Dr. George Savarese, LCSW

Dr. George Savarese focuses on helping people who are facing relationship strain, trauma, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. He writes in a straightforward way and centers the client's experience. He emphasizes each person's strengths and works alongside them to make steady progress.

He has practiced for 40 years as an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. That experience includes supporting people who are coping with stress, anxiety, grief, eating and food-related issues, and isolation or loneliness. He also has an interest in aging and geriatric issues and related concerns such as midlife transitions and traumatic brain injury.

In sessions he treats people as the experts on their own lives. He helps them name problems, try new ways of responding, and build practical habits that fit day-to-day life. He aims for clear steps rather than jargon, so people can use what they learn right away.

He describes therapy as a collaborative process. He offers steady support while helping clients weigh options and decide on goals. That approach is meant to help people move from feeling stuck to finding workable direction.

Dr. Savarese practices in Illinois and works in English. He invites prospective clients to start by completing a short matching questionnaire and then scheduling according to his availability. The process begins by selecting the Start Therapy button on the site.

Approaches that guide online work

Dr. Savarese uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear goals and practical steps. One common approach emphasizes identifying patterns that keep problems going and teaching concrete strategies to change them; this helps with anxiety, depression, and repetitive behaviors. Another approach centers on building supports and coping skills after trauma or major life changes, helping people manage distress and rebuild routines.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they revisit techniques and adjust the plan if something is not helpful.

The practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and the ability to fit sessions into a busy week. Because session formats are not specified in the original biography, confirm current session options before booking. Online work can reduce travel time, allow quicker check-ins between in-person visits, and make it simpler to keep therapy consistent during life transitions.