LCSW

Carly Gelb , LCSW

Therapist in Illinois

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About Carly

Carly Gelb is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois who supports people working through internal barriers that keep them from living at their fullest potential. With eight years of clinical experience, she has worked with concerns such as depression, anxiety and panic disorder, substance use and addictions, stress and anger, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, bipolar concerns, ADHD, eating and sleeping difficulties, and related struggles.

Her practice centers on a non-judgmental, client-centered stance that places the client in the driver’s seat of their therapeutic work. Carly integrates creative and experiential tools into sessions, including art, guided meditation, worksheets, and journaling, and adapts methods to fit each person’s preferences. She aims to be an unbiased listener who helps clients uncover strengths and build practical skills for coping and growth. Those seeking supportive, collaborative therapy are invited to take a first step toward change with her guidance.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support from Carly Gelb

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, non-judgmental relationship where the client’s goals and perspectives guide the work. This approach helps people who want a collaborative space to explore feelings, identity, and interpersonal patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill-building, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-focused attention and gentle awareness practices like guided meditation and grounding techniques to reduce reactivity and build emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Carly works together with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative conversation helps shape a tailored plan that can evolve over time.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect with licensed professionals, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access regular support from wherever clients are located within the therapist’s service area.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Carly Gelb have?

Carly Gelb has eight years of experience.

Is Carly Gelb a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are IL LCSW 149.023733.

In which languages does Carly Gelb provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Carly Gelb located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Carly Gelb as my therapist?

Clients can work with Carly Gelb through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Carly Gelb work with international clients?

Carly Gelb does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Carly Gelb cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client’s location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the Start Therapy button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the Start Therapy button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with their therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Illinois

Languages

English

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