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Zachary Karr
Experience
6 years
Based in
Illinois
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

Therapist · Illinois

Zachary Karr

LCSW

Practical, down-to-earth therapy for stress and relationships

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License and NPI on record

LCSW
Illinois · 149029648
NPI
1881291110

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  • Laid-back approach
  • Skills and insight
  • Goal focused

About Zachary

Zachary Karr is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on helping people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. He meets people where they are and aims to make sessions feel relaxed and straightforward. Zach uses plain language and a calm style so conversations stay practical and helpful.

He has six years of post-graduate experience as an LCSW and more than a decade working in mental health across three states. That background means he has worked in different settings and with many kinds of concerns. He draws on a range of approaches to match what each person needs.

In session he keeps things down-to-earth. He listens first, then works with clients to set small, manageable goals. He often blends client-centered listening with skills-based strategies and mindfulness practices to reduce stress and build steady habits.

People come to him for many issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, addiction, and self-esteem struggles. He also supports those dealing with parenting stress, grief, career decisions, ADHD, and intimacy-related issues. His additional focus areas include body image, codependency, communication problems, and navigating separation or divorce.

Outside of therapy he likes hiking, camping, and picking up new hobbies. In winter he unwinds with books, TV shows, or video games. That easygoing outlook shows up in his work, where the aim is steady progress rather than rushing change.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

Illinois

Languages

English

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space. It helps people who need to talk through feelings and clarify what matters to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect mood. It uses practical exercises and small behavior changes to reduce anxiety, depression, and stress-related patterns.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus. These techniques can help with overwhelm, grief, and managing strong emotions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to choose which methods to try based on their goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Adjustments are made as needed so the plan stays relevant.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the session options before booking to know which formats are offered. Many people find online work easier to fit into a busy life because it can reduce travel and allow more flexible scheduling. Online sessions can support consistent progress through focused skill practice, mindful exercises, and regular check-ins that fit into everyday routines.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Zachary commonly address?

He works with a wide range of issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related problems, trauma and abuse, addictions, self-esteem, grief, parenting strain, and career questions.

What is his general therapy style?

His style is relaxed and practical. Sessions focus on listening, setting manageable goals, and using straightforward techniques to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.

What experience does he bring to sessions?

He holds an Illinois LCSW and has six years of post-graduate clinical experience, plus over a decade in mental health roles across three states.

Where is he licensed and based?

He is licensed as an LCSW in Illinois and provides services from that state.

Which languages are supported for therapy?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He does not work with international clients at this time.

How are fees and payment handled?

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

How do I begin if I want to schedule?

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