Todd Nelson, LCPC

Todd Nelson is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 30 years of experience in mental health. He works with adults on common struggles such as stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, self-esteem, sleep problems, and life changes. He also addresses trauma and abuse, workplace issues, and concerns related to veteran and first responder experiences.

Todd draws on person-centered and solution-focused approaches in session. He aims for straightforward, practical conversations that help people notice what works and build on it. He avoids clinical jargon and keeps the work direct and down to earth.

His background includes time in the Air Force and long experience in outpatient and inpatient settings, plus work within the Illinois Department of Corrections. Those years brought exposure to mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, obsessions and compulsions, self-harm, and issues tied to infidelity, guilt, and forgiveness.

Todd also brings experience supporting people dealing with domestic violence concerns, parenting strain, and questions of life purpose. He emphasizes coping skills for everyday situations, from managing anger at home to handling stress at work.

Outside of counseling he enjoys motorcycling and woodworking. He describes his role as helping each person steer their own life, offering practical tools and calm guidance along the way.

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