Alexis Pratt
Downers Grove,IL
Summary
Empathetic and client-centered counselor with extensive experience supporting individuals in diverse settings. Known for a positive, flexible approach and the ability to create a safe, welcoming space where clients feel heard and understood. Brings strong relationship-building skills, active listening, and creative problem-solving to private practice, with a focus on meaningful growth and emotional well-being.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
Aurora, IL
04.2021 - Current
- Provides individual and group counseling for students
- Conducts safety assessments when students are in crisis
- Collaborates with colleagues across the academy to support the well being and success of the students
Child Therapist
Little Friends, Inc.
Naperville, IL
02.2016 - Current
- Developed and implements the most appropriate therapeutic plans for caseload of students
- Wrote goals and benchmarks for student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) that reflects needs and abilities of student
- Provided direct counseling services and documents student’s progress on IEP goals
Counselor
Dr. Jeffery Dire and Associates
Downers Grove, IL
08.2014 - 02.2016
- Conducted individual and family therapy
- Assisted clients through various life issues and transitions including divorce, school adjustments, and unhealthy relationships
- Helped clients recognize treatment goals and collaborated with clients to develop individual treatment plans
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, IL07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Studies
The University of Illinois
Urbana-Champaign, IL05.2011
Certification
- PEL- School Counselor Endorsement June 2021
- IL- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor November 2018
- AFAA - Group Fitness Instructor February 2015
Timeline
School Counselor
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
04.2021 - Current
Child Therapist
Little Friends, Inc.
02.2016 - Current
Counselor
Dr. Jeffery Dire and Associates
08.2014 - 02.2016
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Studies
The University of Illinois