Nicholas Leth, MSW, LCSW, Chicago, IL

About Nicholas Leth

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Anxiety

Childhood Trauma

Gender Affirming Counseling

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Couples Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Families

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Nicholas Leth

Nicholas Leth, LCSW, helps children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors across Illinois navigate emotional challenges with clarity and confidence through individual and family therapy at LifeStance Health. He provides structured, compassionate mental health treatment tailored to each stage of life, supporting clients in building insight, strengthening coping skills, and creating meaningful, sustainable change. Nicholas specializes in ADHD, anxiety, and PTSD/trauma, while also treating concerns such as depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, substance use issues, and major life transitions. He integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure Therapy to help clients better regulate emotions, reduce avoidance patterns, and respond more effectively to stress. He offers additional therapeutic approaches to address the diverse mental health needs of individuals and families throughout Illinois. A meaningful part of Nicholas’s work includes providing court-ordered treatment. He approaches these cases with professionalism, objectivity, and respect, creating a therapeutic space that remains supportive while meeting legal requirements. He understands that mandated therapy can feel complex or overwhelming and works to foster engagement, accountability, and measurable progress within that framework. Nicholas has experience serving individuals in adoption and foster care systems, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with autism spectrum disorders or developmental disabilities. He is committed to culturally responsive, trauma-informed care, and values of collaboration with families when appropriate. Through family therapy and parenting support, he helps strengthen communication patterns and improves relational stability. His clinical style balances thoughtful reflection with practical problem-solving.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Office location

Nicholas Leth, MSW, LCSW 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

Dominican University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1851259147

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What practice does Nicholas Leth work with?

Nicholas Leth works with Lifestance - Illinois 2.

Where is Nicholas Leth's office located?

Nicholas Leth has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Nicholas Leth's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Nicholas Leth?

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