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Vivian Abouallol

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

10 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In Illinois
+ 1 other state

In-Network

Accepting 9 Insurance providers

Meet Vivian

I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, mood disorder, PTSD, adjustment issues, stress, and relationship challenges using evidence-based techniques. You can expect a nonjudgmental and safe space where you’ll feel truly heard and supported. I take the time to deeply understand you and your needs to provide affirming, authentic, challenging, direct, and engaging therapy. I am passionate about this work because I believe in empowering individuals to heal, grow, and reclaim their sense of well-being. Together, we’ll work toward building the life you deserve.

I take the time to deeply understand you and your needs.

Communication Style

  • Affirming
  • Authentic
  • Challenging
  • Empowering
  • Engaging

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Approach

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for Illinois and Florida residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Nature walks, going to the gym, reading, and learning.

Insurance Accepted

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#180010437 • Illinois • LPCC

Education

MSE - Mental health Counseling, Northern Illinois University

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Vivian Abouallol accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Out of state BlueCard PPO, Prime Health, Aetna, Centivo, United Healthcare, United Healthcare/Optum, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, and Oscar IL. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in Illinois are estimated at $185-195 per session.

Vivian Abouallol is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Vivian is licensed to practice in Illinois and Florida, so clients located in any of those states can book sessions. Vivian’s Illinois license number is 180010437, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Vivian Abouallol has been practicing therapy for 10 years. Vivian’s education and training include MSE - Mental health Counseling, Northern Illinois University. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Vivian is part of that group.

Vivian Abouallol specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Burnout, Couples Therapy, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Divorce, Grief, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Vivian spends most of their clinical time. Vivian also sees couples together in joint sessions. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Vivian is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Vivian Abouallol draws on Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Vivian’s style is affirming, authentic, challenging, empowering, and engaging. In Vivian’s words: “I take the time to deeply understand you and your needs.”

Vivian Abouallol (she/her) offers therapy in English and Arabic. Vivian identifies as Middle Eastern or North African.

Vivian Abouallol offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Vivian is licensed in Illinois and Florida, and you need to be located in one of those states at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Vivian Abouallol is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Vivian will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Vivian’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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