Amber Illum, MA, LPC

 Amber Illum, MA, LPC, LCPC

Co-Founder & Assistant Director, North Gwinnett Counseling Associates

Amber is the co-founder and assistant director of North Gwinnett Counseling Associates, LLC. She is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Georgia and a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) in Illinois. She earned her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Northwestern University in 2002 and has been practicing for more than 20 years.

Amber began her career in a community mental health center, gaining extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families. She developed particular expertise in complex challenges such as addiction, anger management, and family  dynamics.  Since continuing her work in private practice, she has been dedicated to supporting  teens, adults, and families throughout the challenges they face. 

With over two decades of clinical experience, Amber is recognized as a seasoned and compassionate therapist. She combines a goal-oriented, strength-based approach with genuine empathy to help her clients navigate life’s challenges. Her specialties include relationship issues, depression, anxiety,  ADHD, and stress management.

Amber is passionate about empowering clients to recognize their strengths, build healthier connections, and create meaningful change in their lives.