1000 Medical Center Drive • Monticello IL 61856
217.762.2115

Mental Health Counseling

Monticello Mental Health Counseling

Professional Behavioral Services in Piatt County

More than 42 million Americans are diagnosed with mental disorders every year in the United States alone. Nearly 20% of the country’s entire population suffers from some sort of mental condition. Far too many people go without treatment because of shame, or ignorance of their condition. Do not be embarrassed to pursue vital medical care that can make your life easier. The professional staff at Kirby Medical Center works with individuals to address many facets of mental health and mental illness.

We provide therapy or mental health counseling services for:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD
  • Addiction and related issues
  • Eating Disorders and related issues
  • Self-Harm
  • Grief
  • And more

Kirby Medical Group is dedicated to providing care for the overall health of our patients, mentally and physically. Whether you require an urgent appointment or routine appointment, please contact our clinics to discuss options provided by our Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Senior Life Solutions

Aging brings many joys – more time with family and freedom in retirement – but our older years can also bring difficult life transitions including the loss of loved ones and stress from age-related health concerns.
Kirby’s Senior Life Solutions is an intensive outpatient group therapy program designed to meet the unique needs of older adults typically ages 65 and older struggling with symptoms of depression and anxiety often related to aging.

If you or someone you know are in crisis, seek help immediately.
You can reach a mental health counselor at Kirby Medical Center by calling (217) 762-6241 or dial 911 for immediate assistance.

Ray Bement social worker Raymond Bement, LCSW As a licensed clinical social worker, Raymond Bement works closely with patients to diagnose and treat various types of mental illness. Bement also plays a vital role in helping patients cope with life-changing events, such as terminal illness or loss of a loved one. As part of the Kirby team, Bement strives to make sure patients are not only physically fit, but emotionally and mentally healthy as well. His special interests include dialectical and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Ray Bement social worker Jessie Clapp, LCSW Jessie is a licensed clinical social worker who has experience working with terminally ill patients and their families, and patients needing inpatient behavioral health services. Jessie utilizes a multidimensional approach to therapy looking at each individual’s needs. She strives to assist patients in healing from life changing events, building self-worth, improving communication in relationships, and reaching personal goals. Jessie’s therapy approach is to evaluate each patient as an individual and provide support and practical feedback to help patients effectively address life’s challenges.
Ray Bement social worker Kristie Krigbaum, LCSW Kristie Krigbaum is a licensed clinical professional counselor and licensed clinical social worker with experience working with individuals, couples and families. She sees each patient for who they are, an individual with unique needs, and uses a variety of evidence-based practices to help them work toward goals and desired outcomes.
Ray Bement social worker Liz McGarry, LCSW As a licensed counselor and social worker, Liz McGarry brings many years of experience from several different healthcare settings to Kirby Medical Center. She has worked with patients of all ages and strives to provide support in an encouraging, non-judgmental environment.

All counselors are participating providers in most insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. For more information on these counseling services, please call (217) 762-6241.