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Jon Bormann

Compassionate, evidence-informed therapy in Illinois

About Jon

Jon Bormann is an Illinois-licensed therapist who practices as an LCPC and brings seven years of clinical experience to his work. He focuses on evidence-based care for stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and challenges related to life transitions.

Background and approach

He emphasizes client strengths and collaboration, working from the perspective that individuals know their own stories and can build solutions when given informed support and guidance.

Bormann also addresses a range of concerns that can intersect with mental health, including LGBTQ matters, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep and eating disturbances, parenting and fatherhood issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and career or life-purpose questions.

His background includes attention to additional areas such as aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, and end-of-life counseling. He offers a supportive, empowering approach intended to help clients take practical steps toward more satisfying day-to-day functioning.

Evidence-Informed Options for Online Therapy

Jon uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide virtual work. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression; this method helps people learn practical skills for coping with stress and mood changes. Another frequently used strategy emphasizes processing and integrating difficult experiences from trauma and loss in a paced, supportive way to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to explore which methods match their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring, adjusting the plan over time as progress is made and needs shift.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexible ways to fit sessions into busy lives. These formats make it easier to attend regularly, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from wherever one is located in Illinois. The variety of communication styles allows clients to pick the method that feels most comfortable and practical for their situation.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and coping with life changes, along with issues such as relationship and intimacy problems, eating and sleeping concerns, parenting, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
What is the therapist's general approach or style?
The practice emphasizes evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a strengths-based, collaborative stance where the client’s own knowledge of their story guides the work.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The clinician has seven years of professional experience working with a variety of mental health concerns.
What credentials and location information are provided?
The therapist holds an LCPC credential and is licensed in Illinois with licence number IL LCPC 180.012287.
Which languages are available and can international clients participate?
Services are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered for appointments?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on scheduling and preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist’s availability.