Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Laura Marcum, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and anxiety
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149022305
- NPI
- 1881207884
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Laura 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 and anxiety
- self esteem
- addictions
About Laura
Laura Marcum is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with over 15 years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, motivation problems, and low self-esteem. She also addresses addiction, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, eating issues, parenting strain, anger, career stress, depression, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
Clients can expect straightforward conversation and practical steps. Sessions usually focus on immediate coping tools and clearer next actions. Laura adapts the conversation to what matters most in day-to-day life, such as work, family demands, or health concerns.
In sessions she listens for patterns that cause repeated problems and helps identify small changes that reduce stress. That can include building routines, managing difficult emotions, and practicing communication skills for strained relationships. She brings a problem-solving approach aimed at daily functioning and realistic goals.
Her work includes attention to motivation and confidence so people can follow through on plans. She also offers support after losses and during major life changes. Over time she focuses on habits that improve mood, reduce impulsive behavior, and ease overwhelm.
People looking for a clear, practical clinician who regards life pressures and responsibilities as central will find this approach relevant. Before booking, confirm current session formats and logistics to match your schedule and needs.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Laura uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at practical change. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new ways of interpreting situations to reduce anxiety and low mood. This helps with stress, worry, and low self-esteem by giving concrete skills to try between sessions.Another approach centers on building small, repeatable habits and routines that improve daily functioning. That method targets motivation, impulse management, and symptoms that affect work and family life. It can be useful for depression, ADHD-related challenges, and recovery from addictive behaviors.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their goals and preferences. That means reviewing what has helped before, trying techniques in short cycles, and adjusting based on results.
Confirm the current session formats before booking so they fit your schedule. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when needed. Different session setups also let people choose options such as shorter check-ins or sessions that do not require being on camera, depending on what helps them participate consistently.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, addictions, grief, trauma and related issues listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and focused on everyday problems. Sessions emphasize clear steps, coping skills, and improved daily functioning.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has over 15 years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Illinois.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers