I am a clinical social worker licensed in Illinois with extensive experience providing support to those going through many of life's challenges. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief/loss, aging, health changes, life-limiting illness, and those facing any of the many tough decisions we work through in life.
My philosophy is to create a safe supportive space in which we may together explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences; sort through ambivalence; and make concrete action plans. I believe each person is the expert of their experience and that my role is to support you to explore, identify, and choose your path. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and solutions-focused therapies as well as motivational interviewing. I will tailor our sessions based on your unique situations, skills, and strengths.
I commend you for taking the first step toward seeking change and I look forward to supporting you!
Schedule:
Weekdays: 6-8am; 5-7pm
Weekends: scattered availability
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Sleeping disorders, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Co-morbidity, Divorce and separation, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hearing Impaired, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Military and Veterans Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
IN LCSW 34011029A
IL LCSW 149023828
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Carly is a great therapist. She understands my issues, explores different ways to address my concerns, and is kind and understanding. She makes space for me to share my feelings and thought.
Written on Mar 31, 2024 after therapy with Carly for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Carly is attentive and knowledgeable. I feel extremely comfortable sharing and discussing my concerns with her. She shares wonderful insights that I find very helpful! Carly is the best.
Written on Mar 14, 2024 after therapy with Carly for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, and sleeping disorders
Carly has been incredibly helpful. She is very knowledgeable, understanding, but also is willing to challenge me. I highly recommend her.
Written on Jan 29, 2024 after therapy with Carly for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
This is my first experience with therapy and it’s been great. I thought it might be awkward but she has made me so comfortable. She also has me thinking about a variety of different things going on in my life which may be impacting how I feel and how I react. I really enjoy working with Carly!
Written on Nov 14, 2023 after therapy with Carly for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders
Talking with her has changed my life, it is the first time I've been able to open up and truly deal with my trauma.
Written on Sep 04, 2023 after therapy with Carly for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Carly Lusk is a very patient, considerate and helpful therapist. She makes you feel comfortable during your sessions and she listens and responds with helpful feedback. I feel like I can freely open up with her. I highly recomend her.
Written on Aug 23, 2023 after therapy with Carly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes