LCSW
Lydia Schatzel, LCSW
- Experience12 years
- LocationIllinois
- Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
- Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Lydia
Lydia Schatzel is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois who brings 12 years of experience to her work.
Background and approach
She emphasizes building a strong, respectful rapport so clients can engage in meaningful change; she blends several evidence-informed methods including cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques alongside motivational interviewing and client-centered, solution-focused work. Lydia frames therapy as a collaborative process and adapts treatment plans to the individual needs and goals each person presents.
Her background includes roles as a crisis worker and care coordinator as well as therapist, giving her experience with a wide range of concerns from mood disorders and trauma to substance use and relationship difficulties. Lydia offers practical coping skills and supportive guidance aimed at helping people navigate life transitions and regain a sense of capability.
She approaches clients with compassion and tailors conversations and strategies to suit specific situations, including areas such as grief, intimacy issues, attention differences, and stress-related problems.
Therapeutic approaches and what online sessions offer
Client-centered therapy centers the person's own goals and perspectives, encouraging an accepting, respectful atmosphere where the therapist listens carefully and adapts the pace and focus to the client's needs. This approach is helpful for building trust and clarifying what change would feel like for the individual.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to distress and teaching practical skills to shift those patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and other mood or behavior concerns and emphasizes concrete tools for coping and problem solving.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work; Lydia collaborates with clients to determine which methods or combination of methods best align with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. That process may involve trying different strategies and adjusting course based on what is most effective for the client.
Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so clients can engage in care from different locations and at times that fit their routines. These formats can make it easier to maintain consistency, integrate learned skills into daily life, and access a licensed professional without needing to travel to an office.
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Experience
12+ years
Licensed
Illinois
Languages
English
What Lydia can help with
Lydia Schatzel works with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, and ADHD.
How Lydia approaches therapy
Lydia's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Experience and training
Lydia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Illinois.