LCPC

Gary Reeves , LCPC

Therapist in Illinois

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About Gary

Gary Reeves helps clients build on their individual strengths to engage more fully with their lives. He works with individuals and couples facing challenges related to emotional well-being, life transitions, and relationships, tailoring support to each person's unique circumstances and goals.

His approach is person-centered, integrative, and collaborative, emphasizing respect for each client's distinct history and perspective. He aims to create a comfortable atmosphere for exploration and growth, encouraging clients to discover practical strategies and insights that fit their lives.

Gary has served in private practice, community mental health, and residential settings, bringing a broad range of experience with concerns that span mild to more severe presentations. He has 12 years of clinical experience and holds a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential, which indicates advanced training in mental health care.

His academic background includes a Bachelor's degree from DePaul University, a Master's in Human Resource Management from Loyola University Graduate School of Business, and a Master's in Counseling Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Based in Illinois, he is compassionate, kind, and open to working with anyone who wants to engage in meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Gary Reeves blends several established approaches to address emotional and relational concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships shape current patterns - it can help people improve trust, closeness, and security in their relationships. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client's own experience and strengths, creating a nonjudgmental space where individuals can explore goals and values and build self-directed change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical strategies to reduce distress and improve coping for issues like anxiety and mood changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Gary collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy feels relevant and manageable.

Online sessions make it easier to access consistent care from wherever the client is located. Video calls allow for face-to-face interaction, while phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provide flexible options for scheduling and communication. These formats support continuity of care and allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that fit their daily lives.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Gary Reeves have?

Gary Reeves has 12 years of clinical experience.

Is Gary Reeves a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. License details - IL LCPC 180.010730.

In which languages does Gary Reeves provide therapy?

Gary Reeves provides therapy in English.

Where is Gary Reeves located?

Gary Reeves is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Gary Reeves as my therapist?

You can work with Gary Reeves through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Gary Reeves work with international clients?

Yes, Gary Reeves works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Gary Reeves cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyImago Relationship TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Illinois

Languages

English

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