Bridgette Koukos, LCPC, NCC
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Masters of Arts in Counseling Psychology
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor National Certified Counselor To make an appointment with Bridgette, please call 630-570-0050. You can also email Contact.OH@OakHeartCenter.com.
Specializes In:Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Perinatal and Postpartum Anxiety/Depression, Life Stressors, Trauma, First Responders, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Infertility
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Biography
I received my Bachelor’s degree from Rockford College in psychology with a minor in human development. I completed my Master of Arts degree with a concentration in addiction treatment from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I am proud to be a National Certified Counselor.
My undergraduate experience includes working with adolescents in residential treatment with mental health as well as substance abuse concerns. I have also worked with juvenile male offenders on probation. My master’s level graduate internship was at an outpatient treatment center with a primary focus on the treatment of adolescents with substance abuse concerns. Prior to working at Oakheart, Center for Counseling, I provided therapeutic services to the adolescent, young adult, and adult populations with a focus on anxiety, depression, phase of life and relational issues, as well as Substance Abuse Disorders. I currently have a strong interest in working with Substance Use Disorders, Perinatal and Postpartum Anxiety and Depression, Trauma, and working with first responders.
I would describe my therapeutic approach as Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) while implementing mindfulness and humor into my practice. Doing so has allowed me to create a safe-space for my clients, to not only feel heard, but accepted without judgement.
My undergraduate experience includes working with adolescents in residential treatment with mental health as well as substance abuse concerns. I have also worked with juvenile male offenders on probation. My master’s level graduate internship was at an outpatient treatment center with a primary focus on the treatment of adolescents with substance abuse concerns. Prior to working at Oakheart, Center for Counseling, I provided therapeutic services to the adolescent, young adult, and adult populations with a focus on anxiety, depression, phase of life and relational issues, as well as Substance Abuse Disorders. I currently have a strong interest in working with Substance Use Disorders, Perinatal and Postpartum Anxiety and Depression, Trauma, and working with first responders.
I would describe my therapeutic approach as Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) while implementing mindfulness and humor into my practice. Doing so has allowed me to create a safe-space for my clients, to not only feel heard, but accepted without judgement.
Blogs:
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Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been an astronomical amount of individuals experiencing depressive and anxious symptoms, and some of these individuals have turned to substances to cope. It is important that we check in on them and have conversations on how they are actually feeling and doing. Engage in active listening skills such as being present in the conversation by demonstrating the ability to paraphrase or summarize what they said. This shows them that we are paying attention...(to read more, click on the link above).
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May 4th is World Postpartum/Maternal Mental Health Day; therefore, I felt it is important to shed light on this area. 1 in 5 new mothers and 1 in 3 mother's of color will experience to some symptoms of Perinatal Anxiety or Depression. It is also important to mention that approximately 10% of fathers struggle with postpartum symptoms as well...(to read more, click on the link above).
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