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I am a mental health therapist licensed in Illinois with over 8 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including PTSD, Veterans, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, trauma focused, mindfulness, psychodynamic and acceptance and commitment therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial Personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant Personality, BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Chronic pain illness and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality Disorders, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic Brain Injury, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
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Addison has always been a positive force in guiding me along my journey. From a devastating breakup to a crushing cancer diagnosis of my dad, he has helped me weather this storm we call life. My eternal thanks and undying gratitude!
Written on Mar 15, 2024 after therapy with Addison for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
Addison rocks!!!
Written on Mar 03, 2024 after therapy with Addison for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, anger management, and adhd
Addison is a consummate professional. Has always been patient with my rants, yet stern enough to call me on my “nonsense”. I appreciate his input and always look forward to hear his point of view and direction on what’s going on in my world
Written on Feb 27, 2024 after therapy with Addison for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and anger management
Addison is patient, which anyone who knows me, knows just how much that is saying. He listens carefully and responds thoughtfully. He's supportive and he also helps keep me accountable for the work I need to do.
Written on Feb 22, 2024 after therapy with Addison for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
He listens well. He helps me to reframe my perspective and provides tools.
Written on Feb 21, 2024 after therapy with Addison for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Best therapist you can ask for.
Written on Feb 21, 2024 after therapy with Addison for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Addison is awesome, he keeps it real with you and I think that’s awesome! Though I just started with Addison he’s been able to help me see that I’ve had the answers to some of the questions I’ve had and helped me realize so of the areas I need to focus more on like it’s ok to put yourself first it’s not narcissistic despite what others my tell you or try to get you to believe, it’s necessary because if you can’t take care of yourself then how can you take care of someone else. So thank you Addison I look forward to continuing this journey with you, you are an amazing person and I’m grateful that I matched with you!
Written on Feb 14, 2024 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Mr. Addison is the best !
Written on Feb 14, 2024 after therapy with Addison for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
I have been working with Addison Jackson for a year now and I can’t explain how much he has helped me improve my life and myself. With his support, understanding, listening, feedback and encouragement I have become a better version of myself and have learned to accept and understand the things that I can and cannot control. I’m beyond grateful to have such a great therapist.
Written on Jan 16, 2024 after therapy with Addison for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very helpful and empathetic
Written on Jan 07, 2024 after therapy with Addison for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety
He is a great Therapist who will work with you through what ever you going through. But you must be patience with yourself n be willing to heal from whatever trauma you been through.
Written on Dec 30, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Addison is extremely helpful, understanding, and patient.
Written on Dec 15, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Addison has a great way of helping me with the challenges I have and also quickly builds a level of trust that enables me to explore painful and deep rooted issues.
Written on Dec 12, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and anger management
Addison is an amazing therapist! He is very patient, lively, and you really feel like he care about your well being and for you to be a better you.
Written on Dec 04, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
I appreciate how comfortable and safe Addison has made our space for me. He listens to me when I ramble and helps me sort through the mess.
Written on Nov 17, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and adhd
I've had a lot of different counselors in my life. Addison is by far the best. He respects and listens to me. I have grown as a person and I have become more in touch with my emotions since starting with him.
Written on Jul 28, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and adhd
professional, yet fun to chat with. It's feels more like talking to a friend who is a therapist than just a stranger with a degree, and I love that about him.
Written on Jul 01, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
The best down to earth therapist, that can truly appreciate a person for who they are. Addison's help is evident in the long run, and will always make time for his clients.
Written on May 23, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Addison has a very warm and direct style, which often leaves me smiling after he calls me out, which is exactly what I need in a therapist.
Written on May 10, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 4 months on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Addison helped me out to understand some marital conflict and how to get in touch with what I want for my own happiness. He was very personable, and I could tell he was taking notes to think about what I need and how he could leverage his expertise to help me.
Written on Mar 23, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 3 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue
Addison has literally been my true life-saver. After multiple fails in finding and keeping a regular therapist through my health system, I stumbled upon Addison in betterhelp. He goes straight to the point on my concerns and uses his expertise to help me heal. I have slowly healing thanks to Addison.
Written on Mar 13, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Addison is great!! I paid for therapy weeks before I started because I was so afraid of my first session. Addison reached out before our first session and it made that anxiety dissipate. I have seen so many improvements since we started our sessions and I am grateful Addison is my therapist!
Written on Mar 12, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 2 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Addison has been exactly the therapist I was longing for: great listener, open-minded, knowledgable, resourceful, easy-going, not easily offended, future-minded, not conservative, not religious, LGBTQ-friendly, not biased... So many reasons to love him and respect him.
He's helped me to see day-today events in a more peaceful and enlightening way, which used to be chaotic and overwhelming for me before. I've developed skills to face those events in a much healthier way. Today I can proudly say I can go on with my life without weekly therapy sessions. I will come back for sure, but knowing that I feel ready, at peace, confident, positive, and whole... really does mean a lot.
Thank you Addison for being fantastic! I'm truly proud of us.
Written on Mar 03, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Addison is very understanding
Written on Feb 23, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
fantastic man, super empathetic and extremely down to earth. He listens intently and gives life changing advice
Written on Jan 21, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
He is amazing . He cares, he is open, honest and very calming to me.
