Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Samuel Abraham, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Grief
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149007189
- NPI
- 1063657260
- Experience
- 25 years
- Languages
- English, Malayalam
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Samuel 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
- Grief and loss
- Faith-informed option
About Samuel
Samuel Abraham is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with over 25 years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger, and coping with major life changes. He speaks English and Malayalam.
He combines clinical social work with experience from Christian pastoral ministry. That means he can offer a faith-informed option when clients prefer to include spiritual concerns alongside practical coping skills. He does not make medical claims; he helps people talk through feelings and practical problems.
In sessions he addresses family of origin issues, communication problems, caregiver stress, and family problems. He also works with concerns such as guilt and shame, forgiveness, isolation and loneliness, and social anxiety. He supports people facing hospice and end-of-life decisions and those dealing with midlife transitions and questions about life purpose.
Samuel aims to help people sort out immediate problems and build clearer ways to handle day-to-day stress. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques alongside pastoral perspectives when requested. Conversations tend to focus on concrete steps, coping strategies, and improved communication at home or work.
People who choose to work with him typically complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. International clients are not currently accepted.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based methods are used in online sessions
Samuel works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach is cognitive-based work that helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop clearer, more useful responses to stress and anxiety. This kind of work helps when worry, self-critical thoughts, or social anxiety get in the way of daily life.Another approach he uses is problem-focused coping and communication skill building. That involves role-playing conversations, practicing phrasing, and setting small behavioral goals to reduce conflict and improve family or caregiver interactions. These methods are useful for relationship tension, caregiver stress, and family of origin issues.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. Samuel will talk with clients about goals, preferences, and what feels workable. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan as needed based on progress and feedback.
Confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, shorten travel time, allow quicker check-ins during a workday break, and reduce the need to be on camera when that helps. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and communication practice to an online setting so therapy focuses on real-life changes.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English, Malayalam
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, family of origin problems, and social anxiety.
What is his therapeutic approach and style?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and can integrate pastoral counseling when clients prefer a faith-informed approach. Sessions emphasize practical coping skills and clearer communication.
How long has he been practicing clinically?
He has 25 years of professional clinical experience working in social work and pastoral settings.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Malayalam.
Can I work with him from another country?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided under his Illinois licensure.
How are sessions billed?
Sessions use a subscription model and the subscription can be canceled at any time. Exact costs vary with location.
What are the steps to begin sessions?
Start by selecting 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