John Christopher Williams, LCPC, IL

About John Christopher Williams

Clientele seen

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Gestalt

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Exposure Response Prevention

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know John Christopher Williams

Do you struggle to feel truly connected to others? Maybe anxiety, fear of judgment, or symptoms of ADHD make it hard to speak up, meet new people, build meaningful relationships, or even attend social events. You might find yourself “masking” or hiding parts of who you are—especially at work or in social settings—because self-criticism and self-doubt keep you from feeling fully accepted. You’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to stay this way. Therapy can help you build confidence, connect more authentically, and feel more at ease in your own skin.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I use a personalized blend of proven therapy methods to help you move toward the life you want. Together, we’ll use ACT to strengthen self-acceptance, ERP to help you face and overcome anxiety in the social situations that feel most challenging, and RO-DBT to support you in opening up emotionally and reconnecting with your more playful, creative self. I also incorporate CBT to bring structure to our work and track your progress—so you’ll know you’re moving in the direction that matters most to you.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

In our first few sessions, I’ll get to know you—how your mind works, what you want to focus on, and what’s helped or hurt in the past. From there, we’ll set meaningful goals together, build practical skills, and start shifting how you see and speak to yourself. As therapy progresses, we’ll explore the deeper roots of those patterns—looking at past experiences with curiosity and compassion—so you can better understand your emotions and express them in healthier, more authentic ways.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Mood Swings

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Mood Swings

New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Social Connection Counseling

Education and training

The Chicago School, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Professional memberships

American Mental Health Counselors Association

NPI number

1285264465

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with John Christopher Williams?

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Is John Christopher Williams accepting new patients?

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What practice does John Christopher Williams work with?

John Christopher Williams works with Social Connection Counseling.

What are common reasons for patients to see John Christopher Williams?

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