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Eric Forster

Therapist(He / Him)
18 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic conditions
  • Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Welcome! I am so glad you made it to my profile today.

I'm Eric Forster, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience. I work with young adults and adults navigating anxiety, depression, men's issues, life transitions, career stress, and emotional challenges connected to medical concerns or major changes in life. Many of the clients I support feel emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns they don't fully understand but know are impacting their quality of life.

My goal is to provide a thoughtful, supportive environment where clients feel comfortable exploring what's beneath the surface while developing greater self-awareness, emotional balance, and confidence moving forward.

My approach to therapy

My approach is collaborative, insight-oriented, and tailored to each person’s unique experiences and goals. I primarily work psychodynamically while integrating CBT interventions and practical coping strategies when helpful.

Together, we’ll explore emotional patterns, strengthen coping skills, improve self-awareness, and work toward healthier ways of managing anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, and everyday life challenges.

What you can expect from me

The first session is a supportive space where we begin getting to know each other and discussing what challenges feel most important right now. We’ll explore what’s been weighing on you, what goals you hope to work toward, and what support would feel most helpful moving forward.

My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, comfortable, and hopeful about the process ahead.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Man
  • My style is
    Energetic, Participatory, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    18 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Fordham University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Texas, Florida, Illinois, Virginia), LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) (Michigan), LISW-CP (Licensed independent social worker–clinical practice) (South Carolina)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD, Infertility, Diabetes
  • Therapy methods
    Behavioral Couples Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Narrative Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychoanalytic, Psychodynamic
  • Care types
    Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Locations
    801 Adlai Stevenson Drive
    Springfield, IL 62703
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