Candyce Bell , LPC, LCPC

Candyce Bell is an Army veteran and licensed counselor practicing in Illinois and Missouri with ten years of professional experience. She holds LPC and LCPC credentials - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - and has provided direct individual and group services across clinical and community settings.

Her background includes work as a crisis counselor, substance use counselor, and mental health counselor in field settings, which informs a practical, experience-based approach to care. Over the course of her career she has supported people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, depression, and difficulties related to LGBTQ+ identity, as well as those coping with major life changes.

Candyce has also assisted many clients who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse, offering steady, nonjudgmental support while helping individuals identify coping strategies and next steps. She aims to create an open environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment, emphasizing respect and clarity throughout the therapeutic process.

Taking the first step toward therapy can require courage, and Candyce acknowledges that beginning this work is an important decision. Her practice centers on meeting each person where they are and supporting progress at a pace that feels manageable.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Candyce applies evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the presenting concern. One focus is therapeutic support for stress and anxiety that emphasizes practical coping skills and structured conversation to identify triggers, build problem-solving strategies, and improve day-to-day functioning. Another area of practice centers on substance use and recovery-focused counseling, providing guided support to address patterns of use, enhance motivation for change, and develop relapse prevention skills. Candyce also offers trauma-informed supportive therapy for people who have experienced physical or emotional abuse, prioritizing safety, validation, and gradual skill-building to manage symptoms and regain a sense of control.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Candyce works collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit based on their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative stance helps tailor interventions and pacing so care feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it possible to access consistent care from different locations and schedules. These options offer flexibility for busy lives, support for international clients, and multiple ways to engage so therapy can fit into everyday routines.