Evaristo Rios, LSW, Chicago, IL | Psychotherapist

About Evaristo Rios

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Gender Affirming Counseling

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Hoarding Disorder

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Trauma Focused

Compassion Focused

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Evaristo Rios

Evaristo Rios, LSW, works with clients across Illinois, offering individual therapy to teens, adults, and seniors seeking to navigate life’s challenges with a trauma-informed, collaborative, and insight-oriented approach. Evaristo utilizes Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy while working with clients to create a plan tailored to their goals, pace, and preferences. Evaristo provides an affirming space for clients of all backgrounds, needs, and often works with clients who are experiencing PTSD/trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, exploring sexuality and gender identity, perfectionism, and burnout. Evaristo connects with clients through humor, curiosity, and empathy, creating a space that supports both safety and self-exploration. Evaristo incorporates psycho-education to help clients better understand their experiences, while emphasizing collaboration to support client autonomy. Evaristo aims to support clients in developing greater self-understanding while navigating change in ways that feel meaningful and sustainable. Outside of clinical work, Evaristo enjoys playing video games, creative writing, spending time with his family (his cat included, of course!), and listening to music.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Hoarding Disorder

Office location

Evaristo Rios, LSW also offers online video visits for patients

Lifestance - Illinois 2

1616 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

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Education and background

Practice names

Lifestance - Illinois 2

Education and training

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1679457147

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Evaristo Rios?

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Is Evaristo Rios accepting new patients?

Evaristo Rios generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Evaristo Rios's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Evaristo Rios accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Evaristo Rios online?

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What practice does Evaristo Rios work with?

Evaristo Rios works with Lifestance - Illinois 2.

Where is Evaristo Rios's office located?

Evaristo Rios has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Evaristo Rios's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Evaristo Rios?

Evaristo Rios frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Evaristo Rios on their profile.