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Kenneth Stall, LCSW

Licensed LCSW with 53 years experience
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and grief
  • Sport mental coaching

About Kenneth Stall

Kenneth Stall is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 53 years of professional experience supporting clients across the lifespan. He earned his master’s degree at the Jane Addams Graduate School of Social Work in Chicago and obtained his LCSW license in 1990, having taken the first clinical exam offered. The LCSW credential denotes a license to provide clinical social work services, including psychotherapy and assessment.

His postgraduate training includes study of the basic principles of Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) with Dr. Albert Ellis, and he remains selective about when to use that approach. He practices eclectically, integrating techniques such as mindfulness exercises alongside other strategies to meet each person’s needs. Stall has extensive experience working with children and teenagers, particularly those facing Asperger's Disorder, ADHD, depression, and impulse disorders.

With adults he has addressed adult ADHD, career coaching, depression and anxiety, parenting skills, and couples counseling. He also brings clinical experience in areas such as trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related concerns, bipolar and mood disorders, and compassion fatigue. In addition to traditional therapeutic work, he has a keen interest in helping tennis and golf competitors develop the mental side of their sport. Kenneth Stall practices in Illinois and conducts therapy in English.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesDivorce and separationFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kenneth Stall have?

Kenneth Stall has 53 years of experience in clinical social work and psychotherapy.

Is Kenneth Stall a licensed therapist?

Yes. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: IL LCSW 149000078.

In which languages does Kenneth Stall provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Kenneth Stall located?

He is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Kenneth Stall as my therapist?

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

Does Kenneth Stall work with international clients?

Kenneth Stall does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kenneth Stall 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 for Effective Online Care

Kenneth Stall draws on several evidence-based approaches in online sessions to address a wide range of concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many forms of mood and impulse difficulties. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, accept difficult internal experiences, and commit to actions that align with what matters most - it can be especially useful for anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and support self-regulation, which can help with stress, attention challenges, and emotional balance.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Stall works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances. He adapts techniques over time so treatment remains practical and relevant to each person’s needs.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to integrate therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity when travel or life demands change, and access consistent support from licensed professionals regardless of location within the state.

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