Prof. Alwin Abraham, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW for trauma and relationships
- Trauma informed care
- EMDR trained
- Multilingual therapist
About Prof. Alwin Abraham
Prof. Alwin Abraham is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois with 10 years of professional experience. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a credential that indicates advanced training in clinical social work and therapeutic practice. He is EMDR trained and offers EMDR therapy through a separate private practice.
In clinical work he draws on supportive counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-focused CBT to address a broad range of concerns. He has helped people navigate stress and anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, and many co-occurring issues. His practice also addresses intimacy-related struggles, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and caregiver stress, attention challenges, bipolar disorder, and coping with major life changes.
Prof. Abraham approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to fit unique needs and goals. He offers services in English, Malayalam, and Tamil, and works collaboratively with clients to identify practical strategies and healing pathways that align with their values. Taking the first step toward greater well-being often takes courage, and he frames his role as a supportive partner in that process.
In clinical work he draws on supportive counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-focused CBT to address a broad range of concerns. He has helped people navigate stress and anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, and many co-occurring issues. His practice also addresses intimacy-related struggles, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and caregiver stress, attention challenges, bipolar disorder, and coping with major life changes.
Prof. Abraham approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to fit unique needs and goals. He offers services in English, Malayalam, and Tamil, and works collaboratively with clients to identify practical strategies and healing pathways that align with their values. Taking the first step toward greater well-being often takes courage, and he frames his role as a supportive partner in that process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Prof. Alwin Abraham have?
Prof. Alwin Abraham has 10 years of professional experience.
Is Prof. Alwin Abraham a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW. License details: IL LCSW 149.020226, NM LCSW SWB-2024-1118.
In which languages does Prof. Alwin Abraham provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English, Malayalam, and Tamil.
Where is Prof. Alwin Abraham located?
He is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Prof. Alwin Abraham as my therapist?
You can work with Prof. Alwin Abraham through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Prof. Alwin Abraham work with international clients?
Yes, Prof. Alwin Abraham works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Prof. Alwin Abraham cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape present-day patterns of connection and emotion. It helps people explore how attachment needs and fears affect current relationships and supports building more secure ways of relating.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client’s perspective and promotes growth through empathy, active listening, and unconditional positive regard. This approach is useful for people seeking a respectful, nonjudgmental space to clarify values, increase self-understanding, and make meaningful changes.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical and skills-oriented, often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and problem-solving in everyday life.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. A licensed professional will work collaboratively with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then adapt methods so therapy fits the client rather than forcing a single model.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and other responsibilities, and allow people to engage with therapists from different locations while maintaining continuity of care.
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