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Jermaine Anthony, LCSW
Illinois
LCSW - anxiety and addictions
See online therapy options- CBT practical tools
- DBT emotion skills
- Motivational support
About Jermaine
Jermaine Anthony is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Illinois with 10 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and self-esteem concerns. Sessions are conducted in English and he accepts international clients.
Over a decade in practice has included supporting people dealing with substance use, trauma-related symptoms, and anger that affects daily life. He uses straightforward conversation to identify patterns that make problems worse. Sessions focus on practical steps to change habits of thought and behavior.
Jermaine draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test alternative responses. He also uses Client-Centered methods to listen closely and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for managing strong emotions. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques appear when building motivation or setting short-term goals.
Typical work involves creating a simple plan, practicing skills between sessions, and checking what changes. For addiction concerns he looks at motivation and concrete steps that reduce harm and build stability. For trauma and abuse he balances safety and paced coping skills rather than long narratives.
He frames therapy as a practical collaboration: identify a problem, try a strategy, review what helped, and adjust. People who want clear tasks, skill-building, and direct feedback will recognize this approach. Before booking, confirm the current session options and rates so they match your needs.
How his approaches translate to online work
Jermaine commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new responses. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, behaviors, and feelings so clients can try concrete changes and see what works. He also uses Client-Centered techniques that prioritize listening and reflecting to help clients clarify their goals and concerns.Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are included when emotions run high; DBT offers specific tools for distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and clearer communication. These methods are useful for anxiety, anger, addiction-related urges, and managing intense reactions after trauma.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with the client to pick methods that match the problem, goals, and personal style. That may mean starting with CBT exercises, adding motivational techniques, or using DBT skills practice depending on progress.
The profile does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm the current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for fitting appointments around work, reducing travel time, or making shorter check-ins easier to schedule. He frames remote work as a way to keep therapy practical and accessible while focusing on skill practice and measurable steps.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and self-esteem, plus related issues such as attachment and communication problems.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, structured work - identifying unhelpful thoughts, practicing skills, and setting short-term goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 10 years of professional work experience as a licensed clinical social worker.
What credential and region does he practice in?
He is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and works with clients listed in his profile from that region.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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