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- CBT focused
- Career support
- LGBT concerns
About Antonio
Dr. Dr. Antonio Champion is an Illinois licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 17 years of experience working in clinical settings. He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, LGBT concerns, and career-related struggles. He also addresses communication problems, life purpose, and self-love. Sessions are offered in English and he practices from Illinois.
Champion uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a main approach. He helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and test them against real-life experience. That often leads to small, practical changes in how someone reacts to stress or manages worry.
In sessions he asks direct questions and listens for patterns that feed anxiety or low confidence. Work can include setting short goals, trying new behaviors between sessions, and reviewing what went well. Conversations are straightforward and focused on what the person wants to change.
He draws on a Ph.D. in community psychology and a master degree in clinical social work to shape how he plans interventions and measures progress. That background informs both one-on-one problem solving and broader thinking about how life roles and work fit together.
People who choose him should expect clear, goal-oriented sessions. The therapist and client collaborate on next steps and practical exercises. To begin, the site matching and scheduling process is used to set up an initial appointment.
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CBT approaches and working online
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real experiences. CBT teaches practical skills for managing anxiety, improving mood, and building confidence through small behavior changes.The right approach is decided together. The therapist reviews a person's goals and preferences and suggests which techniques to try first. Sessions include collaborative problem solving, goal setting, and homework exercises to practice new skills between meetings.
Confirm the session formats available before booking since no specific formats are listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and reduce travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to keep appointments around work or family obligations. The focus remains on measurable steps and applying CBT tools to daily life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and career difficulties. He also focuses on LGBT issues, communication problems, life purpose, and self-love.
What therapeutic style does he use?
He primarily uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Sessions are practical and centered on changing thoughts and behaviors that maintain problems.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 17 years of professional work experience. His background includes a Ph.D. in community psychology and a master degree in clinical social work.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an Illinois LCSW, which stands for licensed clinical social worker. He practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing details are provided during the sign-up process.
What should I do to start working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process sets up the initial appointment.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.