Kevin Swanson

Hi there! I'm a licensed clinical social worker and therapist. I value authenticity, relationships, and curiosity; values that inspired me to pursue this career. I have previous experience as a homeless outreach worker, medical social worker, and IOP/PHP therapist. Prior to going to grad school, I got an Environmental Engineering degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I later rode a bike across the country, moved to Honduras, and worked as a musician & teaching artist in Chicago & suburban schools.

My approach is built on a foundation of trust, safety, and authenticity. I draw from a mix of evidenced-based practices (ACT, DBT, Gottman, & Client Centered Therapy to name a few). Our sessions will feel warm and humorous but still expect to be appropriately challenged. I work well with anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, trauma, among others and of any combination. I especially thrive helping clients better understand their values, meaning, and purpose in addition to managing their day-to-day routines, relationships, and work balance. My practice is rooted in anti-oppressive values and I seek to understand people from their own lived experiences. I work with people in non-traditional relationship & family structures, queer folks, those exploring kinks, and those with marginalized identities. You are the expert of your own life.

Our first session will be about getting to know you - who you are, what is important to you, how you think about the world, and your goals for seeking therapy. We'll discuss the practice's policies, my therapeutic style, and how we can work well together. I value consent & clarity and am happy to answer any of your questions. Determining whether we are a good fit is very important - I work well with many people but not everyone. We'll confirm with one another that the relationship feels "good enough" keeping perspective that it'll only be our first time meeting. I offer free consultations and am happy to answer any questions via email ([email protected]).