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Antonio Ellzey, Sr.

Antonio Ellzey, Sr.

LCPC

Illinois

Motivational, practical counseling with warmth

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At a glance

Credentials
LCPC
License
LCPC, Illinois / 180.009728
Experience
22 years
Languages
English
Location
Illinois

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    • Skill-focused
    • Compassionate
    • Action-oriented

    About Antonio

    Antonio Ellzey, Sr. is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Illinois who combines practical talk therapy with real-life tools. He draws on a mix of approaches to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship pain, addictions, and other everyday struggles. He has 22 years of experience in counseling work and emphasizes genuine, respectful care in sessions.

    Antonio focuses on helping people regain energy for life and learn skills to handle strong emotions. He uses clear strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy to change unhelpful thinking. He also brings psychodynamic ideas to help people see how past patterns affect today’s behavior.

    Sessions often include short, doable assignments such as breathing exercises, tapping techniques, or anxiety diversion practices to try between meetings. He encourages clients to process feelings with supportive people and to practice small, practical steps toward goals. That keeps therapy focused and action-oriented.

    Antonio’s background includes military service in the Army Reserves and long engagement in community and faith settings. He values empathy, genuineness, and positive regard in his work. Those qualities shape how he listens and responds during sessions.

    Over time he helps people clarify their functioning level, identify barriers, and find workable ways forward. He supports concerns ranging from ADHD and bipolar mood issues to parenting strain, career stress, intimacy and self-esteem struggles.

  2. How motivational and practical methods translate to online work

    Antonio often uses motivational interviewing to support readiness for change. This approach focuses on drawing out a person’s own reasons for change and building small steps toward goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy is also a common tool he uses to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors to reduce stress and improve mood. Mindfulness techniques are used to teach simple breathing and awareness practices that can ease intense emotions and improve sleep.

    Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify what feels most helpful based on their goals, preferences, and day-to-day realities. Together they try methods, review what helps, and adjust the plan as needed rather than committing to one method up front.

    Session formats are not listed in the supplied biography, so confirm the therapist's current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people practice new skills between sessions in the settings where they live and work, which often makes learning more practical and useful.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression

    Also works with

    AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    22+ years

    Listed in

    Illinois

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does this therapist address?

    This therapist supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping concerns, parenting strain, career matters, bipolar mood issues, ADHD, and related challenges.

    What is the general approach or style of therapy?

    Sessions blend client-centered listening with active techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic ideas, mindfulness practices, solution-focused steps, and motivational interviewing to help people set and meet practical goals.

    How much experience does the therapist have?

    The counselor brings 22 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns and life transitions.

    What credentials and location are listed?

    He holds the LCPC credential and practices in Illinois.

    Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

    Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted at this time.

    What session formats are available?

    Session formats are not specified here; please confirm the current session options before scheduling so you know whether online or in-person formats are offered.

    How is cost handled for sessions?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with this therapist?

    Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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