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Lori Cheek Gilroy, LCSW

Lori Cheek Gilroy - Experienced LCSW
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma and caregiver support
  • Faith informed approach

About Lori Cheek Gilroy

Lori Cheek Gilroy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois with 26 years of experience as a counselor and life coach. Over the course of her career she has supported individuals facing depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, parenting challenges, career transitions, trauma, and caregiver stress, drawing on roles in a child welfare program, a family counseling clinic, a family birthing center, a crisis intervention agency, and a mental health clinic.

Her practice is client-centered and holistic, attending to mind, body, and spirit while using solution-focused and systemic approaches to set meaningful, attainable goals. Gilroy integrates a Christ-centered philosophy into her work and believes that lasting healing involves spiritual resources for those who find that helpful, while communicating with respect, sensitivity, and compassion for people of all backgrounds and beliefs.

She views each person as the expert in their own life and offers guidance designed to help clients discover answers already within them. As a clinician and coach, Gilroy aims to support and encourage those ready to take next steps toward change and growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEmptinessFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lori Cheek Gilroy have?

She has 26 years of experience.

Is Lori Cheek Gilroy a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the credential LCSW. License details: IL LCSW 149.007215.

In which languages does Lori Cheek Gilroy provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Lori Cheek Gilroy located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Lori Cheek Gilroy as my therapist?

You can work with Lori Cheek Gilroy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lori Cheek Gilroy work with international clients?

Lori Cheek Gilroy does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lori Cheek Gilroy 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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 Fit My Life?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can really help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.

One of the main benefits is flexibility - individuals can meet with a therapist in the format that fits their schedule and comfort level, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This variety of options makes it easier to integrate therapy into daily routines and life responsibilities.

Licensed professionals provide care through these formats, and it is possible to change therapists at any time if a different fit is desired. For many, online therapy offers an accessible, practical way to pursue support and make progress toward personal goals.

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