Jaclyn LaPorte, MS, LCPC
Jaclyn LaPorte, MS, LCPC, is a licensed clinical professional counselor with more than 16 years of experience serving adolescents and adults in nonprofit and community mental health settings. She has extensive expertise in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, adolescent domestic violence, and program development, along with many years of clinical leadership and supervision. Much of her career has been dedicated to developing and sustaining programming within the juvenile justice system and building police-based social service initiatives that connect young people and families to meaningful support.
Jaclyn is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-informed services that prioritize safety, resilience, and long-term well-being. She brings a collaborative approach to her work, centering the strengths and needs of each individual while helping them navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. Jaclyn earned her Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology from the University of Illinois at Chicago and completed her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at Benedictine University. Her mission is to foster positive change for youth and families by building systems of support that promote healing, empowerment, and growth.
