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Brian Lux

LCPC

Brian Lux , LCPC

Therapist in Illinois

· English
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About Brian

Brian Lux is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with more than 20 years of experience across residential programs, community mental health, and private practice. He draws on a strengths-based, solution-oriented stance enriched by mindfulness techniques, narrative approaches, and a measured use of humor to help people move forward.

He approaches each person as unique and resourceful, focusing on talents, interests, and often-overlooked successes that can form practical pathways out of feeling stuck. At the same time, he holds space for the very real hurt, losses, and disappointments clients bring to sessions while maintaining a steady optimism about the potential for healing and growth.

For Brian, the counseling relationship is a deliberately respectful and somewhat sacred space - in both professional and spiritual terms. Spirituality and the resources it can offer are part of who he is, but he does not impose those beliefs on others. He is continually impressed by the tenacity, creativity, and strength people show in the work of therapy, and he remains open to how something beyond oneself can enter the process.

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Therapists who provide online care are licensed professionals, and people may switch to a different therapist at any time if they want a different fit. For many, virtual sessions provide an accessible, practical option for pursuing personal growth and support.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Brian Lux have?

Brian Lux has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Brian Lux a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LCPC credential - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. License details are IL LCPC 180006540.

In which languages does Brian Lux provide therapy?

Brian Lux provides therapy in English.

Where is Brian Lux located?

He is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Brian Lux as my therapist?

You can work with Brian Lux through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Brian Lux work with international clients?

Yes. Brian Lux works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Brian Lux cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 with therapy 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionADHD

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Illinois

Languages

English

About

I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor practising in Illinois, with 20 years of clinical experience.

How I Work

My clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

I strive to connect with the hurt, pain, losses, disappointments, and woundedness people bring to sessions while also maintaining a stubborn optimism about the potential for healing, growth, and positive change, and I consider the relationship of therapy/counseling to be sacred space both in a professional and spiritual sort of way.

Who I Help

I work with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, and ADHD.

I work with the clients I work with.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long has Brian been practicing?

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years experience in residential, community mental health, and private practice settings.

What session formats does Brian offer?

Brian offers online therapy sessions.

What languages does Brian offer therapy in?

Brian offers therapy in English.

-Background

Credential
LCPC
Licensed in
Illinois
Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Mindfulness Therapy · Narrative Therapy · Solution-Focused Therapy · mindfulness · narrative therapy
Languages
English

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