Douglas DeRhodes, LCSW
Collaborative LCSW supporting life changes
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and grief
- Relationship and family issues
About Douglas DeRhodes
Douglas DeRhodes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker) who provides individualized treatment that builds on each person's strengths, resources, wisdom, and goals. He works in a collaborative, warm, and interactive style, engaging clients across the lifespan from children to adults to address a wide range of concerns.
He specializes in the care of anxiety and depression, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, major life transitions, grief and loss, identity development, self-esteem difficulties, coping with medical illnesses, dual diagnosis involving substance use and co-occurring psychiatric disorders, mindful living, and the cultivation of self-compassion. Using a strength-based framework, he helps people recognize their inner resources and apply them toward meaningful, lasting change.
DeRhodes emphasizes the importance of a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, acceptance, and empathy, believing these elements are central to progress. In alignment with the view that mental and emotional health are as vital as physical health, he makes services available in a convenient and comfortable manner, with appointments offered seven days a week and early morning and late evening availability.
He specializes in the care of anxiety and depression, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, major life transitions, grief and loss, identity development, self-esteem difficulties, coping with medical illnesses, dual diagnosis involving substance use and co-occurring psychiatric disorders, mindful living, and the cultivation of self-compassion. Using a strength-based framework, he helps people recognize their inner resources and apply them toward meaningful, lasting change.
DeRhodes emphasizes the importance of a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, acceptance, and empathy, believing these elements are central to progress. In alignment with the view that mental and emotional health are as vital as physical health, he makes services available in a convenient and comfortable manner, with appointments offered seven days a week and early morning and late evening availability.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Douglas DeRhodes have?
Douglas DeRhodes has 14 years of experience.
Is Douglas DeRhodes a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: IL LCSW 149.013400.
In which languages does Douglas DeRhodes provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Douglas DeRhodes located?
He is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Douglas DeRhodes as my therapist?
You can work with Douglas DeRhodes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Douglas DeRhodes work with international clients?
Douglas DeRhodes does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Douglas DeRhodes 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 and Online Care
Douglas DeRhodes draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to support clients in online formats. ACT focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with their values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships rooted in early connections, helping people improve intimacy, trust, and family dynamics. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic relationship in which the therapist listens closely and helps clients find their own solutions, supporting self-esteem and identity development.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and DeRhodes works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on needs, goals, and preferences. He combines elements from different approaches as appropriate to tailor care for each situation.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations while preserving the relational focus of therapy.