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Dr. Cindy Cook

Dr. Cindy Cook

LCSW

Therapist · Illinois · 23+ years of experience

Therapist focused on practical change

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  • Warm interactive style
  • Goal oriented
  • 23 years experience

About Cindy

Dr. Cindy Cook is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 23 years of experience. She helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by anger, stress, anxiety, depression, or difficult life changes. Her manner is warm and interactive, and she aims to meet people where they are.

She uses practical conversations to identify what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on clear goals and small steps that build stronger daily habits. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps with thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Client-Centered Therapy creates space for people to be heard and understood.

Dr. Cook also draws on Emotionally-Focused and Narrative approaches when feelings or personal stories need closer attention. That can help people untangle painful memories or rebuild trust in how they understand themselves. Solution-Focused ideas are used to spot quick, useful changes that make day-to-day life easier.

She has worked with a wide range of concerns, including trauma, addictions, parenting stress, ADHD, intimacy issues, grief, and relationship difficulties. Her background includes supporting people through major transitions like divorce, caregiver stress, and midlife challenges.

In sessions she listens for strengths and builds on what already works. The aim is practical change you can notice between appointments. If someone is ready to take a step toward feeling differently, she offers steady support and clear next steps.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Narrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

23+ years

Credentials

Illinois

Languages

English

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and empathy to help people feel understood. Online sessions can replicate that by focusing conversation on the person's concerns and reflecting feelings back to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior; it often uses specific exercises and homework to build different patterns between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Dr. Cook will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. If emotions or personal stories need attention, she may bring in emotionally-focused or narrative techniques alongside practical CBT tools.

Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy lives by reducing travel time, making scheduling easier, and allowing for shorter or more frequent check-ins when needed. Online meetings can also make it simpler to keep momentum between appointments through targeted exercises and planning that carry into daily routines.

At a glance

Listed location
Illinois
Experience
23+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Illinois)
LCSW · No. 149.010301
NPI
1629663711

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with a wide range of issues including anger, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, ADHD, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting and grief.

What is her therapeutic approach like?

The style is warm and interactive with a focus on clear goals and practical steps. She blends Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Emotionally-Focused, Narrative, and Solution-Focused methods depending on need.

How much experience does she have?

She has 23 years of clinical experience working with a variety of concerns and life transitions.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Illinois.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not work with international clients at this time.

How does pricing and payment work?

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

How do I begin a session with this therapist?

Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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