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Dennis Dwyer

Compassionate guidance for practical life change

LCPC Illinois

Experience
25 years in practice
Focus areas
Addictions, Relationship, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Dennis

Dennis Dwyer is an Illinois-licensed therapist with 25 years of clinical experience who focuses on helping people navigate challenges such as addictions, relationship strain, anger, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, stress, sleep difficulties, parenting concerns, and career transitions.

Background and approach

He emphasizes that clients carry important knowledge about their own lives and seeks to build on each person’s existing strengths to move toward greater wellbeing. Dennis frames change as a courageous step and works to create a supportive environment where clients can explore practical strategies and new perspectives.

His practice integrates evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), client-centered techniques, and Jungian ideas when appropriate.

Over a long career he has helped people address a wide range of related concerns such as body image, communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation, life purpose, financial stress, mood disorders, trauma-related symptoms, sexuality, social anxiety, and workplace problems.

Dennis aims to empower clients to identify goals, develop coping skills, and take manageable steps toward meaningful change.

Integrating practical approaches into online care

Many clients find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helpful for identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress; CBT focuses on practical skills and experiments that can reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy emphasizes clarifying personal values and learning to accept difficult internal experiences while committing to meaningful actions, which can be useful for coping with shame, loss, or life transitions. Client-centered therapy centers the person’s own perspective and strengths, offering empathetic understanding and collaboration to support self-directed growth.

Dennis treats finding the right approach as a collaborative process. He listens to each person’s goals and preferences, then blends methods and adjusts techniques as needed so therapy fits the individual’s needs rather than forcing a single model. This flexibility helps clients try concrete skills while remaining connected to their values and personal story.

Online formats available include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for those with busy schedules or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and access support from where the client is located, while allowing the therapist and client to focus on practical steps and goal progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Dennis commonly address?
Dennis works with issues including addictions, relationship problems, anger, low self-esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, sleep problems, parenting, career concerns, and coping with life changes, along with many related areas such as body image and trauma-related symptoms.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
He combines client-centered support with evidence-informed methods like CBT, ACT, and DBT to help clients build practical skills and clarify values while honoring their lived experience.
How much professional experience does he have?
Dennis brings 25 years of professional work experience to his practice, offering long-term clinical perspective across a wide range of concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds the LCPC credential and is licensed in Illinois with licence number IL LCPC 180.007255.
Can Dennis work with people outside the United States?
Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts therapy in English.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietySleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Body imageCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPost-traumatic stressSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Jungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Illinois

Languages

English