Improve Your Quality of Life,

Protect your Mental Health

We Offer Free Tools That Promote Mental Health and Education.

The JOURNEY to WELLNESS with MIND ALTERING

MISSION:

Mind Altering Therapy's mission is to foster a collaborative, culturally competent, and empathetic space where you can feel safe, supported, and empowered to explore your inner strengths and engage in new experiences and thoughts. Ultimately gaining the confidence and knowledge to take control of your life and respond to challenging situations with healthy coping skills.

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AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

• Mental Health Counseling

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Gender Dysphoria
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Family Counseling

• Social and Emotional Learning

• Coaching & Training

• Counselor Supervision

ABOUT THE OWNER:

DeSonta Tillman is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, practicing as a therapist and job coach for seniors. DeSonta has over 15 years’ experience working across a variety of settings which include private practice, schools, and community organizations. DeSonta is committed to working with individuals, couples,

 

and families as they embark on their journey of unlocking greater personal growth. Her diverse education and background enable her to offer a unique and effective approach to counseling while meeting clients where they are. DeSonta combines empathy and unconditional positive regard, and cultural competence to assist clients with recognizing negative patterns that obstruct growth. Clients are encouraged to explore resources, self-awareness, and the interconnectedness of their environment.  When people are determined and willing, have information and resources they can learn to challenge their former thinking; therefore, experiencing change.

Outside of practicing therapy, DeSonta operates a non-profit that focuses on Social Emotional Learning. She facilitates workshops and sells self-help resources that promote mental health. She is a board-certified member of the National Board of Certified Counselors.

CREDENTIALS:

DESONTA TILLMAN, MBA, NCC, LCPC, DOCTORAL STUDENT

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CORE VALUES:

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Awareness

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Collaboration

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Cultural Competence

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Empathy

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Hope