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Skip Dettman, LCSW

Compassionate support for healing and growth
  • Anxiety and stress support
  • Trauma informed care
  • Relationship and life transitions

About Skip Dettman

Skip Dettman, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois who supports individuals as they navigate complex emotions and life circumstances. Her work is grounded in compassion and inclusion, with an emphasis on honoring each person’s lived experience and goals.

She helps clients address concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and relationship dynamics, while also making space for personal growth and life transitions. Skip’s practice includes support for social anxiety, self-esteem, mood-related challenges, and the stress that can build when past experiences continue to affect the present.

With a collaborative style, she partners with clients to strengthen self-understanding, build resilience, and develop practical coping strategies. Skip aims to offer a welcoming, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore emotions openly and move toward meaningful change at a pace that fits their needs.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issues

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCodependencyDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyMen's issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Hypnotherapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Skip Dettman have?

Skip Dettman has 13 years of experience providing therapy and supporting clients through a range of emotional and life challenges.

Is Skip Dettman a licensed therapist?

Yes. Skip Dettman is licensed as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License numbers are IL LCSW 149.018219 and FL LCSW Sw13163.

In which languages does Skip Dettman provide therapy?

Skip Dettman provides therapy in English.

Where is Skip Dettman located?

Skip Dettman is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Skip Dettman as my therapist?

You can work with Skip Dettman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to get support in a format that fits your schedule and comfort level.

Does Skip Dettman work with international clients?

No. Skip Dettman does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Skip Dettman cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-Based Approaches, Made Accessible Online

Skip Dettman, LCSW, draws from several well-established therapy methods that can translate effectively to online care. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore emotions, values, and goals while building greater self-understanding and confidence.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify patterns in thoughts and behaviors that may be contributing to stress, anxiety, depression, or relationship strain. Together, therapist and client work on practical skills for reframing unhelpful thinking and strengthening coping strategies in everyday life.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds structured tools for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and building healthier communication, which can be especially helpful during life transitions or when emotions feel overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Skip works collaboratively with clients to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to stay consistent with support, whether at home, between responsibilities, or during busy weeks.

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