- 20 years experience
- Illinois based
- Works with adults
About Anita
Anita Thomas-Bua is a licensed psychotherapist with more than 20 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, and life transitions. She practices in Illinois and brings a warm, interactive style to sessions. Anita aims to educate and empower people so they can regain balance in mind, body, and spirit.
She works with adults and older adults across a wide range of mental health concerns, including mood disorders, trauma and abuse, eating and body-image issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and caregiver stress. She also supports people facing cancer, chronic illness, chronic pain, and other complex health challenges. Anita approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Anita uses several clinical approaches to guide her work, including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, and Jungian Therapy. In practice she focuses on clear, practical conversations that help people notice patterns, try new ways of coping, and build emotional resilience.
Her sessions blend counseling and life coaching when that fit is helpful, so goals often include symptom relief, stronger relationships, and clearer life direction. Anita encourages small, steady steps and celebrates progress along the way.
She invites people who are ready to make a change to reach out and begin the process. The first step is a brief matching questionnaire and then scheduling based on availability.
She works with adults and older adults across a wide range of mental health concerns, including mood disorders, trauma and abuse, eating and body-image issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and caregiver stress. She also supports people facing cancer, chronic illness, chronic pain, and other complex health challenges. Anita approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Anita uses several clinical approaches to guide her work, including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, and Jungian Therapy. In practice she focuses on clear, practical conversations that help people notice patterns, try new ways of coping, and build emotional resilience.
Her sessions blend counseling and life coaching when that fit is helpful, so goals often include symptom relief, stronger relationships, and clearer life direction. Anita encourages small, steady steps and celebrates progress along the way.
She invites people who are ready to make a change to reach out and begin the process. The first step is a brief matching questionnaire and then scheduling based on availability.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Imago Relationship TherapyJungian TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Illinois, Wisconsin
Languages
English
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding each person's experience and offering acceptance and empathy. It helps when someone needs a calm space to be heard and to build confidence in their own choices.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test practical behavior changes. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life transitions because it breaks problems into manageable steps.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at emotional responses and patterns in close relationships. It is often used when problems stem from attachment, communication, or intimacy concerns.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and preferences. Early sessions are used to try approaches and adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful.
If you want online options, confirm the current session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Many people find online sessions can fit into busy days more easily, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for scheduling and the type of session that meets your needs.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Anita address?
Anita supports people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and caregiver strain, mood disorders such as bipolar, and many health-related challenges.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and interactive. Sessions focus on practical conversation, respect, and helping people develop tools that fit their daily lives.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings over 20 years working as a psychotherapist, counselor, and life coach across adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English, and she does accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.