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Mankea Collier, LCPC

Practical, flexible counseling for meaningful change
  • CBT based behavior change
  • Experience across age groups
  • Crisis and care coordination

About Mankea Collier

Mankea Collier, LCPC, is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Illinois with 19 years of experience supporting individuals and families across a wide range of needs and life circumstances. Her work is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), with an emphasis on practical behavior change and skill-building, while also drawing from an eclectic mix of techniques to meet each client where they are.

Over the course of her career, she has worked with diverse populations, including children and adults, trauma survivors, individuals living with ADHD, and people navigating behavioral and mental health concerns. She has also provided support to clients from many cultural and ethnic backgrounds, bringing a flexible and responsive style to therapy.

In addition to psychotherapy, Mankea has more than 15 years of experience in crisis work, case management, and case coordination - services that can help strengthen continuity of care and support clients and families as they navigate complex situations. Across therapeutic settings, she aims to offer steady guidance and effective tools for people from many different walks of life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Mankea Collier have?

Mankea Collier has 19 years of experience providing counseling and support.

Is Mankea Collier a licensed therapist?

Yes. Mankea Collier is licensed as an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) in Illinois. License number: IL LCPC 180010520.

In which languages does Mankea Collier provide therapy?

Mankea Collier provides therapy in English.

Where is Mankea Collier located?

Mankea Collier is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Mankea Collier as my therapist?

You can work with Mankea Collier through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.

Does Mankea Collier work with international clients?

No. Mankea Collier does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mankea Collier cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapy Tools That Translate Well Online

Mankea Collier, LCPC, uses evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, then practicing new skills that support healthier coping. It is often used for concerns like stress, anxiety, mood challenges, and day-to-day behavior change.

She also draws from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a skills-based approach that emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving relationships. DBT tools can be especially helpful for people who feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or who want practical strategies for responding differently in difficult moments.

Motivational Interviewing is another supportive approach that helps clients explore ambivalence and strengthen their own reasons for change, which can be useful when working through habits, addictions, or major life transitions. Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Mankea collaborates with clients to tailor therapy to their goals, preferences, and what feels most useful.

Online therapy can make it easier to stay consistent with support. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, parenting demands, or times when leaving home feels like too much.

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