“No matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.” ~ Maya Angelou

Hi!

My name is Dr. Camille Ellimac-Raheem, often called Dr. Camille. First and foremost, I give all glory to God, who has ordered my steps, carried me through life’s challenges, and aligned me with my Divine purpose.

I am the Founder & Executive Director of Designed 2 Succeed, Inc. (www.designed2succeed.org), and CEO of Designed Consulting & Lifestyle, LLC. I serve as an Inspirational Speaker, Workshop Developer & Facilitator, National Certified Counselor, and Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. I also hold certifications in Litigation & Evaluation in Family Court Abuse Cases (LEFCC), Crisis Intervention, and Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Advocacy.

My calling to help others began at age 13 and has shaped every part of my journey. In 2015, I was licensed as an outreach minister under Dr. Bill Winston in Forest Park, IL. That same year, I spoke in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to survivors of abuse—openly sharing my story as an adult survivor of child sexual abuse for the first time. This experience affirmed my lifelong mission to empower women and families.

Over the years, I have hosted outreach events, led workshops in prisons, facilitated support groups, and even hosted The Speak Life Show on a local FOX affiliate. My work has extended to psychotherapy, conferences, webinars, and mentorship programs across the U.S. and internationally.

Academically, I earned an M.A. in Professional Counseling from Seton Hall University and a Ph.D. in Counseling & Psychological Studies (Human Services Counseling) from Regent University. Today, I serve as a clinical therapist for a national mental health organization operating in 33+ states, specializing in adults, couples, families, substance abuse, grief counseling, and at-risk youth impacted by trauma.

My journey has not been without loss—through each degree earned, I lost close family members. Yet, But God! His grace sustained me so I could continue serving others.

I am an active member of the American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA), where I was selected for their Inaugural Leadership Institute and served on the Public Awareness Committee.

Beyond my professional life, I enjoy cooking, photography, fitness, travel, and—most of all—time with my family. Married for over 28 years, my greatest joy is supporting my children. Despite early health challenges and difficult odds, my daughters earned degrees up to the juris doctorate before age 25, and my twin sons completed bachelor’s degrees in marketing and engineering. Their resilience is a reflection of God’s faithfulness.

My calling to help others began at age 13 and has shaped every part of my journey. In 2015, I was licensed as an outreach minister under Dr. Bill Winston in Forest Park, IL. That same year, I spoke in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to survivors of abuse—openly sharing my story as an adult survivor of child sexual abuse for the first time. This experience affirmed my lifelong mission to empower women and families.

Over the years, I have hosted outreach events, led workshops in prisons, facilitated support groups, and even hosted The Speak Life Show on a local FOX affiliate. My work has extended to psychotherapy, conferences, webinars, and mentorship programs across the U.S. and internationally.

Academically, I earned an M.A. in Professional Counseling from Seton Hall University and a Ph.D. in Counseling & Psychological Studies (Human Services Counseling) from Regent University. Today, I serve as a clinical therapist for a national mental health organization operating in 33+ states, specializing in adults, couples, families, substance abuse, grief counseling, and at-risk youth impacted by trauma.

My journey has not been without loss—through each degree earned, I lost close family members. Yet, But God! His grace sustained me so I could continue serving others.

I am an active member of the American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA), where I was selected for their Inaugural Leadership Institute and served on the Public Awareness Committee.

Beyond my professional life, I enjoy cooking, photography, fitness, travel, and—most of all—time with my family. Married for over 28 years, my greatest joy is supporting my children. Despite early health challenges and difficult odds, my daughters earned degrees up to the juris doctorate before age 25, and my twin sons completed bachelor’s degrees in marketing and engineering. Their resilience is a reflection of God’s faithfulness.