Dennis Dwyer helps people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or drained by things like addictions, relationship conflict, anxiety, or depression.
01About Dennis
Dennis Dwyer helps people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or drained by things like addictions, relationship conflict, anxiety, or depression. He speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps people can try between sessions. Dennis holds an IL LCPC credential and brings 25 years of professional experience to his work.
Dennis centers the conversation on each person's story and strengths. He treats clients as the expert on their life and helps them notice what already works.
Background and approach
Sessions often focus on small changes that add up over time, such as new ways to handle anger, improve sleep, or rebuild confidence. His approach mixes several familiar methods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts and actions connect.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify values and accept difficult feelings while taking meaningful steps. Dialectical Behavior Therapy provides practical skills for emotion regulation and managing stressful moments. Dennis also uses client-centered and Jungian ideas to listen closely and explore personal meaning.
He aims to create a calm space where people can talk honestly and try different strategies. Work can include developing coping plans for stress, practicing communication skills, or facing shame and guilt with more self-compassion. People seeking help with career strain, money worries, life transitions, or persistent low mood may find his style useful.
He supports parents who need practical coping tools and people wanting clearer goals in relationships or work. The focus is on steady, achievable progress rather than quick fixes.
02Credentials
- LCPC (Illinois)
- License 180.007255 · expires March 2027
- NPI
- 1942395470 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Dennis lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Body image
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Post-traumatic stress
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Methods Dennis names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
These are the methods Dennis names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Approaches that suit online work and real life
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name what matters to them and learn to move toward those values even when feelings are hard. It can be useful for depression, anxiety, and decisions about life direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it often helps with mood, anxiety, sleep, and anger. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships, which can be helpful for stress, anger, and interpersonal difficulty.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. That collaborative process guides whether ACT, CBT, DBT, or a blend of methods is used in sessions.
Online therapy makes it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. Video calls let people use face-to-face interaction without traveling. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging offer ongoing touchpoints and flexible ways to track progress between appointments. These options support continuity of care and make it simpler to try strategies in real time.
05Questions people ask
What kinds of problems does Dennis commonly help with?
He helps people facing addictions, relationship strain, anger, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, sleep problems, parenting stress, career concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is practical and collaborative, using clear tools and exercises from approaches like CBT, ACT, and DBT while listening closely to each person's story.
What background does he bring to sessions?
Dennis has 25 years of professional experience and focuses on helping clients build on their strengths and take concrete steps toward change.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He holds an IL LCPC credential and practices with a focus on people located in Illinois.
Are sessions available in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered for therapy?
Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different preferences and schedules.
How does cost and payment work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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