Website
https://lukemerrill.me
Luke Merrill
Licensed Professional Counselor
About
Luke Merrill is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Illinois with a heart for bringing hope and healing to children, teens, and families. He holds an M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from Trinity International University and a B.A. in Ministerial Studies from Christian Life College.
With a background in pastoral ministry, Luke previously served as a Children’s Pastor and comes from a long line of ministers. His deep love for Jesus and the local church shapes his counseling approach, integrating biblical truth with evidence-based strategies.
Luke specializes in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, emotional regulation, and family dynamics. His work is rooted in connection, safety, and growth—believing that healing happens when people feel seen, known, and supported. Whether through play therapy, talk therapy, or cognitive-behavioral tools, he walks alongside families to build resilience and restore relationships.
Luke currently serves as a Deacon in his church, teaches counseling and psychology at Christian Life College, and partners with schools and ministries to support the mental and spiritual well-being of the next generation. Outside of the office, you can find him playing the drums or enjoying a board game night with his wife.
Provider details
Clinician's Sex/Gender
Male
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Cities
- Palatine
- Grayslake
Counties
- Cook County
- Lake County
ZIPs
- 60067
- 60030
Teleheath
Yes
Which state(s) do you offer Telehealth
- IL
Individual Sessions
- 50-60 min
Other Sessions
- Family Sessions
- Telehealth
Psychological Testing
No
Ages
- Toddler – Preschool (2-5)
- Child (6-11)
- Preteen (11-12)
- Adolescent (13-17)
- Adult (18-70)
Special Populations
- Ministry Leaders
Talk Therapies
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Experiential Therapies
- Play Therapy
Agree with the AACC Doctrinal Statement
Yes
Do you agree with the AACC Ethical Position
Yes
Biblical Integration – Verbally integrating Biblical principles, passages, doctrines, stories, and information into your treatment session
Yes
Do you utilize homework’s assignments for patients to do in between sessions?
Yes
What type of treatment approach do you utilize most frequently?
- Problem focused approach
How direct is your approach with patients?
- I share my insights, opinions, views and expertise with the patient even though they might be contrary to what the patient is thinking
Payment Methods Accepted
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Blue Cross
Do you accept payment plans
No
Do you provide or work with an organization that provides loans for treatment
No
Educational History
- School:Trinity International University
- Degree:Graduate School
- School:Christian Life College
- Degree:Undergrad
Years In Practice
3
License Numbers
- Name:State License
- Number:178.019468
- State:
- IL
Professional Associations
- AACC
- American Psychological Association
Do you agree that counseling is not fully Christian if a counselor’s faith shapes their posture but not their methods?
Yes
Do you agree that the deepest personal help a person needs cannot be fully received apart from faith in Christ, even through counseling?
Yes
Do you agree that Scripture speaks authoritatively to the deepest roots of human problems?
Yes
Do you agree that it is not appropriate to support or affirm a client’s chosen course of action when it conflicts with Scripture, even in the name of autonomy?
Yes
Do you agree that people do not possess all the internal resources needed for truth and healing apart from God, regardless of insight, support, or time?
Yes
