Theresa Ewing

Theresa Ewing is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois who helps people facing grief, caregiver stress, end-of-life concerns, and major life changes. She supports clients dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, and struggles with self-esteem and purpose. Theresa draws on practical, evidence-informed methods to help people move forward one step at a time.

Theresa brings four years of clinical practice and over nine years working in healthcare settings. That background shaped her focus on caregiver support, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and the needs of people touched by cancer, aging, or family transitions. She approaches difficult topics with straightforward care and respect.

In sessions she helps people set clear goals and break those goals into manageable steps. Conversations are direct and practical, with tools to manage stress, anger, and feelings of isolation. Theresa uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to teach coping skills and to reframe thoughts that get in the way of progress.

She works collaboratively, tailoring plans to each person’s situation and pace. Theresa emphasizes learning skills people can use between meetings, such as emotion regulation and problem-solving strategies. She also focuses on restoring self-compassion and rebuilding daily routines when life feels overwhelming.

If someone wants to begin, the usual next step is a short matching questionnaire and scheduling through the site. Sessions follow a plan agreed on together, and Theresa helps people track small wins as they work toward bigger changes.

How CBT and DBT translate to online sessions

Theresa uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. That approach teaches practical exercises you can do between meetings to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and tackle specific problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy focuses on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT skills are helpful when emotions feel overwhelming or relationships are strained, and they lend themselves to step-by-step practice.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Theresa will talk with each person about goals, symptoms, and what feels most useful. Together they choose techniques to try and adjust the plan as progress is made, keeping the process collaborative and goal-oriented.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and provide a consistent space for regular check-ins. It also allows using worksheets and skill-practice between meetings, which supports the CBT and DBT work done in sessions.