amina feder, MS, LPC

(she/they)

Outpatient therapist

I view my work with clients as a collaborative relationship led by the client, as they know their life better than anyone else! I use a person-centered and strength’s-based approach with each client through a multicultural feminist lens. I will often utilize psychoeducation to help clients build their mental health “toybox” with skills in mindfulness, thought tracking and reframing, and creative expression for the feelings and experiences words just can’t express. I specialize in working with those who have experienced interpersonal and systemic trauma, as well as those who are exploring their gender, sexual, and romantic identities. I have a significant amount of training in play therapy when working with children, adolescents, and adults, including Sandtray therapy (my personal favorite!).  I am a neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, and sex work affirming counselor who believes in the power of play, education, compassion, and acceptance.

I am a graduate of Eastern Illinois University with my Master of science in Clinical Counseling, Master of arts in Communication Studies, and my Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies. After completing my practicum and first internship at RISE Behavioral Health and Wellness, I knew community mental health was close to my heart and am excited to be back! Prior to joining the team at RISE, I worked for over seven years at Sexual Assault Counseling and Information Service (SACIS) as the Director of Prevention Services. In this time, I would provide local schools, families, and individuals with body safety, consent, and boundary programming and resources to help prevent and respond to sexual violence. Additionally, I was a board member, and currently a community member of PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians And Gays) in Charleston, IL. My master’s thesis research was focused on US-based sex trafficking information and prevention resources, which sparked my passion to help others who have experienced varying forms of trauma throughout their lifespan.