Derron Johnson

Derron Johnson, LCPC, works with individuals, couples, and families from his Illinois practice to address a range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship conflict. He combines a background in psychology with practical counseling skills to help people gain clearer insight into their patterns and develop coping strategies tailored to their circumstances. Derron is a certified trauma-informed clinician trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy, and he also integrates approaches from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy where appropriate.

Derron emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and unconditional acceptance as cornerstones of his work. He describes therapy as a partnership in which he helps clients uncover difficult emotions, process experiences, and explore meaningful change. His practice includes attention to concerns such as attachment and commitment issues, dissociation, substance and process addictions, self-harm, and family of origin struggles. Derron aims to create a clarifying environment that supports the development of insight and practical skills, helping people move toward the life they wish to build.