Natori Walters, MA, LPC

Hello, I’m Natori and I’m passionate about creating meaningful connections with my clients. My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard, which I believe are essential for fostering a supportive and healing environment. By incorporating these core principles into my practice, I provide a space where individuals can feel heard, understood, and at ease, facilitating the journey toward personal growth and positive change.

I specialize in working with children, teens, and families, and I strongly believe in meeting clients where they are at, moving at a pace that suits their unique needs. I understand the challenges that come with navigating life’s transitions, and I aim to guide my clients through these moments with patience and compassion. For me, communication is a powerful tool—being truly heard opens the door to
understanding, and this process can help alleviate tension and foster deeper connections within relationships.

With an easy-going nature, I find it particularly rewarding to work with children and teens, where creating trust and establishing rapport are key to successful therapy. My goal is to build strong, collaborative relationships that empower clients to set and work toward meaningful goals throughout our time together.

Whether you’re an individual seeking support or a family navigating challenges, my approach is designed to help you feel comfortable, supported, and hopeful about the path forward. If you’re ready to begin your journey, I would be honored to walk alongside you as we work toward healing and transformation.

Areas of Expertise:

• Youth and young Adults
• Anxiety
• ADHD
• Adjustment disorders
• Autism
• Depression
• Self-esteem

Credentials:

• Licensed Professional Counselor
• Education
• Masters in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
• Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Illinois Urbana- Champaign

Education:

• Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Therapy Approaches:

• Client- centered
• CBT (cognitive behavioral)
• Solution Focused
• Strengths based
• Psychodynamic
• DBT (Dialectical Behavioral)

Experience:

• 4 years experience as a Registered Behavioral Technician working with children on the spectrum utilizing ABA and providing support to families
• 3 years private practice experience working as a pediatric clinician (ages 5 to 19) and providing parent work
• 2 years providing only Telehealth services to a multitude of age ranges

Services:

• Individual therapy
• Couples therapy
• Dyadic Therapy
• Parent Coaching

Fun Facts and Hobbies:

• Spending time with family
• Trying new recipes or restaurants seen on TIKTOK
• Bingeing favorite shows
• Random Target runs
• Attending concerts and traveling with my Fiancé