Robert Lemus, LCSW

Licensed in Illinois · 3 years in practice

Robert Lemus is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Illinois.

License and registration

LCSW, Illinois: 149028383 · expires November 2027
NPI: 1043933773 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 3
Languages: English

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About Robert

Robert Lemus is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Illinois. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and the struggle to manage life changes. He emphasizes strengths and supports clients as they take first steps toward change.

He keeps sessions straightforward and focused on practical steps. He listens for what matters most to each person and builds on existing strengths. Conversations aim to turn small changes into lasting shifts in daily life.

Background and approach

Robert has three years of professional experience as an LCSW - licensed clinical social worker. That time has included helping people with self-esteem, motivation, and confidence issues. He also helps with grief, feelings of emptiness, and managing intense moods.

He brings focused attention to relationship patterns like attachment and communication problems. He also supports people dealing with trauma, post-traumatic stress, and the impacts of prejudice or discrimination on mental health. Concerns such as self-harm, guilt, and shame are addressed with clear, compassionate care.

Sessions use a mix of conversation and practical skills to reduce symptoms and improve everyday coping. Robert encourages clients to set realistic goals and to try small experiments between sessions. He works in English and offers sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Robert lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Communication problems
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Emptiness
Family problems
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-harm
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Young adult issues

Online support

Approaches that guide online sessions

Robert uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical work. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches coping tools for anxiety, mood problems, and stress. These tools include breathing or grounding practices, emotion regulation steps, and simple behavioral experiments to try between sessions. Another element is trauma-informed support that helps people process difficult experiences at a pace that feels manageable, aiming to reduce symptoms like intrusive memories and intense reactivity.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Robert will discuss what a person hopes to change, try methods that match those goals, and adjust the plan over time. Clients are invited to give feedback about what helps and what doesn’t so the work stays practical and relevant.

Online sessions offer flexibility and easier access to care. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues are helpful. Phone sessions can be a lighter option when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for brief check-ins, ongoing support between sessions, or for people who do better writing their thoughts. Together these options let clients fit therapy into work, school, or busy family schedules while keeping the focus on steady progress.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Robert focus on?

He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. He also works with issues like self-esteem, mood disorders, and feelings of emptiness.

How would you describe his therapy style?

He keeps therapy practical and strengths-focused, listening first then suggesting steps people can try. Sessions often combine talk with small skills and experiments to use between meetings.

What is his professional background?

Robert has three years of professional experience supporting people with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns. His work has included trauma-related issues and mood challenges.

Where is he licensed and based?

He practices in Illinois and holds the LCSW credential, which stands for licensed clinical social worker.

In what languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English.

Which session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How are session fees handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

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