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Dr. George Savarese, LCSW

40-year LCSW specializing in relationships and trauma
  • Relationship and family work
  • Trauma and abuse expertise
  • Strengths-based approach

About Dr. George Savarese

Dr. George Savarese is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with 40 years of professional experience. He has supported individuals facing relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, motivation concerns, low self-esteem and confidence issues, and depression, drawing on decades of clinical work to inform his approach.

He operates from a strengths-based perspective, holding that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing resources and capacities can be mobilized to address life’s difficulties. Dr. Savarese recognizes that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and he offers consistent support through that process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefEating disorders

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityDependent personalityEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Traumatic brain injury

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. George Savarese have?

Dr. George Savarese has 40 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. George Savarese a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: IL LCSW 149.003107.

In which languages does Dr. George Savarese provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. George Savarese located?

He is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Dr. George Savarese as my therapist?

Clients can work with Dr. George Savarese through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. George Savarese work with international clients?

No. Dr. George Savarese does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. George Savarese cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as 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 straightforward. Click the 'Start Therapy' button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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