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Kenneth Markovic

Compassionate, practical therapy grounded in CBT

LCSW Illinois

Experience
14 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Grief
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy
Languages
English
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About Kenneth

Kenneth Markovic is an LCSW practicing in Illinois who centers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside relational and client-focused methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, and self-esteem concerns.

Background and approach

He brings 14 years of clinical experience that includes therapy, case management, and school social work, and he frames care around clients' strengths and personal expertise in their own stories. His practice blends CBT with attachment-focused and client-centered techniques to address issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, avoidant personality patterns, body image struggles, and caregiver stress.

He also supports people facing chronic pain, codependency, communication problems, mood and dissociation challenges, substance use, eating-related concerns, family conflict, and life changes like divorce and separation. Markovic emphasizes collaborative work, helping clients identify goals and practical coping strategies while honoring individual values and lived experience.

He positions therapy as a process of empowerment, guiding clients through change with clinical skills developed over more than a decade in diverse settings.

Combining evidence-based approaches with flexible online care

Kenneth often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and build practical coping skills. He also draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore relational patterns and how early bonds influence current relationships and emotional responding, useful for abandonment, attachment, and communication concerns. Client-Centered Therapy is another influence, focusing on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients' values and perspectives guide the work.

Deciding which approach to use is part of the therapeutic process. He collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their goals, preferences, and lived experience, adjusting techniques over time as needs evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to engage in therapy from different locations and at varied times. These formats can make it easier to maintain consistent care, practice new skills between sessions, and find a rhythm that fits day-to-day life while working with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Kenneth focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, and low self-esteem, and also addresses related areas like attachment issues, body image, codependency, and family problems.
What therapeutic style does he use in sessions?
He uses a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with attachment-based and client-centered approaches, sometimes incorporating DBT and existential perspectives to match client needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 14 years of professional experience that includes clinical therapy, case management, and school social work.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds an LCSW and is licensed in Illinois under IL LCSW 149029020.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are provided in English only and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for therapy?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefAnger managementSelf esteem

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Illinois

Languages

English