Meet Stacy Parton

She/Her Pronouns

I (Stacy Parton) decided I wanted to be a therapist at 12 years of age and I have dedicated my life to this pursuit.  I earned a BS degree in Psychology and Philosophy at Illinois State University and went on to pursue my MA in Clinical Psychology, also at ISU.  Since then, I have worked with people of all ages in a variety of settings.  I found my biggest passion is helping people who have experienced trauma find ways to heal and live their full, authentic lives.  I truly believe that even after a lifetime of suffering we can find ways to thrive.  I am trained in EMDR, which is an evidenced-based treatment for PTSD and other effects of trauma and I find that this treatment modality can make healing much faster and more efficient.  But, EMDR is not for everyone!  I am certified as a Level-2 Clinical Trauma Professional and am trained in numerous therapy modalities that can help.  Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all intervention and I work collaboratively with my clients to find what works best for them.  I am a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and have a passion for social justice.  Discrimination and oppression can be one of the most traumatizing things experienced by those of us with marginalized identities.  In addition to doing our own healing, I believe that it is crucial that we work to dismantle the systems of oppression in our society.  

My Contact Information:                                                                                                                                                                                                               

Stacy Parton, MA, LCPC, CCTP-II

stacy@LearningToThriveTherapy.com 

1100 Beech Street

Building 7, Suite 3

Normal, IL 61761

P: (309)340-9340

F: (888)920-3465