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Zachary Karr, LCSW

  • Experience6 years
  • LocationIllinois
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Zachary

Zachary Karr is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Illinois who offers a relaxed, down-to-earth approach to therapy.

Background and approach

With six years of post-graduate clinical experience and more than a decade working in mental health across three states, he brings practical knowledge helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, depression, and ADHD among other concerns. He aims to create a nonjudgmental space where clients can speak frankly and explore realistic strategies for change.

His style emphasizes being approachable and adaptable rather than overly formal. Zachary blends evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness with client-centered listening and psychodynamic exploration to tailor sessions to individual needs.

Outside of his clinical work he enjoys hiking, camping, and trying new hobbies, and in the winter he relaxes with books, shows, or video games. Those seeking a therapist who pairs practical tools with a warm, informal manner may find his perspective a good fit.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care



Zachary often uses cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices as foundations for online work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. Mindfulness therapy trains attention and acceptance skills to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, helpful for stress, trauma-related symptoms, and ongoing worry.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He partners with clients to assess goals, preferences, and strengths, and then adapts methods over time so the work fits each person's needs rather than forcing a single model onto every case.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility around work, family, and location. These formats allow clients to access therapy from home or elsewhere, maintain continuity during life transitions, and choose the communication style that best supports their participation and progress.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does Zachary commonly address?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related problems, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, ADHD, grief, and self-esteem concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is laid-back and client-centered, combining practical strategies with empathetic listening to create an environment where clients can be themselves and work toward meaningful change.
What is his professional background and experience?
Zachary has six years of post-graduate clinical experience and over a decade in the mental health field, having worked in three different states and with a broad range of populations.
What credentials and location information are on file?
He holds the credential LCSW and is licensed in Illinois under IL LCSW 149029648.
Does he provide services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions available?
Appointments can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference and availability.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Illinois

Languages

English