Specializing in Trauma, Relationships, Anxiety & Depression in Taylorville, Illinois.
In-Person, Phone & Telehealth Appointments in Illinois. Most Insurances Accepted.
When Life Feels Messy Heavy, or Broken, You Don't Have to Face it Alone!
Offering Individual, Child, Couples & Family Therapy
In-person and telehealth statewide in Illinois at
403 W. Main Cross
Taylorville, Illinois
217-824-6431
Most Insurances Accepted.
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Phone Consultation.
Recognize Yourself in These Struggles?
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I can't stop worrying about everything.
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I feel alone, even when I'm around people.
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I keep reliving painful memories
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I get angry or shut down.
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I feel sad, empty, numb.
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I feel like nothing I do is good enough.
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I feel I am "not enough".
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SERVICES WE OFFER
Individual Therapy
A private, supportive place to explore your feelings, thoughts, and challenges without judgement.
Together, we focus on what matters most to you whether it's managing emotions, improving communication, making decisions, strengthening relationships, or developing life skills.
Individual Therapy helps you better understand yourself, develop practical tools, and navigate life with more confidence and ease.
You gain clarity, direction, and a greater sense of control over your life.
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Couples Therapy
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Phone Consultation.
Couples Therapy offers a safe, confidential, accepting place to talk openly and work through challenges together.
It's an opportunity to better understand one another, strengthen trust and find healthier ways to communicate and resolve conflict.
You'll learn practical tools to express needs and emotions clearly, actively listen, make decisions as a team, rebuild intimacy, and create a stronger foundation for your relationship.
Family Therapy
Family Therapy helps families work through conflicts, improve communication, and build stronger, and more connected relationships.
You'll learn to communicate more effectively, solve problems collaboratively, and create a more understanding, cooperative and peaceful home environment.
Together, we create a safe space where each family member feels heard and supported, so healing and growth can happen as a unit.
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Phone Consultation.
Child Therapy
Child Therapy provides a safe, nurturing environment where children can express themselves, process emotions, and feel truly understood.
Through play, conversation and gentle guidance, children learn to manage their feelings, solve problems, improve communication, and build confidence.
They also develop important life skills, such as coping with change, interacting positively with others, and understanding themselves in ways that feel natural and supportive.
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Phone Consultation
Coaching
Coaching provides practical, supportive guidance for individuals and families navigating autism, ADHD, developmental differences and everyday life challenges.
In a positive strength-based setting, we focus on building real life skills such as emotional regulation, communication, organization, social interaction, and independence.
Whether you're seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family system, coaching can help you better understand needs, strengthen relationships, and develop strategies that work for your unique situation while honoring each person's strengths and potential.
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HOW WE HELP: OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE
ANXIETY
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It's more than just worry. Anxiety can make daily tasks feel overwhelming or even impossible.
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We'll help you understand the root of your anxiety and learn strategies that bring calm, focus, and confidence back to your life.
DEPRESSION
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If you feel stuck, hopeless, or like you're just going through the motions, you're not alone.
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We work with you to explore te roots of your depression, reconnect with your strengths, and move toward a more meaningful and energized life.
TRAUMA & PTSD
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Past experiences can leave lasting emotional wounds.
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Whether recent or in the past, trauma can affect how you think, feel, and relate to others.
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We offer gently, evidence-informed care to help you heal and move forward.
RELATIONSHIP ISSUES
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Relationship challenges can be painful and confusing whether it's with a parent, sibling, coworker, partner or child,
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We'll help you recognize unhelpful patterns, improve communication, and create stronger, healthier relationships.
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MEET OUR TEAM
At Forward Focus Counseling Center, you're not alone.
Our team is here to listen, support, and help you grow.
Rose Lafferty, LCSW
Founder & Lead Therapist
Over 35 years of experience helping clients heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles.
Future Team Members
As FFCC grows, we are expanding our team with skilled therapists and specialists. Each professional will share our vision of compassionate, evidence informed care that meets the needs of our community.
Crystal Hatley Life Skill Coach
"Helping clients build confidence, resilience, and practical tools for
everyday life and challenges."
THE HEART BEHIND FORWARD FOCUS
Forward Focus Counseling Center was founded with a deep belief that healing begins in relationship, and that every person deserves access to support that's compassionate, effective, and tailored to their unique journey.
OUR MISSION
At Forward Focus Counseling Center, our mission to provide accessible, compassionate and evidence informed mental health and coaching services that empower individuals and families across Central Illinois and beyond. We are here to walk that empower individuals and families to heal, grow, and thrive.
We are committed to fostering emotional well-being, building community resilience, and supporting people of all ages through life's challenges with dignity and respect.
