Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Jean Ackermans, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Anxiety
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149.014492
- NPI
- 1104290345
- Experience
- 20 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Jean supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress management
- Grief and loss
- Self-esteem work
About Jean
Jean Ackermans is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with 20 years of professional experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, goal setting, and self-acceptance. She also supports clients who are coping with life changes.
Jean favors straightforward conversation and practical problem solving. She creates room for people to speak about what is on their mind without judgment. Sessions focus on what is currently causing difficulty and on small steps that can reduce daily strain.
Her work often addresses self-esteem and grief as part of broader life transitions. She also spends time on issues related to aging and geriatric concerns, body image and eating or food-related problems. Other areas she attends to include guilt and shame, isolation or loneliness, and challenges tied to pregnancy and childbirth.
Jean brings experience with midlife concerns, seasonal affective disorder, and helping people who want to stop smoking or vaping. She also supports people with intellectual disability and those facing women’s health questions. The approach is practical and focused on everyday functioning.
Clients can expect a calm, direct style aimed at clarifying goals and testing what helps in daily life. To begin, she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online options provided.
BHow sessions work
Practical approaches and how online sessions are used
Jean uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on present-day problems and practical coping skills. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce anxiety and low mood. This method helps with worry, negative self-talk, and motivation to try small changes.Another approach centers on problem-solving and goal setting. Sessions break bigger problems into small, manageable steps and track what works. This is useful for life changes, smoking or vaping cessation, and improving daily routines that affect mood and energy.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Jean collaborates with each person to decide which technique fits their needs and preferences. She reviews progress regularly and adjusts plans based on what helps in real life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, avoid travel time, or have a shorter check-in when needed. Licensed professionals often use these conveniences to help therapy fit into everyday life rather than needing major schedule changes.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include aging, body image, eating issues, and women’s issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is direct and practical. Sessions focus on clear goals and small steps that can reduce daily strain.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience working in clinical roles.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers