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David Fox

LCSW

Helping people rebuild after trauma and life change

  • Goal oriented
  • Trauma informed
  • Practical steps

About David

David Fox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois who helps people cope with stress, anxiety, trauma, and a wide range of life challenges. He works with adults to address concerns such as relationship strain, grief, addiction, body image, and compassion fatigue. Sessions focus on understanding what happened and finding ways to move forward in daily life.

He spent much of his career helping people who have experienced trauma make sense of their story. That background shapes how he listens in sessions - careful attention to what each person chooses to share. He treats short-term challenges and longer patterns that affect mood, behavior, and relationships.

David uses clear, goal-focused methods. He draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify harmful thoughts and habits. He also uses solution-focused work to build practical steps toward change and to set achievable goals.

Together with each client he builds a plan that matches their needs and pace. He emphasizes collaboration, so people help shape the goals and tasks used in therapy. The aim is to restore the part of life that has been affected and to help people feel hopeful about day-to-day living.

He has three years of experience as a clinician and holds LCSW credentials in Illinois and Indiana. Sessions are conducted in English and are intended to be a straightforward place to sort through problems and try new ways of coping.

How David Uses CBT and Solution-Focused Work Online

David commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice the thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and then practice different ways of thinking and acting. CBT is practical and often involves small exercises between sessions to test new habits and beliefs.

He also uses solution-focused therapy, which zeroes in on what you want to change and the next small steps that move you toward that goal. This approach is useful for clear, achievable goals like improving sleep, reducing urges, or improving communication.

Deciding which approach to use is a team effort. The therapist will talk with the person about needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest methods to try. If something isn’t working, they adjust the plan together so the work fits the person’s life.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, require less travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can use goal-focused tools and homework that fit daily routines, making progress measurable and practical.

License and NPI

LCSW Illinois · No. 149020830
LCSW Indiana · No. 34012078A
LISW Iowa · No. 132994
NPI1780453860

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

Illinois, Indiana, Iowa

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does David commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and addiction as well as relationship issues, grief, body image, and caregiver stress.

What is his general approach to therapy?

Sessions combine listening with active problem solving using cognitive behavioral and solution-focused methods to set practical goals.

What is his clinical background?

He has three years of experience working with people who have experienced trauma and other life challenges.

What credentials and location apply to his practice?

He holds LCSW credentials in Illinois and Indiana and practices out of Illinois.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a session with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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