Theresa Ewing, LCSW - Therapist in Illinois

About Theresa

Theresa Ewing is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who focuses on family and parenting concerns and related life challenges. She brings a calm, practical manner to sessions and helps people make clear plans. Theresa uses down-to-earth language so busy parents can follow next steps.

She emphasizes teamwork and small goals that fit everyday life. Theresa draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which builds emotion regulation and coping skills.

Background and approach

In sessions she helps people spot unhelpful patterns, try new ways of responding, and practice skills between meetings. She works with issues such as grief, stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and family problems, and parenting concerns. Her background includes four years as a licensed social worker and prior experience in healthcare settings supporting caregivers, end-of-life needs, and complex family situations.

Theresa combines that experience with a clear focus on planning and achievable steps. She explains tools plainly and checks in on what is actually working. Theresa offers phone sessions, video calls, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules.

Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time and costs vary with location and therapist availability. She practices in Illinois and conducts therapy in English. People who choose Theresa can expect practical skill-building, straightforward goals, and a collaborative pace.

She aims to help parents and families find manageable ways to face change and reduce stress.

Online approaches that focus on skills and plans

Theresa uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thoughts and behaviors that keep problems in place. CBT often involves setting small practice tasks, trying new responses, and tracking what changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills so strong feelings are easier to manage and relationships improve.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Theresa collaborates with each person to decide which method fits their needs and goals. She adjusts techniques based on what the client finds useful and practical in daily life.

Online therapy with Theresa is designed for flexibility. Video calls let people have face-to-face conversations from home. Phone sessions offer a simpler option when video is not possible. Live chat and text-based messaging allow brief check-ins, coaching, and skill practice between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy family schedules and provide multiple ways to try new skills.

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.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Theresa address?

She supports a wide range of issues including grief, stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and family problems, parenting challenges, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

How would she describe her therapy style?

Theresa works in a practical, team-oriented way. She helps set clear goals and focuses on small, doable steps clients can use day to day.

What is her professional background?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with four years of experience and prior work in healthcare supporting caregivers and end-of-life situations.

What credential and location information should I know?

Theresa holds an LCSW credential, IL LCSW 149018755, and practices in Illinois.

Which languages are used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from another country?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Theresa provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.

How does the subscription and cost work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are offered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Grief
Anger management
Self esteem

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 4 years
Licensed: Illinois
Languages: English

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