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Rasa Ruzgys

Compassionate, experienced Illinois LCPC

About Rasa

Rasa Ruzgys offers support for people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. With a decade of hands-on experience as an Illinois licensed clinician, she emphasizes respectful, compassionate care while adapting conversations and plans to each person's circumstances.

Background and approach

Rasa encourages clients to recognize the courage it takes to seek change and stands alongside them through the process of building greater well-being.

Her work also addresses related concerns such as attachment difficulties, caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, mood disorders, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and social anxiety.

Holding an LCPC credential, she draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to create individualized treatment paths and helps clients explore motivation, confidence, and recovery from addiction when relevant. Sessions are framed to meet specific goals while honoring each person’s pace and preferences.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Therapy Options



Rasa integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional healing. One approach involves work on trauma-related symptoms and post-traumatic stress using structured methods that help people process traumatic memories and reduce distress, which can improve daily functioning and emotional regulation. Another common focus is addressing anxiety and panic by teaching skills to manage physiological arousal and worry, helping clients reduce avoidance and regain confidence in facing challenging situations.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and the nature of presenting concerns to determine which techniques are likely to fit best, and she will adjust the plan as progress is made to ensure methods remain helpful and relevant.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it easier to access consistent support without travel, allow follow-up check-ins between sessions, and help clients maintain continuity of care while working toward their goals with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Rasa works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem challenges, and depression, along with related issues such as attachment, caregiver stress, communication problems, and panic attacks.
What is the therapist's general approach to treatment?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and tailors dialogue and treatment plans to each client's unique needs and goals in a compassionate and sensitive manner.
How much clinical experience does Rasa bring?
Rasa has 10 years of professional experience working as a mental health and addiction therapist in Illinois.
What are the therapist's credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds an LCPC credential and is licensed in Illinois with licence number IL LCPC 180.015170.
Can I work with this therapist if I live outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted; services are provided to clients based in Illinois or who meet the practice's geographic availability.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.