS, the foster care system, and adoption. Courtney is also currently working toward certification in Theraplay, a relationship-focused form of play therapy.
Courtney strives to provide a safe and empowering space for people to learn about themselves and create long-lasting, positive change. She views a supportive and collaborative relationship between client and therapist as a tool for transformation and growth. Her therapeutic approach is human-centered and holistic, with a focus on individuality. Courtney is interested in helping clients recognize their strengths while advocating for a more true and compassionate self-image. Being queer herself, Courtney is honored to develop strong, supportive relationships with members of the LGBTQ+ community who may seek counseling to address stressors directly pertaining to their identities or other life experiences.
Courtney received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and her Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Courtney practices Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Play Therapy using Theraplay techniques.
Courtney lives in Chicago with her wife, one ancient dog, and two cats. She enjoys reading mystery novels, cooking Cajun food, and hiking and camping.
Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, United Healthcare, Aetna and self-pay.