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Aaron Johnson

Therapist
12 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I bring over 10 years of experience working as a therapist, where I’ve walked alongside people facing trauma, loss, and systemic barriers. My work is rooted in a deep understanding of how culture, environment, and generational patterns shape our emotional health. I’m committed to creating a space where clients, especially Black men, boys, and families, feel seen, supported, and understood without judgment.

My approach to therapy

My approach is collaborative, straightforward, and compassionate. I integrate mindfulness, practical coping strategies, and culturally relevant perspectives to help clients build awareness and break unhealthy cycles. I don’t believe therapy is about “fixing” people, it’s about helping you tap into your strengths, challenge unhelpful patterns, and move toward growth that feels authentic to who you are.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect to leave sessions with tools they can use in real life, whether that’s better ways to manage stress and emotions, a deeper understanding of themselves, or strategies to strengthen relationships. Most importantly, clients walk away with the confidence that change is possible and that they don’t have to do the hard work of healing alone.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Challenging, Affirming, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    12 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Chicago School of Professional Psychology
  • License type
    LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Narrative Therapy, Structural Family, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    5419 West Lawrence Avenue
    Chicago, IL 60630