Myrna Pledger, LCPC
Faith-based, solutions-focused counseling for lasting change
- Narcissistic abuse recovery
- CBT and practical tools
- Family and relationship support
About Myrna Pledger
Myrna Pledger is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois who brings 21 years of experience supporting individuals and families through a wide range of community-based concerns. Trained as a Community Counselor, she approaches therapy with the understanding that everyone is influenced by the systems around them, including family, school, work, and culture. Early in her career, she worked extensively with children whose behavior became unsafe or disruptive in school settings, which strengthened her belief that a child’s struggles are often connected to patterns and stressors affecting the broader family system.
Over time, she has worked with many different life situations and presents therapy in a way that is truth-based, educationally focused, and kind. She is especially focused on supporting survivors of narcissistic abuse, including mental, spiritual, and physical abuse, and she also works with concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship and family conflict, parenting challenges, career stress, OCD, ADHD, and the impact of physical trauma or emotional abuse. She recognizes that maladaptive patterns can be learned within the family environment and may also be influenced by inherited tendencies, and she pays attention to the harm that can arise when someone must live or work in close proximity to a person exhibiting dangerous levels of narcissistic traits.
Myrna Pledger’s style is solutions-focused and grounded in cognitive-behavioral and rational-emotive strategies, tailored to each client’s needs and goals. She also offers a faith-based, Christian perspective and emphasizes respectful, compassionate support that treats people the way she would want to be treated. She welcomes the courage it takes to pursue change and aims to help clients feel supported and empowered as they move toward a more fulfilling life.
Over time, she has worked with many different life situations and presents therapy in a way that is truth-based, educationally focused, and kind. She is especially focused on supporting survivors of narcissistic abuse, including mental, spiritual, and physical abuse, and she also works with concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship and family conflict, parenting challenges, career stress, OCD, ADHD, and the impact of physical trauma or emotional abuse. She recognizes that maladaptive patterns can be learned within the family environment and may also be influenced by inherited tendencies, and she pays attention to the harm that can arise when someone must live or work in close proximity to a person exhibiting dangerous levels of narcissistic traits.
Myrna Pledger’s style is solutions-focused and grounded in cognitive-behavioral and rational-emotive strategies, tailored to each client’s needs and goals. She also offers a faith-based, Christian perspective and emphasizes respectful, compassionate support that treats people the way she would want to be treated. She welcomes the courage it takes to pursue change and aims to help clients feel supported and empowered as they move toward a more fulfilling life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Avoidant personalityCodependencyCommitment issuesDependent personalityHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Myrna Pledger have?
Myrna Pledger has 21 years of experience providing counseling support.
Is Myrna Pledger a licensed therapist?
Yes. Myrna Pledger is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois. License: IL LCPC 180.006251.
In which languages does Myrna Pledger provide therapy?
Myrna Pledger provides therapy in English.
Where is Myrna Pledger located?
Myrna Pledger is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Myrna Pledger as my therapist?
You can work with Myrna Pledger through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Myrna Pledger work with international clients?
No. Myrna Pledger does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Myrna Pledger cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Myrna Pledger draws from several evidence-informed approaches that can work well in an online format. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new ways of responding, which can be especially useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and day-to-day coping. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most, supporting people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or pulled off course by fear or self-doubt. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and current relationships shape connection, boundaries, and emotional safety, which can be helpful for relationship strain, family concerns, and recovery from harmful dynamics.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Myrna Pledger works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand what has and has not helped before, and choose strategies that fit their values, preferences, and current challenges.
Online therapy also makes it easier to access consistent support from where clients are. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, parenting demands, or times when leaving home feels difficult.