About

Christopher "Chris" Dueker, LCPC, brings 18 years of clinical experience to work with individuals, couples, and families facing a wide range of concerns. He assists people coping with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, mood concerns, and relationship challenges. His practice emphasizes practical skills and thoughtful reflection to help people manage emotions and respond to life changes.

He uses training in cognitive and emotional approaches to help clients address patterns that interfere with well being. Much of his work focuses on improving communication, resolving conflict, and shifting repetitive negative thinking through structured skill-building and collaborative problem solving. He also supports those navigating grief, parenting struggles, intimacy matters, and issues related to identity and life transitions.

In addition to core specialties, he attends to related difficulties such as attachment wounds, abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, caregiver stress, and substance use concerns. Prospective clients will find an emphasis on developing healthier behaviors, clearer communication, and practical tools to handle everyday challenges while exploring underlying relational and emotional patterns.

Location:
Illinois, United States
Years Experience:
18
Gender:
Male
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Depression
Other areas of experience: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: IL LCPC 180.005614
  • NPI Number: 1730329236
  • License: LCPC (Illinois)

Remote therapy with evidence-informed approaches

Christopher Dueker offers remote sessions that combine structured skill work and emotion-focused exploration. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, teaching clear strategies for managing symptoms and setting achievable goals. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas are woven in to help clients clarify values and take committed action in areas that matter to them. For relationship and attachment concerns, he uses Attachment-Based Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy techniques to explore patterns of connection and increase emotional understanding between partners or within family dynamics. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are available when emotional regulation and distress tolerance are priorities. Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Those who prefer a mix of structured exercises and reflective conversation may find his approach a collaborative match, with options to discuss goals, practice new skills, and adjust the plan together as work progresses.

How much clinical experience does he have?

Christopher Dueker has 18 years of clinical experience.

What are his professional credentials?

He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC); license: IL LCPC 180.005614.

Which languages does he use in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Where is he based?

He practices in Illinois.

How can clients work with him remotely?

Remote options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does he accept international clients?

No. This profile indicates he is not accepting international clients.

What does therapy cost?

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

How do I get started?

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