About Cicely
Cicely Johnson is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, and self-esteem concerns. She supports those facing career challenges and difficult life changes. Cicely speaks English and practices in Illinois as an LCSW.
She keeps sessions straightforward and practical. Cicely treats work stress, caregiver burdens, communication problems, and issues around body image and self-love. She also addresses forgiveness, life purpose, midlife transitions, women's issues, and workplace concerns.
How Cicely works
Cicely views each person as the expert in their own story. She looks for strengths clients already have and builds on them. In sessions she listens, asks focused questions, and helps people try small, doable steps toward change.
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. Cicely stays calm and direct while helping people sort priorities and set realistic goals. She helps clients break big problems into smaller tasks and track progress over time.
With seven years of experience as an LCSW, Cicely blends practical tools with steady support. People come to her when they need coping strategies, clearer communication, or help moving through a life transition. She guides each person toward solutions that fit their life and values.
What Cicely works with
The areas below are the ones Cicely selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
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Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 7 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Illinois |
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Online support options
Approaches that guide online work and practical benefits
Brief descriptions of common evidence-based techniques Cicely uses help explain what to expect. Cognitive approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and boost confidence. Behavioral techniques encourage small, achievable experiments and routine changes to improve coping with stress and workplace demands.Finding the best approach is part of the work together. Cicely collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and day-to-day life. She adjusts strategies over time based on what is most helpful and realistic for the client.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and shared visual cues. Phone sessions can fit into a lunch break or require less bandwidth. Live chat and text-based messaging support shorter check-ins, journaling between sessions, or ongoing encouragement. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, and other commitments.
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