Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Sterling, IL
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Eric Tivers (ADHD reWired)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP
Hi, I’m Eric Tivers, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider based in Illinois. I’m also AuDHD, queer, and deeply committed to helping other neurodivergent adults build lives that feel more grounded, authentic, and sustainable.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the “right” things but still can’t seem to keep up, you’re not alone — and you’re not broken. I work with ADHDers, autistic adults, and other neurodivergent humans who are navigating overwhelm, burnout, emotional regulation, and self-acceptance. My style is down-to-earth, compassionate, and direct. I blend therapy, coaching, and practical strategies that help you turn insight into real change.
I’m also sex-positive, kink-aware, and LGBTQ+ affirming. Many of my clients are exploring identity, communication, or relationships in ways that don’t fit neatly into a box — and that’s exactly where we can do our best work. My goal is to create a space where you can show up as your full self, without shame or judgment.
Outside of therapy, I host the ADHD reWired podcast and lead intensive coaching and accountability groups for adults with ADHD — communities that have helped hundreds of people connect, grow, and thrive.
Whether you’re seeking therapy for ADHD, autism, trauma, or simply wanting to feel more at ease in your own skin, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Let’s find a way to make life work with your brain, not against it.
17 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
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Amanda S. Vaught
Psychologist, PsyD
VHA- and Stanford-trained psychologist specializing in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, burnout, and relationship challenges for individuals, couples, veterans, first responders, and healthcare professionals.
14 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
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Guada Psychological Services
Counselor/Therapist, Psychologist, LCPC, LPC, MA Level Clinicians
Guada Psychological is a leading mental health practice serving the diverse Chicagoland community. We provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy and psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Our name reflects our mission—bringing clarity, healing, and personalized care to every client we serve.
10 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL
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Join the Rebellion (JTR23 Inc)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
My name is Damon Neely. I have been a therapist since 2012. I didn't come to this work through a straightforward path. Before I was a therapist, I was a U.S. Marine — trained to project strength, suppress what's underneath, and keep moving regardless of what I was carrying. That orientation served me in a lot of contexts. It also cost me things I didn't fully understand until later.
When I transitioned out and eventually found my way into healthcare and then into clinical mental health work, I brought that background with me — not as a credential to display, but as a lived reference point. I know what it's like to operate in high-pressure environments where vulnerability is a liability. I know what it costs to perform competence while something quieter is going on underneath. And I know how unfamiliar it feels to sit across from someone and actually say what's true.
That's the man I built my practice around. Not because it's a profitable niche — though it is — but because I understand him from the inside. The high-performer who has optimized everything in his life except his relationship with himself. The man who can hold a room but can't quiet the voice in his head. The man who takes meticulous care of everyone except himself. These aren't abstract client profiles to me. They're men I recognize.
Over two decades in healthcare and eleven years in clinical practice have sharpened how I work, but the core of it hasn't changed: I believe most men are carrying more than they've ever said out loud, and that saying it — to the right person, in the right space — changes something fundamental. Not just symptom relief. Something deeper. A shift in how a man understands himself and what he believes he deserves.
That's what I show up to do.
11 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
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Evolve Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
When we are struggling with our mental health, we often struggle in silence. This can be isolating and disconnect us from others. It can be really hard to seek support from people in our life and professionals because we feel anxiety, shame, or fear judgment, invalidation or rejection. Therapy provides the opportunity to step into your vulnerability at a pace that feels safe for you. Unlike other relationships, a therapeutic relationship is rooted in nonjudgment, unconditional acceptance, safety and confidentiality. I prioritize creating a safe space for you to feel heard and supported. I value your vulnerability and individuality. There is no one size fits all approach to therapy making every therapeutic experience uniquely different. My goal is to walk alongside you, explore what you are going through, and help you develop effective tools/insight so that you can live a full, authentic life.
19 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Sterling, IL Statistics
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Sterling, IL average 14 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (71%), and Stress (56%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
32%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 71% | Depression |
| 56% | Stress |
| 54% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 50% | Social Anxiety |
| 45% | Self Esteem |
| 43% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 51% | Women |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Men |
| 23% | Military / Veterans |
| 18% | Black / African American |