About Us

I am a marriage and family therapist committed to helping couples, individuals, children, and families learn how to communicate more effectively, diffuse conflict, and develop healthy coping skills. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients achieve their goals. I am passionate about healing families, children, and adults from trauma and the impact of divorce or other conflict within the family system. If you would like to schedule an appointment with me, please send an appointment request, I look forward to hearing from you. 

*ART Therapy certified *Trained in Play Therapy

Lyndsey has been in administration/patient care for a little over 6 years. She believes your first contact with Kendrick Counseling should be a positive and welcoming experience that is hassle free. Service is everything to her, that's why she will make you a priority. You will always be greeted with a warm and welcoming tone. 

Lyndsey resides in Saint Joseph, IL with her husband and three children, Ellie, Emma and Easton. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, lifting weights, visiting her sister in Chicago, and taking walks with the family. Finding a new park is always a bonus! 

Lyndsey's favorite quote is: "If you do what you've always done, you'll get what you've always got." 

Emma has extensive experience in the insurance and credentialing industry. She works hard to provide you the best service possible by bringing ease and clarity to all of your insurance and billing needs. 

Emma resides in Mahomet, IL with her husband Skyler & her two adorable dogs, Daisy and Lila.

In her free time, you can find her in the great outdoors. Whether it is hiking, fishing, camping or longboarding, she is a lover of all things adventurous. As long as she is with her husband, dogs, and somewhere green - she is a happy camper. 

For any insurance questions, please feel free to reach Emma directly @ epumphrey@kendrickcounseling.com

 Erin is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Illinois. She graduated with her master’s in social work from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign after completing a bachelor’s in fine art from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.  She is experienced working with children, teens, and adults who are seeking counseling for a wide range of emotional and life experiences. She particularly enjoys working with children and teens. 

*Trained in EMDR Therapy

 Jennifer (Jenni) is a Champaign native, who currently lives in Tolono, IL with her husband and their two children, Kade and Syd, and their dogs, Birdie & Otis. Jen also has an adult daughter and son-in-law who travel around the world fulfilling their call in ministry. She loves goats (yes, goats… the hilarious and odd farm animal), is an avid Green Bay Packer fan, and enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends in her spare time. Especially if it is with her grandson, Emmett! 

Jenni graduated with her Bachelor’s in Arts and Master’s in Counseling from Eastern Illinois University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She is interested in working with families, couples and teens, as well as clients seeking counseling for anxiety, depression and grief. Her passion is working with families and children of divorce.

Jenni chose to go into the counseling profession because she wants to help people navigate life’s obstacles in a healthy way. She was positively influenced and inspired by a counselor in her life and wants to pay the gift of therapy forward. *ART Therapy Certified *Trained in Play Therapy

 Deidra completed her Master's in Social Work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign after graduating with her Bachelor's of Science at Millikin University. Deidra works with adults, teens, and children. Her therapy interests are PTSD, ADHD, autism, divorce and post-separation family conflict. Deidra believes that creating a supportive therapy environment for individuals, couples, and families can be truly transformational and that we can all benefit from learning tools to help navigate life's obstacles. Deidra enjoys being a mom to her three teenagers and looking after her cat Maurice and dog Buddy.  *Trained in EMDR Therapy

 Rebekah (Bekah) Magee is from Charleston, Illinois but is now living in the Champaign area. Rebekah received her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Eastern Illinois University. She graduated from the Counseling and Higher Education program where she became a Licensed Professional Counselor and a school counselor. Rebekah enjoys working with people of all ages but especially loves working with young children and couples/families. She has trained in play therapy and sand-tray therapy during her time at EIU. Rebekah believes that everyone can benefit from extra support through life, especially through hard times. She feels honored to create a safe environment for people to do hard things and be vulnerable.  

Rebekah also loves to dance, read, spend time with loved ones, and shop in her free time! 

*Trained in Play Therapy

 Amy treats children, adolescents, and adults. Her therapy interests are depression, general anxiety disorder, LGBTQ, grief counseling, autism, ADHD, ODD and children of divorce. Her favorite types of therapy are play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, Gestalt therapy, and solution focused therapy. 

Amy is a Champaign native and graduated with her Master's degree in 2015 from Eastern Illinois University and is now a school therapist for grades K-5.  In her spare time Amy and her husband like to travel, ILLINI sports, playing with their dog and volunteering for local community organizations. 

I asked Amy why she chose to become a therapist and she said, “as a child I needed help navigating my emotions and feelings. I started going to therapy and that's where I found my voice and I want to help others do the same.

*Trained in Play Therapy

Raised in the city of Chicago, Demetria has resided in the Champaign community for over 20 years. She is married with 4 sons. One is currently in College at the University of Illinois, while the baby of the bunch is in elementary school. Demetria enjoys watching football and basketball with her husband, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. She also enjoys giving back to the community in various ways, through various organizations she is affiliated with. Demetria obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies and a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She is a Licensed Social Worker and has experience in working with all ages from infancy through death.  Demetria is interested in working with children and families in addressing a myriad of issues that tend to affect the family system. She has chosen this profession to provide a listening ear and safe place, as well as strategies for individuals to embrace and conquer some of life's most difficult challenges. 

*Trained in Play Therapy

Matt graduated from the University of Illinois with his master's in clinical social work and undergraduate degree from Illinois State University. 

"As a Marine Corps veteran, I know what it is like to experience being in the military and the load that you carry. I also know the struggles and difficulties that come once you have transitioned out and back into the civilian world...whether that be in the last year or 15 years ago. With this role, my goal is to connect with our wonderful veteran community - meeting them where they are at. A second area of interest of mine is working with the young male population, pre-teens and up, who have experienced trauma or just need a helping hand in life."

Outside of work, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife Savanah and their two sons. Some of their favorite hobbies together are watching whatever Illini sport is on or being outside doing different activities. Matt also enjoys getting into new sci-fi and fantasy books, shows, and movies.

  Audrey received her Master’s from Western Illinois University in their Clinical/Community Mental Health program and undergraduate degree from Illinois State University. Being a Champaign native, she moved back to be closer to family and has loved reconnecting with the community!

She primarily see adults, teens and couples & has a background working with survivors of trauma. Audrey is also trained in EMDR therapy. Other areas of interest include Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, ADHD and Adjustment (phase of life issues).

“As a therapist I take a client-centered approach and work collaboratively to help clients meet their goals. I believe we all have the capacity to make healthy lasting change, sometimes we just need someone to help guide us!” 

*Trained in EMDR Therapy

Sheldon Aaron completed his master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Eastern Illinois University and is currently a Doctoral Candidate in the Counselor Education and Supervision program at the University of Central Florida. Due to his current location,

Sheldon is only accepting client’s via telehealth. Sheldon is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, a National Certified Counselor, and holds Level-1Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. In his clinical work, Sheldon specializes in working with LGBTGEQIAP+ adolescents and adults, and individuals presenting with depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, and general adjustment related symptoms. When working with Sheldon,

you can expect to engage in a collaborative relationship where he works to understand your lived experiences and how those experiences shape who you are today. Sheldon leads with compassion, empathy, and humility in his approach to counseling. Sheldon’s hope for you as you engage in therapy with him is that he can provide you a safe space to process the harder parts of life and learn how to move through them. Sheldon was raised in Normal, IL and previously lived

in Champaign. In his free time, Sheldon enjoys spending time with friends and family, karaoke, and is a big tv and film buff.

*Sheldon is available for Telehealth Sessions only*