Tina Jerolds

Tina Jerolds is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 22 years of experience in Illinois. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and anger. Tina also supports those facing trauma, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and life transitions.

She earned a graduate degree in social work from Southern Illinois University with a concentration in mental health. Her work history includes child welfare and a range of mental health settings, giving her experience with many different life stages.

Tina leans on client-centered work that focuses on each person's priorities. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice patterns and try practical changes.

In sessions she aims to build a respectful, compassionate space where someone can tell their story. She says witnessing a person’s experience can open paths to change and recovery.

Tina adapts her approach to fit each person’s needs and values, and she can include a faith-based Christian perspective when requested. Outside of work she enjoys hiking, cycling, writing, travel, and time with her husband and adult son.

How her approaches guide online work

Tina uses client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral techniques in her practice. Client-centered therapy means sessions begin with the person's concerns and priorities, and the therapist follows the person's lead to build understanding and trust. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, values, and situation. That teamwork helps shape practical goals and the skills used between sessions.

Confirm the available session options before booking, since formats are not specified in the profile. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by reducing commute time, allowing shorter check-ins during a break, or letting someone choose a setting that helps them focus. Licensed professionals can use these ways of working to keep therapy consistent alongside family, school, or work commitments.