- CBT skills
- DBT techniques
- Attachment work
About Elliott
Elliott Lugo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Illinois with 17 years of experience. He works with adults who face stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, parenting challenges, relationship problems, ADHD, anger, and grief. Elliott also supports people dealing with trauma and abuse and those trying to rebuild after substance use issues.
He begins by talking about what matters most in a person’s life. He asks how people see themselves and others, and what might happen if they make changes. That helps identify the barriers keeping someone stuck and points to practical next steps.
Sessions are conversational and direct. Elliott breaks complex issues into plain language. He and the client look for small actions and new skills that can make daily life easier.
His practice uses several therapy styles to match what a person needs. Elliott commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment-Based work, Client-Centered methods, and Mindfulness techniques. He also brings experience helping people recover from substance use and work through painful trauma.
Appointments typically run 45 to 50 minutes, but he can shorten sessions when needed. He usually replies to messages in late afternoons or by the next morning. Elliott does not work Fridays and Saturdays and will generally respond to messages left then by Sunday morning.
How Elliott uses therapy approaches online
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. It helps people understand why certain situations trigger strong reactions and how to build steadier ways of relating. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches concrete skills to shift unhelpful thinking and behaviors that keep stress and anger active.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Elliott treats approach selection as a team decision. He listens to a person’s goals and preferences, then suggests ways to combine methods that make sense for their situation and pace.
Confirm available session formats before booking, as those options are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when that suits the day, and reduce travel time. They also let people continue work on skills between meetings. The therapist will discuss which format and session length best support a person’s goals during the initial scheduling steps.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, ADHD, relationship and parenting challenges, grief, trauma, and related issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses plain, conversational sessions that break problems into manageable steps and teach practical skills.
How much experience does he have?
He has 17 years of clinical experience working in various settings with teens and adults.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session logistics and cost handled?
Session cost varies by location and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.