- Person-centered care
- Solution-focused steps
- CBT and DBT tools
About Todd
Todd Nelson is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) based in Illinois. He draws on three decades of direct mental health work to help people manage stress, anxiety, sleep trouble, grief, depression, and changes in life. His voice is calm and straightforward, with an emphasis on practical steps rather than jargon.
He began his career after time in the Air Force and training in counseling. Early roles included on-call and outpatient therapy, work in an inpatient youth setting, and a long position as a mental health professional with the Illinois Department of Corrections. Those years shaped his steady, matter-of-fact style.
Todd favors person-centered and solution-focused ways of working. He also uses cognitive behavioral tools and dialectical behavior ideas when they fit. Internal Family Systems is another approach he draws on for understanding parts of a person and how they relate to one another.
Sessions tend to focus on clear, achievable steps and on helping the person find what works most in daily life. He talks through coping skills, sleep habits, managing strong emotions, and practical strategies for relationship or workplace strain. The goal is to help each person move toward better sleep, more stable mood, and clearer direction.
Outside of counseling he enjoys motorcycling and woodworking. Those interests often show up as simple metaphors in session when they help explain a point or spark an idea.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person as they describe their experience. In practice this means the therapist follows the person's lead, reflects what is said, and helps clarify goals and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change patterns that interfere with sleep, mood, or daily functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills that can reduce intense moments and improve day-to-day coping.Finding the right mix of these approaches is a shared process. The therapist will talk with the person about what feels most useful and try different strategies while checking in on progress. Sessions usually emphasize skills and steps the person can try between meetings so therapy feels grounded in real life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. For concerns like sleep, mood, or stress management, the focus is on usable strategies that fit the person's daily routine rather than on a particular delivery method.
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Experience
30+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
Todd helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, sleep difficulties, self-esteem and coping with life changes. He also works with concerns such as trauma, relationship strain, parenting stress, anger, and workplace issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a person-centered, laid-back approach that focuses on practical steps. He blends solution-focused thinking with cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior techniques when those fit the person's needs.
What is his professional background?
He has about 30 years of experience in the mental health field, including outpatient, inpatient youth care, and work with the Illinois Department of Corrections. He also served in the Air Force earlier in his career.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He holds an Illinois LCPC license and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can he see clients outside the United States?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.