About Horizons Counseling
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Horizons Counseling is the leader in the treatment of childhood trauma.
The treatment methods and programs used by Horizons’ counselors were
developed using research conducted by several of the leading experts
in the field of childhood trauma. Our staff is extensively trained
in these methods, which have helped thousands of families and children
over the past 100+ years.
Horizons is the expert in effective treatment of PTSD and attachment
disorders including RAD.
At Horizons, we have more experience than anyone in the area in the successful
treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and attachment disorders
including RAD and we have more resources devoted and allocated to these
methods. We staff the majority of therapists throughout the Central Illinois
region who specialize in the most effective treatment method for PTSD
in children and adults: EMDR (or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing).
We also have extensive ongoing training in the treatment of attachment
disorders guided by the principles of The Theraplay Institute, Dr Bruce Perry’s research
at the Child Trauma Academy, Nancy Thomas, Dr. Foster Cline, Love and
Logic Institute, and Dr. Daniel Hughes.
Horizons is built on a 100+ year foundation of family, childhood, and
community support.
As part of The Baby Fold organization, we have access to some of the
best resources and experience in serving the unique needs of local individuals.
We are the long-time experts on supporting families, providing solutions,
and offering hope throughout Central Illinois.
Horizons’ therapists use evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
At Horizons Counseling, we believe counseling has to begin with an accurate
assessment. Unlike our competitors, we look to evidence-based therapeutic
approaches which means a better success rate for you and your family.
We work to identify issues and develop treatment plans based around
improvement and the conclusion of needed counseling. We believe in
providing effective solutions for you and your family and do that by
using concrete information to accurately diagnose and treat each client.
Staff & Counselors
Kim Higgins, MSW, LCSW‚ Manager of Horizons Counseling
As the manager of Horizons Counseling, Kim handles intake, case assignments,
and supervision of counselors. She also coordinates workshops on topics
of interest related to mental health, parenting, and professional development as well as provides counseling. Kim is experienced in counseling children, adolescents, and adults
through adjustments at different life stages. She is an experienced EMDR and attachment therapist. Kim's areas of expertise
include attachment disorders (RAD), childhood abuse and neglect issues and other trauma, relationship issues, coping with disabilities, grief and loss,
experiences related to foster care and adoption, and workplace issues. Kim is an experienced parent educator
and workshop presenter. Kim may be contacted at khiggins@TheBabyFold.org
and (309) 557-1124.
Robert Lusk, Ph.D.‚ Clinical Director of The Baby Fold
In his role as the Clinical Director of The Baby Fold, Rob provides clinical
consultation for Horizons counselors and is a popular presenter at
The Baby Fold's Learning Institute workshops. He also performs psychological
evaluations for parents who are adopting internationally. Rob provides
training and consultation to professionals related to treatment approaches
for a variety of psychiatric disorders. Rob appears twice a month on
WJBC in the "Ask Dr. Rob" show. Dr. Rob's webcasts can be
found on www.wjbc.com/wjbc-stevefast.htm.
Kathy Berry, M.S., LCPC
Kathy has 13 years of experience providing therapy, case management,
training, advocacy, and support to children, adolescents and families.
Her practice settings have been in community mental health and at The
Baby Fold‚ Hammitt School. She has expertise in working with children,
adolescents, families and teachers, to help shape positive behaviors.
Kathy's goal in therapy with any type of client is to discover their
potential and then empower them to believe they can achieve it. She
enjoys working with children and families, individuals struggling with
anxiety and depression, and single parents. She is also trained in EMDR.
Kathryn Donmyer, LCPC
Kathryn has experience working with children in residential treatment as well as substance abuse treatment for adolescents and adults. Her expertise includes working with children and adolescents with PTSD, attachment disorders, foster care/adoption issues, ADHD, learning disorders, anxiety and depression disorders, as well as with working with families to improve their overall functioning. Kathryn provides counseling for children and adults of all ages. She provides individual, family and couple’s counseling.
Hallie Harmon, M.S., LCPC
Hallie's experience includes community mental health services, particularly
with children and adolescents with behavioral and emotional problems.
Hallie's areas of expertise include helping children and adolescents
of all ages make behavioral changes and equipping parents with tools
to enhance family functioning. She is an experienced child and adolescent therapist and is trained in the use of EMDR for trauma treatment. She provides both individual and family therapy.
Theresa Lawrence, M.S., LCPC
Theresa has over 10 years of experience including working with children and adolescents in residential treatment, substance abuse prevention, children and teenagers with complex, chronic disorders, adoption and foster care, as well as supervising multiple programs. Theresa has expertise in treating children and adults with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, self esteem, grief and loss, and family issues. She provides counseling to individuals, families and couples of all ages.