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About<\/b><\/h1>\n

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Meet Our Compassionate Counseling Team in Rockford, IL<\/h2>\n

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At Becoming Free Counseling Services, we are dedicated to empowering individuals, couples, and families on their journey to mental wellness. Our team of licensed and experienced therapists in Rockford, Illinois, specializes in personalized care, offering a wide range of therapeutic services including anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, and relationship counseling. We believe in a holistic approach, combining evidence-based practices with compassionate support to help you overcome life\u2019s challenges and unlock your true potential.<\/p>\n

Whether you’re seeking therapy for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, our expert counselors are here to help you find the path to emotional freedom and well-being. Meet our team of professionals and discover how we can support you on your path to healing and growth.<\/p>\n

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Ashley Phillips<\/span><\/h2>\n

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Contact ashley@becomingfreecounseling.com<\/a><\/p>\n

I have a decade of experience working as a therapist and am passionate about helping people become free from the barriers that hold them back from experiencing a fulfilling and meaningful life.<\/p>\n

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Ashley Kersten
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LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Ashley graduated from the University of Illinois in 2019 with a Master\u2019s degree in Social Work. Ashley has worked with teens and young adults who have experienced various mental health and life-related struggles.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Nikki Myers<\/span><\/h2>\n

LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Kaylee Bolar<\/span><\/h2>\n

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I work with children as young as 5 years old, adolescents, adults, and families. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, attention deficit disorder, autism, mood disorders, crisis management, relational conflicts, life transitions, and life stressors.<\/p>\n

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