I thank him for speaking to me and aiding me in my time of need.
Written on Jan 02, 2023 after therapy with Addison for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and sleeping disorders
Addison has a special way to communicate, when talking with him, I like his energy and understanding, I wish the time with him was longer sessions. All around professional!
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
Addison is the best. Super understanding and really gives you the tools necessary to help yourself. I would 10 out of 10 recommend him to anyone.
Written on Dec 15, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coa
First day, and Addison said things that were eye openers so I’m looking forward to our future sesssions.
Written on Dec 06, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Addison is a compassionate and caring human, he not only listens to my needs, he finds way to help me talk about the important “forbidden” topics without asking. The way he structures the conversations feels natural, warm, and inviting like talking to a long time friend, but still helping me navigate my path of pain and trauma. Nothing ever feels forced and I am always excited to talk to him and feel like I walk away with knowledge I didn’t have before.
Definitely recommend Addison and couldn’t be happier finding him.
Written on Dec 05, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, anger management, coaching, and compassion fatigue
He genuinely wanted to help me, which is an amazing trait as a therapist. I really believe he is a great therapist, and is highly recommended.
Written on Dec 04, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
I’ve been through so many therapists over the years & Addison is by far the best therapist I’ve ever had. It’s hard finding men who truly understand LGBTQIA+ struggles & Addison always created a safe space for me with no judgment. I could not recommend him enough
Written on Nov 12, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
as a first time user of better help, my experience is pretty good! i feel seen and appreciated when talking to Addison about the way i see myself as a trans person and when coping with life’s challenges, i’m grateful to know i’m never alone and that my feelings are valid. my mental health as an ethnic minority has often been subconsciously glossed over with past therapy experiences, but Addison is a true confidant when it comes to those things i feel mostly.
Written on Nov 10, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Amazing individual to work with! Adjusts his manner and tone to how you are feeling while staying on topic and keeping you comfortable and on track. He is able to describe things in ways that help you understand WHY you are feeling how you are feeling and HOW to deal with them. Could not recommend him enough.
Written on Nov 09, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, anger management, and adhd
Addison is great about helping me work through the issues I’ve been having and extremely supportive.
Written on Oct 24, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and relationship issues
My experience with Addison has been amazing. He treats me very well with respect, compassion, and love. I would recommend Addison to anyone who is seeking therapy. He will go out of his way and help you, and he will even treat you like you're his family.
Written on Oct 13, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Addison is very easy to open to. He embraces you as part of his family, jokes around and laughs all while providing great insight from his years of experience. I highly recommend Addison.
Written on Oct 06, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Wonderful individual to bounce ideas off and express concerns! ☺️
Written on Sep 18, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Very friendly, understanding and professional in his approach
Written on Jul 30, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and sleeping disorders
Addison is the loveliest therapist I’ve ever had- he’s super sweet and understanding, he really helps me to break down my problems and realise I just gotta take a step back, chill out, breathe and let it flow. He’s really supportive, attentive and asks important and helpful questions- he is without a doubt a good, honest, genuine and empathetic person. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him as a therapist and/ or friend. Such a sweet and funny guy. I’m glad the universe had our paths align. I’m looking forward! - for the future of my journey and alongside having Addison as part of my support group to help guide me, teach me, listen to me and watch me blossom and bloom into all of who I am and my potential. Thank you Better help and most importantly thank you Addison!
Written on Jul 15, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
He is incredibly kind and understanding and is very knowledgeable on any subject I have questions about he is fantastic
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
I've been working with Addison for a month now. At first I was very nervous because of my previous negative experiences with therapy. I let him know my concerns early on and he took them into account right away. He's been helping me make huge strides in my mental health and my personal life. I've started to look forward to our therapy sessions and even to prepare beforehand to get the most out of it. I'm so grateful to have been matched with him and I'm looking forward to the growth he will help facilitate in the future.
Written on Jul 09, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
I feel heard and validated during my sessions with Addisons. I’ve learned a lot about myself so far and I’m looking forward to more sessions.
Written on Jun 28, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
I didn't know what I even needed.
Addison helps me remember. While I do not recommend my own lifestyle and path to anyone else, I absolutely trust that Addison is helping me more than I can express in any known language. (Even including dead languages--yes, even Latin.)
Written on Jun 25, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Addison is truly engaging, hopeful, optimistic, positive, and truly someone who cares about what he does, and thanking God for him and his help on this crazy journey called life. An awesome man to say the least.
Written on Jun 14, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Addison is a great communicator and I feel comfortable sharing. I am glad to have someone that listens and also challenges me to be a better person in general.
Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Addison has seriously open my eyes to a whole new me! A person who isn't alone but can stand on her own 2 feet. He is respectful and funny caring and humble. I honestly couldn't ask for a better therapist to paired with! I was extremely skeptical at first but they really hit this one out of the park.
Written on May 18, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
The space Addison allows for you to be yourself is always safe,inviting and nonjudgmental. I look forward to our sessions because he always keeps it real and with a smile,he helps me to get out of my own way. Extremely grateful to have been matched with such a phenomenal therapist on the first try. Addison is such an amazing person and highly recommended in my book!
Written on May 18, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Mr Jackson is very professional and thoughtful in his approach when it comes to assisting me with my mental health.
Written on Apr 22, 2022 after therapy with Addison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
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