Skip Dettman, LCSW
Compassionate Illinois LCSW for healing and growth
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and addiction
- LGBT and relationships
About Skip Dettman
Skip Dettman is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with 13 years of experience supporting people through complex emotional challenges. She works with individuals coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, relationship strain, and self-esteem concerns, and brings an inclusive, compassionate stance that respects each person’s background and identity.
Her clinical focus covers a wide range of concerns, including stress and mood disorders, grief and parenting issues, family and relationship dynamics, LGBT concerns, and recovery from past abuse or addiction. Additional areas of emphasis include codependency, abandonment and family of origin issues, dissociation, domestic violence, first responder stress, and other trauma-related difficulties. This breadth allows her to tailor care to the specific patterns and histories clients bring to therapy.
Dettman emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered process that helps people build insight, practical coping skills, and resilience. She aims to provide a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore emotions, practice new strategies, and work toward meaningful change at a pace that fits their goals and life circumstances.
Her clinical focus covers a wide range of concerns, including stress and mood disorders, grief and parenting issues, family and relationship dynamics, LGBT concerns, and recovery from past abuse or addiction. Additional areas of emphasis include codependency, abandonment and family of origin issues, dissociation, domestic violence, first responder stress, and other trauma-related difficulties. This breadth allows her to tailor care to the specific patterns and histories clients bring to therapy.
Dettman emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered process that helps people build insight, practical coping skills, and resilience. She aims to provide a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore emotions, practice new strategies, and work toward meaningful change at a pace that fits their goals and life circumstances.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCodependencyDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyMen's issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Hypnotherapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Skip Dettman have?
Skip Dettman has 13 years of experience working as a therapist.
Is Skip Dettman a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are IL LCSW 149.018219 and FL LCSW Sw13163.
In which languages does Skip Dettman provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Skip Dettman located?
Skip Dettman is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Skip Dettman as my therapist?
Clients can work with Skip Dettman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Skip Dettman work with international clients?
No. Skip Dettman does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Skip Dettman 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.
Approaches for Online Care and Therapeutic Fit
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person’s own goals and perspective, offering an empathetic, non-directive environment where the individual sets the pace and priorities of the work. This approach is helpful for people seeking validation, stronger self-understanding, and support through life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that examines how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. It teaches strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and unhelpful patterns, and is often used to produce measurable changes in mood and functioning.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity. It is commonly used by therapists when traumatic experiences continue to affect daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Skip Dettman works collaboratively with each person to identify methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they explore which strategies feel most helpful and adapt the plan as work progresses.
Online therapy with licensed professionals offers practical flexibility - sessions can happen by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or work, and choose the communication style that best supports ongoing progress.