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Zachary Karr, LCSW

Laid-back Illinois LCSW for practical healing
  • Client-centered care
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Experience with trauma

About Zachary Karr

Zachary Karr is a licensed therapist based in Illinois with six years of post-graduate clinical experience and more than a decade working in mental health settings. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and has provided care across three different states and with clients of all ages. Zachary combines formal training with practical experience to support people facing a range of everyday and complex challenges.

He practices in a relaxed, approachable manner that rejects overly stiff or formal interactions. Zachary emphasizes authenticity and ease, creating a space where clients can be themselves without judgement. His style is grounded in empathy and curiosity, aimed at helping people build insight, find new coping strategies, and move toward meaningful change.

Whether individuals are dealing with anxiety, high stress, relationship struggles, or a general sense of being stuck, Zachary offers thoughtful guidance and steady support. Outside of his clinical work he enjoys hiking, camping, and learning new hobbies, and in winter months he often spends free time watching shows, reading, or playing video games. These personal interests inform a down-to-earth approach to therapeutic work.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Antisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Zachary Karr have?

Zachary Karr has six years of post-graduate experience as a therapist, and over a decade of overall experience working in mental health settings.

Is Zachary Karr a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. His license details are IL LCSW 149029648.

In which languages does Zachary Karr provide therapy?

Zachary provides therapy in English.

Where is Zachary Karr located?

Zachary is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Zachary Karr as my therapist?

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

Does Zachary Karr work with international clients?

Zachary Karr does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Zachary Karr 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 to help match you with a 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 and Online Support for Practical Change

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the relationship between therapist and client, offering empathy and nonjudgmental support so individuals can explore their values and goals and build self-directed change. This approach helps when people need a supportive space to process feelings and clarify what matters to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses practical tools to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance skills that can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, useful for stress, anxiety, and coping with life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Zachary works collaboratively with clients and other licensed professionals to tailor methods to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. He values ongoing dialogue about what is and is not working so the plan can adapt over time.

Online therapy offers flexibility in scheduling and access, with options for video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, bridge geographic distance, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not feasible.

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