South Schuyler Counseling Welcomes You
Quality Care You Can Count On
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from a certified professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. I’m a license mental health provider in the greater Kankakee area, and I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.
“What do you have inside of you that says you can work with people who are at their worst?”
Dr. Cyrus M. Ellis
All About Therapy
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and in my sessions I promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive outlook and the adoption of new attitudes and reactions. I have the tools and professional experience to help you get back on track.
My Services
With You Every Step of the Way
Couples Therapy
Love is universal, but your relationship is a choice to be in.
I’m a strong believer in that relationships are supposed to be a challenge, but not a struggle. Learning how to feel emotionally safe is as important to a relationship as oxygen is to a human and an animal. Contact me today, so that I can teach you how to feel emotionally safe in your relationship.
Individual Therapy
Here For You
If you’re looking for quality Individual Therapy sessions with a certified Mental Health Service Provider that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I guide my patients every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you.
Family Therapy
Quality Care
In my therapy sessions, we’ll work to solve current problems and improve positive thinking and behavior. I will help you “re-frame” your reactions and provide you with valuable tools to cope with life’s obstacles. I’m confident you’ll find my personalized Family Therapy beneficial and inspirational. Get in touch to book an appointment.
Contact Me
I love helping my patients develop the tools they need to cope with all of life’s challenges. Contact me today to learn more and book a session.
Address:
187 S Schuyler Ave Suite 410, Kankakee, IL 60901, USA
Email:
Phone:
(815) 304-4726
Fax:
815-304-4749
William Lacy Jr, MAMFT
Owner/License Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
License Marriage & Family Therapist
May 2018 - Present
From 2007-2010, I was enrolled in a marriage and family counseling program, but then I transferred to Northcentral University's marriage & family therapy program (2015-2018) where I earned my master's degree in marriage & family therapy. In 2019, I earned my associate license in marriage and family therapy in the state of IL.
Certified Family Therapist
August 2021 - Present
In 2021, I became a certified family therapist by the National Credentialing Academy for Certified Family Therapists.
Troubled Youth Counselor
April 2011 - September 2016
I worked as a troubled youth counselor and a case manager at Indian Oaks Academy. There, I helped youths process their thoughts and emotions using a wide range of activities, such as sand tray therapy, play family diagrams, and with music groups to name a few.
Accepted Insurances
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Blue Cross Community Health Plan
Meridian Health Insurance
Molina Health
Aetna Better Health
Office Hours
New Patients Welcome
Mon - Fri: 8am-9pm Saturdays 8am-4pm
Price List
Our Offers
$45-$160
Self-pay Sliding Scale
For all individual, couples, and family sessions.
$100
Emergency Sessions
All emergency sessions will be late weekday or weekend services.
$45 (each member)
Group Therapy
All group members will be responsible for paying for their group therapy sessions before the group starts.
My Story
A Licensed Professional Here to Guide You
“The South Schuyler Counseling Story:”
It was January 13, 2019, when I left my previous job to start South Schuyler Counseling that was scheduled to open February 4. A week later, my car went down, so I had to give that back which at the same time ended my Uber job. While all this was happening, I still planned on opening on the 4th, but with no money.
Opening with just 20 clients, there was no way I was able to pay for the business and my home, so yes, I gave up my home to keep the business. After a month of living out of my office, the business continued to go between 20-30 clients a week. Yes, I was worried, but I continued to tell myself, “You just opened. People have to know you exist, the community has to know you exist. Stay cool.”
Ten months in, the business started to pick up by going from 20-30 clients to 30-50 clients a week. After I was able to find a place to live, the business continued to soar, so much so that I had to move to a bigger suite. Then to a much bigger suite with more office and waiting room space.
Now, I can honestly say that I am 3 months booked out with a waitlist four pages long with people from all over the state of Illinois calling for my services. Not only was I able to get everything back that I lost, but I was also able to give holiday discounts, and I am able provide pro bono sessions for those in need. Man, when they say “sacrifice” pays off, it really does pay off. Just saying!
Feedback I’ve Received
Patient Experiences
"We absolutely love William. He has been a total blessing to us. We have never felt more comfortable with him and he TRULY is an advocate for my children. I would never trust my children with anyone else."
L.S.
"I was skeptical about starting therapy but was at a point in my life where I knew I could benefit. I did some research and found William at South Schuyler. I’ve been seeing him for about a year now and I can’t imagine having any other therapist! I’ve felt so comfortable since day one! I recommend William and therapy to everyone because of how amazing my experience has been. I’ve grown so much as a person in the past year and I am so thankful."
M.S.
"Dealing with trauma isn't easy and it can also be difficult to decide to seek counseling for it; once I decided to get counseling I thought the hard part was over just to be faced with finding a counselor nearby who's taking on new clients along with other challenges; I found Counselor Lacy online and saw that he was nearby so that was a great start but I still needed to know if he was accepting new clients and about payment; I made the call got an appointment my insurance was accepted and been going for several months now; starting the process of being seen by him was effortless, but speaking to him during my sessions is the best part. He has helped me see things differently and he has given me tools to stay on task as I'm working through things"
