William Swieringa, LCSW
Experienced LCSW guiding life transitions and recovery
- 39 years clinical experience
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Focus on life transitions
About William Swieringa
William Swieringa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 39 years of clinical experience who supports people navigating complex life transitions and emotional challenges. He focuses on helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth across many stages of life. His practice blends a compassionate stance with a structured, practical approach to address social anxiety, trauma recovery, mood disorders, and interpersonal difficulties.
William has particular experience working with older adults, veterans, and those facing significant life changes. He grounds his work in close attention to each person’s individual journey and offers targeted guidance for panic-related concerns, attachment issues, workplace stress, chronic pain, and relationship strain. He also helps clients seeking greater clarity about purpose and direction.
Throughout nearly four decades in practice, William has worked with people from a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences, emphasizing empathy alongside professional insight. The LCSW credential indicates a licensed clinician trained in social work and clinical practice, and William’s approach aims to honor each client’s strengths while offering practical strategies for coping and growth.
William has particular experience working with older adults, veterans, and those facing significant life changes. He grounds his work in close attention to each person’s individual journey and offers targeted guidance for panic-related concerns, attachment issues, workplace stress, chronic pain, and relationship strain. He also helps clients seeking greater clarity about purpose and direction.
Throughout nearly four decades in practice, William has worked with people from a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences, emphasizing empathy alongside professional insight. The LCSW credential indicates a licensed clinician trained in social work and clinical practice, and William’s approach aims to honor each client’s strengths while offering practical strategies for coping and growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does William Swieringa have?
William Swieringa has 39 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is William Swieringa a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW and is licensed in Illinois with license number IL LCSW 149.010142.
In which languages does William Swieringa provide therapy?
William provides therapy in English.
Where is William Swieringa located?
William is located in Illinois.
How can I work with William Swieringa as my therapist?
You can work with William Swieringa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does William Swieringa work with international clients?
Yes, William Swieringa works with international clients.
How much does therapy with William Swieringa cost?
Costs can vary based 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 pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.
Integrating Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
William brings several evidence-informed approaches to online therapy and explains them in clear terms so clients can understand what to expect. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being controlled by them, and it supports identifying personal values and taking committed steps toward a meaningful life - this approach can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns; it is often applied to mood disorders, panic, and workplace stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and self-compassion practices that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation, making it helpful for chronic stress and trauma recovery.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and William works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He and the client may blend techniques as therapy progresses to better address specific challenges.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging - which helps people fit care into busy schedules or reach therapists across distances. For many clients, remote options increase accessibility and make it easier to maintain consistent, ongoing work with a licensed professional.