Katie Tapert Mercado, LCSW

Experienced Illinois LCSW for stress and grief

Stress and anxiety support
Grief and loss care
Coping with life changes

About Katie Tapert Mercado

Katie Tapert Mercado is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with 29 years of professional experience. She helps people address stress and anxiety, cope with grief and loss, manage depression, and navigate significant life changes while maintaining focus on practical coping strategies and emotional processing.

Katie builds an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can share thoughts and feelings freely. She emphasizes collaboration, listening closely to each person's priorities and working alongside them to identify achievable steps toward a more fulfilling, happier life. Taking that first step can be difficult, and Katie offers steady support throughout the process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressDomestic violenceHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purpose

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Katie Tapert Mercado have?

Katie Tapert Mercado has 29 years of professional experience.

Is Katie Tapert Mercado a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: IL LCSW 149007898.

In which languages does Katie Tapert Mercado provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Katie Tapert Mercado located?

Katie Tapert Mercado is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Katie Tapert Mercado as my therapist?

You can work with Katie Tapert Mercado through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Katie Tapert Mercado work with international clients?

Yes, Katie Tapert Mercado works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Katie Tapert Mercado cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy is often experienced as comparable to traditional in-person sessions and can offer effective support for day-to-day challenges.

One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose how they connect with a therapist - by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to fit care into a busy schedule or to access support from a convenient location.

Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and individuals may switch therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. This approach can make it simpler to find a therapist whose experience and style match a client's needs.

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