Doriece Choy, LCSW

Licensed LCSW offering strengths-based therapy

Strengths-based care
Practical coping skills
Accepts international clients

About Doriece Choy

Doriece Choy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 13 years of experience providing psychotherapy. She practices from a strengths-based, realistic perspective that emphasizes building confidence and practical skills. Doriece believes every life has value and that hope can be rediscovered even in difficult circumstances, and she works collaboratively with people to identify their goals and move toward them.

Her style centers on partnering with clients week to week, giving space to explore thoughts and feelings while helping clients feel heard, understood, and supported. That sense of being listened to serves as the foundation for forming healthier habits and navigating challenging seasons of life. Doriece guides clients to develop tools for coping, resilience, and clearer decision-making, tailoring her work to each person’s needs and strengths.

As an LCSW - a licensed clinical social worker authorized to provide mental health therapy - she combines practical interventions with a compassionate, client-centered stance. Doriece aims to help people manage stress, process painful experiences, and strengthen self-confidence while honoring their lived experience and personal values.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression ADHD

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Doriece Choy have?

Doriece Choy has 13 years of experience as a therapist.

Is Doriece Choy a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW. License details: IL LCSW 149022706, IN LCSW 34006742A.

In which languages does Doriece Choy provide therapy?

Doriece Choy provides therapy in English.

Where is Doriece Choy located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Doriece Choy as my therapist?

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

Does Doriece Choy work with international clients?

Yes, Doriece Choy works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Doriece Choy 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.

Approaches That Guide Online Work and Care

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships shape current patterns of relating. It helps people recognize attachment needs and develop more secure ways of connecting, which can improve intimacy and reduce relational anxiety. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client's own experience and strengths; the therapist offers empathy and nonjudgmental support so clients can explore their thoughts and feelings and build self-directed change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical strategies to reduce distress and change unhelpful patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Doriece works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. That cooperative process helps shape a plan that feels manageable and relevant.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility: sessions can take place by video call, by phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule. These options support continuity of care across different locations and life phases while allowing therapy to be tailored to each person's communication style and needs.

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