OUR VISION
We envision a future where every person regardless of background or circumstance has access to trusted, high quality mental health support. At Forward Focus Counseling Center, we aim to be a beacon of hope, healing, and connection by:
reducing barriers to care
Expanding trauma informed, family centered services
Supporting underserved communities
Advancing clinical excellence and workforce development
Collaborating with local partners to build a healthier, more equitable future
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"Rooted in Compassion. Growing with Intention."
OUR IMPACT
Addressing a Critical Shortage
In 2025, Christian County, Illinois is facing a mental health care crisis. Although, public day may reflect over 60 licensed providers per 100,000 people, this figure is misleading. Most of these providers are no longer practicing locally, have relocated, retired or left the field. The local Mental Health Clinic closed in 2018.
Impact on the Community
Residents of Taylorville and the surrounding rural areas face barriers that include long waitlists, geographic isolation, and the absence of affordable, accessible care. Vulnerable populations such as children, families, older adults, trauma survivors are especially affected by the lack of consistent support.
Forward Focus Responds With Real Solutions
We are addressing this urgent need with scalable, community-based solutions:
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We offer telehealth services throughout Illinois.
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We are an approved Medicare provider and actively pursuing Medicaid enrollment.
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We are expanding our in-person therapy capacity in Taylorville.
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We are recruiting skilled clinicians and support staff.
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We deliver trauma-informed, developmentally guided, evidence-based therapy.
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We are working toward licensure in additional states to ensure continutity of care for relocating clients.
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We are designing an integrated wellness model including coaching, psychiatric support, and holistic care all under one roof.
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We apply the Forward Focus Framework: a unique developmental model that builds real-life emotional and psychological skills in clients of all ages.
A long term vision is to build a sustainable, collaborative mental health and wellness center that will meet the needs of our rural population. We aim to improve access, enhance outcomes, and support recovery and resilience across the lifespan.
This is not just about growing a practice.
It's about making quality mental health
care accessible to those who need most.
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SUPPORT OUR MISSION
At Forward Focus Counseling Center, we exist to meet the growing need for accessible, high-quality mental health care in our community. Across Christian County and neighboring areas, waitlists are long, licensed providers are few, and stigma remains high-especially for those facing economic and geographic barriers.
We believe that when people feel heard, understood, and empowered, their lives change-families grow stronger, communities become healthier, and hope takes root.
That's why we're building something different: a Center grounded in clinical excellence, guided by compassion, and strengthened by collaboration and community.
Ways You Can Support Forward Focus
Whether you're a mental health advocate, provider, parent, policymaker, or simply someone who believes in the power of healing-you can play a meaningful role.
Here's How:
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Refer individuals or families in need of care.
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Share our mission in your network.
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Partner professionally (schools, clinics, agencies, providers).
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Apply to join our team (therapists, coaches, interns, prelicensed therapists).
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Volunteer time, space or specialized skills.
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Contribute funding or in-kind support.
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Join our supporter list to stay informed.
We're not just growing a practice-we're building a movement for accessible, compassionate care. If you share our vision, we'd love to hear from you! Please fill out the form below!
The Care You Deserve
At Forward Focus Counseling Services, our values guide everything we do in creating a safe, respectful, and empowering experience for you from the moment you reach out."
Acceptance, respect and compassion for every person we serve.
A person-centered approach, recognizing each person as unique and deserving of an individualized plan
to meet their needs.
A safe, comfortable. confidential, supportive, and empathic environment, where you feel at ease and truly heard.
Excellence through continuous learning and applying current research and best practices to deliver the highest quality of care.
Empowering individuals by providing tools, skills, and support to help you live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Collaboration and family involvement, welcoming the people who are important to you into the process
when you choose.
Evidence-based methods combined with individualized flexibility, ensuring your care reflects both proven approaches and your personal goals.
We support the whole person through a holistic approach that encourages growth and lasting change.
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WAYS TO GET STARTED
There are several ways to connect with Forward Focus Counseling Center. You can call, text, or email us directly. Or use the secure contact form below to share your questions or request an appointment. Whether you are looking to schedule a 20 minute free consultation or simply learning more about our services, we are here to help.
We offer in-person counseling in Taylorville, IL as well as, telehealth appointments statewide.
217-824-6431 CALL
217-290-4493 TEXT
217-290-4494 FAX
LOCATION
403 West Main Cross
Taylorville, IL 62568
SERVICE AREA
In Person Counseling in Taylorville.
Telehealth Appointments Statewide.
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE
Please do not share confidential or highly personal information through these forms, by text, or by email.
CRISIS SUPPORT
If you are in a crisis, call or text 988
(Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or dial 911, or
go to the nearest emergency room.
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