Nicholas Shilney, MS, LCPC, IL | Psychotherapist

About Nicholas Shilney

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Eating Disorder

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Gender Affirming Counseling

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

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)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Nicholas Shilney

Nicholas Shilney, LCPC, helps teens, adults, and seniors across Illinois navigate life’s most difficult emotional and behavioral challenges with a thoughtful, evidence-based approach. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at LifeStance Health, he provides individual therapy for those experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, creating a supportive space where clients can build resilience, improve coping skills, and move toward meaningful change. His work is grounded in helping individuals feel understood while developing practical tools for long-term mental wellness. Nicholas has particular experience supporting individuals managing complex emotional patterns and life transitions. He works with clients facing concerns such as ADHD, alcohol and drug use issues, and PTSD/trauma, while also addressing related challenges through approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). He serves diverse populations, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with autism spectrum disorders, and military/veterans, and offers additional areas of expertise to meet a wide range of mental health needs. A central focus of Nicholas’s work is supporting individuals who have been recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. He is passionate about helping clients stabilize, rebuild routines, and regain a sense of control during this critical transition period. His approach emphasizes continuity of care, emotional regulation, and practical skill-building to reduce the risk of relapse and promote sustained recovery. Nicholas brings a compassionate, down-to-earth presence to therapy. Outside of his clinical work, he enjoys playing video games, attending music shows and festivals, and spending time cuddling with his two cats—interests that help him stay grounded and connected.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Sexual Abuse Counseling

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Young Adult Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Sexual Abuse Counseling

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Office location

Nicholas Shilney, MS, LCPC also offers online video visits for patients

Lifestance - Illinois 2

2845 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60657

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Education and background

Practice names

Lifestance - Illinois 2

Education and training

Illinois State University, Master's in Clinical Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1558914317

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What practice does Nicholas Shilney work with?

Nicholas Shilney works with Lifestance - Illinois 2.

Where is Nicholas Shilney's office located?

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

What are common reasons for patients to see Nicholas Shilney?

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