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Be a Friend to Your Future Self.

Anxiety Therapy in Chicago.

In-Network with BCBS, UnitedHealthcare & Aetna.

Licensed LCPC | Anxiety Specialist, 10+ Years Experience | Serving Adults, Teens & Children in Chicago

Currently Accepting New Clients

A brief, no-pressure call to see if we’re a good fit

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  • Feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Let’s work through it together. When your mind won’t shut off. When you replay conversations. When your chest tightens for no clear reason. It’s hard to find the joy we used to have. Therapy gives us a steady, supportive space to slow our thoughts, understand what’s driving our anxiety, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

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“Zach is the guy you want on your side when things are tough. He actually helped me. ”
— Evan B.

Individual therapy for adults, teens and children.

  • Anxiety and chronic overthinking

  • Depression and emotional disconnection

  • Burnout, perfectionism, and decision fatigue

  • ADHD and difficulty with focus or regulation

  • Autism and sensory or social overwhelm

What I Help With

I work with those navigating:

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  • I’m Zachary Simms, LCPC, a licensed clinical professional counselor with over 11 years of experience. My work is grounded, practical, and collaborative.

  • I developed The Present Method to help clients step out of reactive patterns and respond to life with greater awareness, emotional regulation, and clarity. The focus is on real skills you can use—not endless processing.

  • I integrate evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based therapy, adapted to fit you as an individual.

My Approach

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What to Expect

Therapy here is:

  • Calm and nonjudgmental.

  • Structured yet flexible.

  • Insight-oriented and skills-based.

  • Focused on long-term growth.

Whether you’re seeking an anxiety therapist near you or support for emotional overwhelm, therapy is tailored to your goals and pace.

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We serve adults who are looking for help with...

Anxiety

Depression

ADHD

Burnout

Get Out of Your Head and Into the Present!

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