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Bryan Manion, LCPC

Experienced Illinois therapist for life transitions

  • Client-centered care
  • Practical CBT tools
  • Trauma and relationship work

About Bryan Manion

Bryan Manion is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) practicing in Illinois with 24 years of experience supporting people through complex emotional and life challenges. He blends compassion with clear clinical direction to tailor work to each person's unique needs, drawing on approaches that emphasize personal strengths, practical skills, and deeper understanding of emotional patterns.

Bryan's experience includes helping individuals manage depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and major life transitions. He is also experienced in supporting people facing trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, caregiver stress, and intimacy-related issues. His work often focuses on improving communication, resolving attachment and abandonment concerns, and restoring balance amid parenting, family, or workplace stressors.

In sessions he prioritizes a respectful, affirming environment that encourages honest exploration and gradual change. He helps people develop healthier coping strategies, build insight into recurring patterns, and identify realistic steps toward their goals. Bryan’s practice emphasizes collaboration - working with each person to find the most useful tools and perspectives for their situation. As a licensed professional in Illinois, he brings both long-term clinical experience and a commitment to supporting meaningful personal growth.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Bryan Manion have?

Bryan Manion has 24 years of professional experience in clinical practice.

Is Bryan Manion a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LCPC credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. His Illinois license is IL LCPC 180006836.

In which languages does Bryan Manion provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Bryan Manion located?

Bryan Manion practices in Illinois.

How can I work with Bryan Manion as my therapist?

You can work with Bryan Manion through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Bryan Manion work with international clients?

Yes, Bryan Manion works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Bryan Manion 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 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 Care



Bryan integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) into his online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and collaboration - helping people explore their values and strengths so they can move toward meaningful change. CBT is a practical, skill-based approach that helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replace them with more effective strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Bryan works together with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative process may combine insight-oriented exploration with concrete tools to address immediate concerns while also attending to deeper patterns over time.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it possible to maintain continuity of care around work, family, or geographical constraints, and to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to provide focused, effective support tailored to each person's situation.

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