Cassandra Laskowski, LCPC
About me
As a licensed therapist in Illinois with over three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life challenges. My practice centers on creating a compassionate, affirming space for those exploring identity, relationships, and personal growth. I have extensive expertise in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, addressing trauma, managing anxiety, and helping clients work through life transitions.
My approach is deeply empathetic and tailored to each person's unique journey. I focus on helping clients develop self-love, improve communication, overcome social anxiety, and heal from past experiences. Whether you're struggling with relationship dynamics, exploring sexuality, managing mood challenges, or seeking support through significant life changes, I'm committed to walking alongside you with understanding and professional guidance.
I bring a liberal, non-judgmental perspective to therapy, creating a safe environment where you can explore your authentic self. My goal is to help you build resilience, develop meaningful coping strategies, and move towards a more fulfilling life.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
License information
IL LCPC 180.003291
Reviews
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Casey has been a Godsend. She challenges me but in a gentle way.
Written on Aug 01, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and career difficulties
Very helpful! Listens and gives good advice! Helps to find the best way for you to work through things!
Written on May 07, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Cassie is one of the best therapist I have every had. She is empathetic, witty, and a great listener. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a good ear and great guidance.
Written on Jun 24, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I think that the survey answered all questions that needed to be answered,
Written on Oct 17, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Casie is an amazing listener and is kind in her approach. I appreciate how she cheers me on in my progress.
Written on Oct 03, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Cassandra listens and understands but does not judge. She points out unhelpful thought patterns as they come out of my mouth. She is a great help to me.
Written on Sep 17, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd