- Hospice and end-of-life
- Individual and couples
- Practical coping skills
About Noel
Noel Nightingale Follis is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Illinois who helps people facing grief, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and end-of-life or hospice concerns. She works with individuals and couples and focuses on practical steps clients can use between sessions. Noel keeps language simple and direct so people can focus on what matters most during hard times.
She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be named and sorted. Sessions aim to clarify what matters to each person and to build small, doable habits that reduce overwhelm. Noel listens closely and uses a mix of talking, reflection, and practical exercises to move conversations toward action.
Noel brings five years of clinical experience to her work and holds an Illinois LCPC license. That clinical background informs how she pairs tools with each person's goals rather than following a single method for everyone. Her approach balances emotional support with actionable steps for change.
People who choose Noel often want help with grief, caregiving stress, coping with major life shifts, relationship struggles, or ongoing anxiety. She also addresses issues like addiction, ADHD, body image, and chronic illness when they come up in therapy. Noel encourages honest conversation about what is working and what needs to change.
Starting therapy is a practical process with Noel - she helps clients set clear goals and tracks progress as sessions continue. This keeps the work grounded in everyday life and helps people notice steady, manageable progress over time.
She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be named and sorted. Sessions aim to clarify what matters to each person and to build small, doable habits that reduce overwhelm. Noel listens closely and uses a mix of talking, reflection, and practical exercises to move conversations toward action.
Noel brings five years of clinical experience to her work and holds an Illinois LCPC license. That clinical background informs how she pairs tools with each person's goals rather than following a single method for everyone. Her approach balances emotional support with actionable steps for change.
People who choose Noel often want help with grief, caregiving stress, coping with major life shifts, relationship struggles, or ongoing anxiety. She also addresses issues like addiction, ADHD, body image, and chronic illness when they come up in therapy. Noel encourages honest conversation about what is working and what needs to change.
Starting therapy is a practical process with Noel - she helps clients set clear goals and tracks progress as sessions continue. This keeps the work grounded in everyday life and helps people notice steady, manageable progress over time.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches guide online support
Noel often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her clinical work. ACT helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck and refocus on what matters most. CBT breaks down patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches concrete tools to shift unhelpful habits.Finding the right approach usually happens together. Noel talks with each person about their goals and how they prefer to work, then suggests methods that fit those needs. That collaborative process makes it easier to try techniques and adjust them over time.
Confirm current session options before booking as formats were not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also help people join from a quieter location or use fewer devices when bandwidth is limited. Noel will help match the session style to practical needs and therapeutic goals so the work fits everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns can Noel help with?
Noel supports people with grief, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, caregiving strain, addictions, ADHD, and related life adjustments.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She keeps sessions straightforward and nonjudgmental, combining listening with practical exercises and goal-setting to help clients make gradual changes.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Noel has five years of clinical experience working with individuals and couples in Illinois.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
Noel holds an Illinois LCPC credential and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
Noel is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin scheduling sessions?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.