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Doriece Choy, LCSW

Strengths-based LCSW focused on practical hope
  • Strengths-based support
  • Collaborative care
  • Flexible sessions

About Doriece Choy

Doriece Choy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 13 years of experience providing therapy. She brings a realistic, strengths-based style that emphasizes building confidence and practical skills. Doriece believes every life has value and that hope is possible even during difficult seasons, and she centers her work on supporting people as they identify and use their strengths to move forward.

She prefers to work collaboratively, sitting alongside clients as they explore thoughts and feelings on a week-to-week basis. That collaborative stance helps people feel heard, supported, and understood, which Doriece sees as the foundation for forming healthier habits and navigating life transitions. As an LCSW - a clinical social work credential that indicates advanced training in therapeutic practice - she blends empathy with structured guidance to help clients set attainable goals and build resilience.

Doriece aims to provide steady, practical support so individuals can address immediate concerns while developing long-term coping strategies. Her approach balances validation with actionable steps, helping people gain clarity, strengthen self-worth, and work through challenging circumstances at a pace that fits their needs.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Doriece Choy have?

Doriece Choy has 13 years of experience in clinical practice.

Is Doriece Choy a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: IL LCSW 149022706, IN LCSW 34006742A.

In which languages does Doriece Choy provide therapy?

Doriece Choy provides therapy in English.

Where is Doriece Choy located?

Doriece Choy is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Doriece Choy as my therapist?

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

Does Doriece Choy work with international clients?

Yes, Doriece Choy works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Doriece Choy 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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 Adapted for Online Care

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns in close relationships. Online sessions using this approach help people explore attachment needs and work toward more secure ways of relating, which can be useful for relationship struggles, abandonment concerns, and family-of-origin issues.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, giving people space to lead the conversation while the therapist reflects and supports their personal growth. This approach is often helpful for building self-esteem, gaining clarity during life changes, and strengthening coping skills.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and offers practical strategies to shift unhelpful patterns. When adapted to remote sessions, CBT can support symptom-focused work such as managing anxiety, depression, or stress through structured exercises and goal-setting.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Doriece works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify which methods fit a person’s goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and she adjusts the plan as needs evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing people to access therapy from home, work, or while traveling. This variety of formats makes it easier to maintain continuity of care around busy schedules and changing life demands, while still engaging in meaningful therapeutic work with a trained therapist.

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