Jacqueline (Jacqui) Taub, LCSW - Therapist in Illinois

About Jacqueline

Jacqueline (Jacqui) Taub is a licensed clinical social worker who uses a client-centered approach to guide people through stress, anxiety, eating concerns, and self-esteem struggles. She writes plainly and listens closely. Sessions focus on practical steps and building on what already works for each person.

Jacqui draws on eight years of practice in Illinois to support young adults facing motivation and confidence challenges. She believes each person knows their story best and brings strengths to the work.

Background and approach

That perspective shapes how she sets goals and talks through next steps. Her work often addresses body image, eating-related concerns, and issues around sexuality and identity. She also helps with relationship and general family concerns, communication and control issues, and feelings of isolation or jealousy.

Conversations are rooted in real-life problems and simple strategies that can be used between sessions. Jacqui blends elements of cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help clients notice patterns and try small changes. She also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to clarify goals and keep momentum.

The emphasis is on what a person can do now, rather than on long theoretical explanations. People can expect straightforward conversation, practical suggestions, and gentle encouragement. Jacqui recognizes that starting therapy takes courage and works to make the process manageable.

She supports each person in taking clear steps toward the goals they name.

Approach-driven online therapy that meets you where you are

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building from your strengths. The therapist follows your lead, helping you set goals that matter to you and shaping sessions around your priorities.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at the ideas and actions that keep problems going. It helps identify unhelpful thoughts and teaches practical skills you can try between sessions to reduce anxiety or improve mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Jacqui will work together with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process makes it easier to try new strategies and adjust when something is not working.

Online therapy makes those approaches accessible through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options create flexibility for busy schedules and for people who prefer different ways of communicating. The aim is to make regular work on goals doable, even when life is hectic.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Mindfulness Therapy

Attention training: noticing thoughts and physical feelings as they arrive without being carried off by them. Much of it is practice you do yourself, so guidance over video or audio works much as it would in person.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Jacqui commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, eating concerns, and self-esteem challenges. Additional focus areas include body image, sexuality, relationship and family problems, and workplace or young adult issues.

What is her therapeutic approach or style?

She uses a client-centered style that emphasizes the person's own strengths. She combines cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused ideas as needed.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Jacqui has eight years of professional experience working with people on stress, anxiety, eating issues, and motivation.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in Illinois with licence number IL LCSW 149019966.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats does she offer?

Jacqui provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as session formats.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Eating disorders
Self esteem

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 8 years
Licensed: Illinois
Languages: English

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