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Sally Herschman, LCSW

Illinois LCSW specializing in trauma and stress
  • Trauma and abuse care
  • Anxiety and depression support
  • Family and relationship work

About Sally Herschman

Sally Herschman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Illinois with more than 12 years of experience supporting young children, adolescents, adults, and families. She has worked with a wide range of concerns, including abuse, trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges, and she also assists people in developing organization methods and daily routines that lead to desired outcomes.

Her practice is warm and interactive and is rooted in profound respect for each person she meets. She approaches the work with compassion, nonjudgmental curiosity, and a genuine interest in clients' wellbeing. Combining cognitive-behavioral techniques, psychodynamic perspectives, and mindfulness practices, she offers a sex-positive, strengths-based approach and partners with clients to co-navigate the therapeutic process.

Sally focuses on ensuring that clients' needs for healing are addressed and emphasizes that individuals do not have to manage challenges alone. Recognizing the courage it takes to seek help, she aims to support and empower people through change and healing and looks forward to learning more about what each person hopes to achieve.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sally Herschman have?

Sally Herschman has 12 years of experience.

Is Sally Herschman a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: IL LCSW 149014733.

In which languages does Sally Herschman provide therapy?

Sally Herschman provides therapy in English.

Where is Sally Herschman located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Sally Herschman as my therapist?

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

Does Sally Herschman work with international clients?

Sally Herschman does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sally Herschman 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 a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches and Access for Online Therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client directs the pace and goals of work; it helps people build self-understanding, confidence, and personal agency when facing life transitions or relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, examines the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress while improving day-to-day functioning.

Mindfulness Therapy introduces present-moment awareness and grounding techniques that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation, which is often helpful for trauma responses and chronic stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sally will collaborate with each person to determine which methods best align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and connect with licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations.

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