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Dennis Dwyer, LCPC

Illinois LCPC with 25 years experience
  • Addictions and relationships
  • Strengths based support
  • Accepts international clients

About Dennis Dwyer

Dennis Dwyer is an Illinois-licensed LCPC with 25 years of professional experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a state credential that authorizes him to provide mental health services. Over his career he has worked with issues such as addictions, relationship difficulties, anger, low self esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, sleep problems, parenting concerns, career transitions, and coping with life changes, as well as related areas like body image, communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, and trauma-related concerns.

He approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, holding the view that each person is the expert of their own story and already possesses resources that can support change. He emphasizes collaboration, helping people build confidence and motivation while offering practical strategies drawn from evidence-informed methods. Seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and he aims to support and empower clients through the early steps of change and the ongoing work that follows.

Dennis offers flexible session formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, and he is accepting international clients. His practice focuses on practical, client-centered care designed to meet each person where they are.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietySleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPost-traumatic stressSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dennis Dwyer have?

Dennis Dwyer has 25 years of professional experience.

Is Dennis Dwyer a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCPC. License details: IL LCPC 180.007255.

In which languages does Dennis Dwyer provide therapy?

Therapy is offered in English.

Where is Dennis Dwyer located?

Dennis Dwyer is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Dennis Dwyer as my therapist?

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

Does Dennis Dwyer work with international clients?

Yes, Dennis Dwyer works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dennis Dwyer 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.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT helps people notice and make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while identifying personal values and taking committed action toward those values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life transitions.)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress.)

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens closely and follows the client's lead to foster self-awareness and confidence, which can be especially helpful for self esteem, relationship concerns, and decision-making.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Dennis Dwyer works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and adapts his approach as progress unfolds.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent care while balancing work, family, and travel. These options offer flexibility for scheduling, allow therapy to continue across locations, and help clients choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for them when working with a licensed professional.

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