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Demi Panagakis, LCSW

Demi Panagakis, LCSW

Psychotherapist
IL
5.00
“My therapist Demi has really taken the time to get to know me and understand the parts of me that are challenging for me to navigate. She is intuitive and has the ability to break down complex topics to small digestible concepts.”
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5.00
“My therapist Demi has really taken the time to get to know me and understand the parts of me that are challenging for me to navigate. She is intuitive and has the ability to break down complex topics to small digestible concepts.”
Less than 1 year ago
“My therapist has changed my life, compared to how I felt and acted when I first started seeing her to now is an amazing difference. I love therapy and feel that my needs are supported at Light On Anxiety. It also helps that the website is easy to use.”
Less than 1 year ago

About Demi Panagakis

Focus areas

Anxiety
Perfectionism
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Work-Related Counseling
Pediatric Anxiety

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Individuals
Teenagers (13-17)
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Exposure Response Prevention
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Demi Panagakis

Demi specializes in the treatment of anxiety, OCD, and related disorders in children, adolescents and adults. Demi received her Master’s in Clinical Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. Demi is passionate about working with a wide range of clinical concerns including: OCD, all types of anxiety, depression, phobias, panic, parent coaching, substance misuse, emotional regulation and conflict resolution. Through her training, Demi utilizes evidence-based interventions including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to further her commitment to individualized treatment tailored to each client’s needs. Demi uses humor, compassion and empathy to help empower and support her clients. Demi also has a love for animals and likes to incorporate animal therapy into her treatment upon request.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression
Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
Depression
Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Loyola University Chicago, Master's in Social Work
  • Michigan State University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

  • Anxiety and Depression Association of America

NPI number

1972256956

Patient reviews

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The fact that my therapist is able to work with me on any issue and accommodate any need I have, shows how versatile she is!
Apprehensive to start therapy, but Demi made me feel comfortable and at ease with getting the help I needed.
Demi does not make me feel like anything is wrong with me but that I can always improve myself
I just started so I don't have much to go off of - but everything seems fine so far.
Demi has been fantastic and I have seen a ton of progress over the past year
My therapist is very knowledgeable and is of great support to me.
Work towards problem solving on own vs. perpetual treatment
My therapist Demi has really taken the time to get to know me and understand the parts of me that are challenging for me to navigate. She is intuitive and has the ability to break down complex topics to small digestible concepts.
My therapist has changed my life, compared to how I felt and acted when I first started seeing her to now is an amazing difference. I love therapy and feel that my needs are supported at Light On Anxiety. It also helps that the website is easy to use.
Clinician's ability. Ease of access. Efficacy.
I have loved my time and experience with Demi!
Very happy with my therapist Demi
My therapist, Demi, is amazing and compassionate!
I could not have navigated the ups and downs of dealing with my daughter's mental issues over the last few years with out the help of my therapist.
My Therapist Demi Panagakis has made my experience with therapy better than I could ever imagine. I've had other therapists before but no one has made me feel more comfortable and safe as Demi does. I look forward to talking with her every week and leave her sessions stronger and more confident in my abilities.
My therapist Demi has been the best therapist I've ever worked with and is a positive signal for the qulaity of therapists at LOA.
Demi is such a great therapist who truly listens to me and helps me with my struggles. She offers great advice and sets goals for me. I have noticed a truly incredible difference since seeing Demi.
Demi is fantastic
My therapist creates a welcoming and kind environment for me to help manage my anxiety and OCD. She also makes sure I understand the tools and methods that are used during treatment. She is also very encouraging.
I've been able to build a very strong and trusting relationship with Demi, where I can talk to her about anything and not feel judged, and this is definitely in part because she would share her perspectives and experiences honestly with me which helped me realize I am not alone in the way I feel or with what I struggle with.
Everyone that I’ve worked with here has been very helpful, takes the time to get to know everything about me, and I can tell they really care about making my anxiety better
Already referred friends, and one is a patient! Cannot say enough about my experience with Demi. Before transferring treatment into LOA, I read through the practitioner bios and something about that gorgeous face screamed "I can help you!" I'm so thankful for her professionalism and patience, and her calming nature and push to "let's slow things down and break it down more" is (slowly) becoming more natural for me. Thank you!
demi rocks
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Demi Panagakis frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Demi Panagakis on their profile.

What languages does Demi Panagakis speak?

Demi Panagakis speaks English.

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