Konstantinos Stavropoulos , LCPC

Konstantinos Stavropoulos is a licensed Illinois clinician with 15 years of professional experience who works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and major life transitions. He holds an LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and uses that training to create practical, individualized plans that respond to each person's concerns and strengths.

He approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, aiming to empower people to take steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. His work emphasizes tailoring conversations and treatment to the specific needs of the individual so interventions fit real-world circumstances and personal goals.

Konstantinos views the decision to begin therapy as an act of courage and seeks to support clients through the early stages of change as well as longer-term growth. He focuses on building a collaborative relationship in which clients are heard and guided toward strategies that reduce distress, improve coping, and enhance daily functioning. Throughout treatment he centers the client’s goals and preferences when shaping the path forward.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care and Personal Growth

Konstantinos integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) into his online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening deeply and creating an empathetic space so clients can explore their values and goals - it is useful for building self-understanding and navigating life changes. CBT is a structured approach that identifies patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress, anxiety, or depression and teaches practical strategies to shift those patterns.

He also draws on elements of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) when appropriate, emphasizing skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Konstantinos works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences.

Online therapy with Konstantinos uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexible access to care. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of support around work, family, or travel schedules and allow therapists and clients to focus on progress in ways that fit the client’s life while continuing to work toward meaningful change.