Karissa Yu, LCSW
I believe in creating a collaborative and empathetic space with a deep respect for your unique experiences and strengths, because therapy is not only about addressing challenges but also about empowering you to reconnect with your resilience and move forward with purpose.
How I can help
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 9 years of experience. I have worked with people of all ages and diagnoses, including those in crisis. My experience includes supporting adolescents, adults of all agesd, first responders, and veterans.
I have worked in a variety of settings that include crisis situations, in-patient, nursing facilities, private practice, and outpatient services.
Professional Experience
Depression, Anxiety, and issues of everyday life
Substance use
First responders/Military
Trauma/Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Suicidal Ideation and thoughts of self-harm
Education
MA – Social Work from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Licensure
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
You may contact me at Family Service, (217) 352-0099 or by email at kyu@familyservicecc.org