Clinical Staff:

Katie Blum

MA, LCPC, NCC, CCMHC

Katie is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) offering tele-therapy services to individuals in Illinois and Iowa. Katie has over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field with a wide range of presenting concerns/diagnoses as well as with individuals ranging from children to adults, including families and parenting support.

Katie holds a masters degree in counseling psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in addition to undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Sociology from North Central College. Katie holds an active independence license through the state of IL as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) as well through the state of Iowa as a Mental Health Counselor (MHC).

Katie has been endorsed by the National Board for Certified Counselors as a National Certified Counselor as well as a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Katie has completed Postpartum Support International’s certification course and offers a specialized approach at perinatal mental health for parents and caregivers.

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At Mountain View Clinical Counseling, we believe healing unfolds through connection & meaningful change develops through collaborative, supportive partnership. Whatever the mountain in front of you looks like, we’ll help you enjoy the view.

Our therapy approaches are culturally aware and trauma informed, each client is the expert of their own life experiences. Our job is to be a partner on each client’s journey toward growth and contentment.

Available to clients in Illinois & Iowa

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  • Work / Career Related Stressors

  • Grief/Loss

  • Chronic Illness/Coping

  • Self-Esteem/Body Image

  • Women’s Issues

  • Life Transitions

  • Fears/Phobias

  • Mindfulness

  • Coping Skills/Strategies

  • Anger Management

  • Substance Use Concerns

  • Decision Making/Change Support

  • Panic / Panic Attacks

  • Anxiety / Stress

  • Depression/Sadness

  • Perinatal/Postpartum Concerns

  • Infertility

  • Attention Concerns/ ADHD

  • Family Dynamics/ Relationship Stressors

  • Sleep Issues

  • Parenting Support/ Training

  • Behavioral Concerns

  • Adjustment Disorders

  • School Issues

  • LGBTQIA+ Support

What we do

Areas of clinical expertise and focus include:

Insurance, Payment, and Other Questions

Navigating the path to mental wellness can be daunting on your own. Review our FAQ for an overview on topics including insurance network coverage, payment overview, and practice policies.

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