- Person-centered approach
- Family of origin issues
- Smoking and vaping cessation
About Adele
Adele Duba-Nagel is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 12 years of experience. She works with adults facing addictions, relationship strain, family concerns, low self-esteem, and major life changes. Adele also focuses on codependency, communication problems, control issues, and family of origin issues among other concerns.
She uses a person-centered approach that treats the client as the expert on their life. Sessions are collaborative and goal-focused. Adele pays attention to physical and mental health, personal history, daily environments, and what gives life meaning.
In practical terms she talks through current problems and patterns, identifies strengths, and practices ways to cope. Adele frames difficulties as human experiences rather than fixed flaws. That perspective shapes how she addresses guilt, shame, isolation, and relationship patterns.
When addictions or substance use are part of the picture, she will work on motivation, behavioral steps, and ways to reduce harm. For people struggling with family roles and expectations, she helps trace how those patterns still shape feelings and choices today.
Sessions typically involve exploring specific situations, trying new communication approaches, and building small habits that change daily life. The focus can shift over time based on progress and what feels most useful to the client.
Approach and online session basics
She describes a person-centered way of working that keeps the client's goals central. In practice this means talking through what matters now, reviewing personal history where it affects present patterns, and choosing concrete steps to try between sessions. This style suits people who want collaborative, goal-focused sessions.When substance use is involved she addresses motivation and behavioral changes in clear, practical terms. For relationship and family of origin concerns she helps map patterns that repeat and experiments with new communication choices. These approaches are tools to address specific problems such as addiction, codependency, or ongoing family dynamics.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will help figure out which methods fit best based on goals, needs, and preferences. That decision is made together and can change as progress is made.
Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking, as the original biography does not specify formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins when that suits the client. If a quieter setting, less bandwidth, or a brief appointment would help, mention that when arranging the first session.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She helps with addictions, relationship strain, family problems, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include codependency, communication issues, control struggles, and family of origin issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a person-centered, collaborative approach that centers the client's goals. Work often examines beliefs, history, and everyday environments to find practical steps forward.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of clinical experience working with adults on addictions, relationship and family concerns, and self-esteem challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as LCSW, and practices from Illinois.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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