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Jose Baltazar

Jose Baltazar, LCSW

Illinois

LCSW - Family of origin and relationships

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Attachment and abandonment
  • CBT and DBT methods

About Jose

Jose Baltazar is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Illinois with three years listed experience. He works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, depression, addictions, grief, parenting, ADHD, and family of origin issues among other areas.

He approaches work in a straightforward, person-focused way. Sessions aim to identify patterns that started in childhood and still affect decisions, emotions, and relationships. He uses clear, practical conversation to name recurring roles, expectations, and reactions that clients report in their lives.

Jose draws from several therapeutic approaches including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, the Gottman Method, and mindfulness practices. In session he may help a person notice automatic thoughts, practice emotion regulation skills, or try communication exercises drawn from relationship work.

People come for help with anger, control issues, abandonment and attachment concerns, jealousy, and problems tied back to family of origin. He also supports those coping with life changes, process addictions, panic, and co-morbid concerns where one issue overlaps with another.

His style is direct and practical. He listens, reflects patterns, and suggests exercises to try between sessions. For next steps, he asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment through the platform.

Approaches used remotely and what they involve

Client-centered work focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters to the person. It helps people name feelings and decide what to work on next in straightforward terms.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches practical exercises to shift unhelpful thought patterns and reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can be useful for anger, impulsive behaviors, and relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and the issues you bring and then suggest techniques to try. Decisions about which methods to use happen together, and the plan can change as therapy progresses.

Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Ask which session types are offered and whether they fit your schedule. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life by reducing travel, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, or letting people join from a quieter place. Licensed professionals often adapt exercises for video or phone meetings so practical skills can be practiced between appointments.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCo-morbidityControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-love

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

Illinois

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address related to family patterns?

He helps people looking at how childhood roles and family expectations still affect their relationships and emotions, including family of origin issues.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He works in a direct, client-centered way and mixes techniques from cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior approaches as needed.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He holds an LCSW and lists three years of experience in his current practice context.

Where is he licensed and based?

He is an Illinois LCSW and practices in Illinois.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions scheduled and paid for?

Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time and costs vary with location.

How do I begin working with him?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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