David Schwartz, LCPC

Licensed in Illinois · 15 years in practice

David Schwartz is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, depression, and questions about sexuality.

License and registration

LCPC, Illinois: 180007762 · expires March 2027
NPI: 1205062353 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 15
Languages: English

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About David

David Schwartz is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, depression, and questions about sexuality. He also supports those dealing with grief, trauma, addiction, sleep problems, parenting strain, career doubts, and identity issues. David practices in Illinois and brings 15 years of experience to his work.

He favors practical steps that can be tried between sessions. Therapy focuses on learning small skills and testing new behaviors in everyday life.

Background and approach

Mindfulness is one tool he often uses to ground people and reduce reactivity. Sessions are straightforward and conversational. He blends approaches such as cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thinking, acceptance and commitment ideas to clarify values, and dialectical skills for regulating strong emotions.

Jungian and existential ideas may be woven in to explore meaning and deeper personal patterns. David aims to make therapy useful and applicable. He helps people set clear goals and track progress with concrete exercises.

Many clients work on improving intimacy, managing panic or bipolar symptoms, or navigating non-monogamous and kink-related concerns. He often suggests simple at-home practices - short mindfulness exercises, behavior experiments, or mood tracking - so progress continues between sessions. The emphasis is on steady change using tools that fit each person’s life and values.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything David lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Divorce and separation
Family problems
First responder issues
Life purpose
Men's issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Young adult issues

Approaches David names

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Online support

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters most and take committed steps toward those values, even when feelings are difficult. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety, depression, and panic. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers concrete emotion-regulation and interpersonal skills for handling intense feelings and improving communication.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences, and adjust the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps keep therapy practical and responsive to what actually helps.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video calls let people use face-to-face conversation when bandwidth allows, phone sessions can be easier when a shorter check-in or hands-free option is needed, and messaging or live chat can suit ongoing coaching-style support or brief updates between meetings. These formats make scheduling more flexible and help therapy fit into busy lives.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addiction concerns, grief, trauma, sleep trouble, parenting strain, career questions, bipolar and panic issues, ADHD, and a range of sexuality and kink-related topics.

What is his therapeutic approach like?

He uses a mix of practical methods including cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment ideas, dialectical skills, and mindfulness. Sessions focus on clear goals, skill practice, and trying changes between appointments.

How much experience does he have?

He brings 15 years of clinical experience working with adults and young adults on mood, relationship, and identity concerns.

Where is he licensed and based?

He holds an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential, noted as LCPC, and practices in Illinois.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and preferences.

How are fees and getting started handled?

Cost varies with location and scheduling; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.

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