About

Dr. Colette Blakely, LCPC, has been active in the counseling field for the past 22+ years. In her private practice, Blakely Counseling Services, she works with adults, teens, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, lifestyle concerns, grief, and other mental health concerns. She is certified as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, in Illinois. She has her terminal degree from Regent University in Counseling and Psychology; she also holds a master's degree in School Counseling from Concordia University. Her professional affiliations include the National Certified Counseling and the American Counseling Association. Blakely Life Coaching, LLC helps clients to self-actualize and to align their values with their daily lives. Dr. Blakely partners with you to reach your goals, with care and agreed upon guidelines. Her strength is motivational engagement that leads to the change and growth desired. Dr. Blakely has provided coaching services since 2020. She leads group discussions, teaches classes, and provides individual counseling sessions, using proven approaches to help clients be restored to their chosen way of being. She has written a curriculum for girls and facilitated multicultural workshops and classes. Mission work abroad is a big part of her reaching others with limited mental health services.