Kenneth Markovic, LCSW
Illinois LCSW supporting recovery and resilience
- Attachment-informed care
- Experience with youth
- Addiction and grief support
About Kenneth Markovic
Kenneth Markovic is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois with 14 years of experience across case management, clinical therapy, and school social work. He works with couples, families, individuals, and groups, offering practical support for a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, and self-esteem challenges. His clinical experience also includes working with Autism, ADHD, depression, trauma, traumatic brain injury, body dysmorphia, motivation difficulties, and issues related to eating and substance use.
Kenneth has a history of supporting youth in Chicago Public Schools and suburban districts, helping young people navigate pressure, distraction, and fast-paced academic environments. He has also worked extensively with people recovering from involvement in toxic groups such as cults and gangs. He brings significant experience serving Hispanic and Black populations, and he has advocated for LGBTQIA+ individuals and groups as a committed ally.
Kenneth frames his work around the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths can be mobilized to meet challenges. He emphasizes collaboration, encouragement, and practical strategies to help people move toward a more fulfilling and resilient life, offering support and empowerment throughout the therapeutic process.
Kenneth has a history of supporting youth in Chicago Public Schools and suburban districts, helping young people navigate pressure, distraction, and fast-paced academic environments. He has also worked extensively with people recovering from involvement in toxic groups such as cults and gangs. He brings significant experience serving Hispanic and Black populations, and he has advocated for LGBTQIA+ individuals and groups as a committed ally.
Kenneth frames his work around the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths can be mobilized to meet challenges. He emphasizes collaboration, encouragement, and practical strategies to help people move toward a more fulfilling and resilient life, offering support and empowerment throughout the therapeutic process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kenneth Markovic have?
Kenneth Markovic has 14 years of professional experience.
Is Kenneth Markovic a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are IL LCSW 149029020.
In which languages does Kenneth Markovic provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Kenneth Markovic located?
He is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Kenneth Markovic as my therapist?
You can work with Kenneth Markovic through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kenneth Markovic work with international clients?
Kenneth Markovic does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kenneth Markovic 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.
Attachment and Client-Centered Approaches in Online Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust. In online sessions, this approach helps people explore relationship wounds, abandonment fears, and attachment issues while building more secure ways of relating.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client as the expert of their own experience and uses empathic listening and validation to foster growth. This gentle, collaborative approach can be especially helpful for concerns like self-esteem, caregiver stress, and navigating life transitions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Online CBT work can address anxiety, anger, addiction-related thinking, and mood challenges with structured exercises and skills practice.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Kenneth works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time as progress and feedback guide the work.
Online therapy by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for scheduling, access from home or other settings, and multiple ways to engage based on comfort and need. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to integrate therapeutic work into a busy life while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor their methods to each client.