About
- Solution-focused methods
- CBT and DBT skills
- Military and corrections experience
About Todd
Todd Nelson is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 30 years of experience in mental health. He works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting strain, relationship distress, trauma and sleep problems. He also addresses mood issues including bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive concerns, and workplace stress.
Nelson draws on a person-centered stance in sessions. He favors straightforward conversation over technical language. He aims to help people identify practical steps they can take to feel steadier at home and at work. Sessions tend to focus on what is useful now and how to move forward.
He regularly uses solution-focused techniques to set manageable goals and measure small changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used to help people notice unhelpful thinking patterns and test new behaviors. He also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills when emotional regulation and distress tolerance are priorities.
Todd's background includes time in the military and work in outpatient and inpatient settings, plus experience in corrections. That range has shaped a pragmatic style that leans toward clear strategies and real-world problems. He keeps examples plain and actionable so busy adults can try them between sessions.
Outside of practice he enjoys motorcycling and woodworking. He lives in Central Illinois and conducts work in English. Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling steps via the site controls.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Todd commonly uses Client-Centered work and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions. Client-Centered work focuses on listening and reflecting so people can clarify what matters most to them; it helps when someone needs to sort through feelings or decide priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy breaks down how thoughts, feelings and actions connect and offers step-by-step techniques to test new ways of thinking and behaving; it is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems and mood concerns.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the early work together. He will discuss goals, preferences and what techniques fit the person's situation. That means deciding together whether to focus more on skill-building, short-term solutions, or emotional processing at any given time.
Session formats are not listed here, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule brief check-ins, avoid travel time, or fit workday appointments into a lunch break. They also allow repeated practice of CBT and DBT skills between meetings, and can help people apply strategies directly to everyday routines without changing their schedule dramatically.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting strain, relationship issues, trauma and sleep problems, among other mood and coping concerns.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a person-centered, solution-focused approach with plain language and practical steps rather than technical terms.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 30 years of experience in the mental health field, including military service, outpatient and inpatient work, and corrections.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LCPC licensed in Illinois and practices from that state.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients currently.
Which session formats are available?
Current session formats are not specified here; please confirm the exact session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
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