Jaime Cox, LCSW
Therapist in Illinois
Jaime Cox is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois.
- Licensed inIllinois
- License149029164
- NPI 1952191496
- Experience3+ years
- LanguagesEnglish
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About Jaime
Jaime Cox is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois. She takes a direct and honest approach in sessions while staying grounded in compassion. Jaime aims to make therapy straightforward so people can address hard things without confusion or fluff.
She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, and relationship struggles. Jaime helps clients name the problems that feel most urgent, set realistic goals, and take clear steps forward.
Background and approach
Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented with an emphasis on practical progress. Jaime uses attachment-based ideas to understand how early relationships affect current behavior and feelings. She combines that perspective with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools to help people change unhelpful patterns and manage strong emotions.
She also draws on EMDR and mindfulness techniques where appropriate. In the room she is straightforward but respectful, asking direct questions and offering clear options for next steps. She supports people working through abandonment, attachment issues, caregiver stress, codependency, and family of origin concerns.
She also addresses panic, post-traumatic stress, guilt, shame, isolation, and communication problems. Jaime has three years of clinical experience and holds an Illinois LCSW credential. She meets clients where they are and focuses on building insight, practical skills, and steady momentum.
Credentials
- LCSW (Illinois)
- License 149029164 · expires November 2027
- NPI
- 1952191496 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Jaime lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Attachment issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Domestic violence
- Family of origin issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Jaime names
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
How attachment work and skills fit into online therapy
Jaime uses Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationship patterns shape current reactions and connections. This approach helps people understand why certain interactions trigger intense emotions and guides work to build more supported ways of relating.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and then practice new responses. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are added when emotion regulation and distress tolerance are needed, offering concrete tools for strong feelings and relationship conflict.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jaime will talk with each person about goals and preferences, suggest options, and adjust methods as progress is made. The plan evolves based on what helps most, not a fixed template.
Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited travel options. Video calls let the therapist and client work face-to-face roughly like an in-person session. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or a camera isn’t desirable. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins, practicing skills between sessions, or when a shorter touchpoint fits a busy day. These formats make it easier to keep momentum and use therapy in real life.
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Frequently asked
What concerns does Jaime help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and relationship struggles. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, caregiver stress, codependency, and panic.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is direct and straightforward while remaining compassionate. Sessions are collaborative, practical, and focused on setting realistic goals.
What is her clinical background?
She has three years of clinical experience as a licensed clinical social worker. Her work draws on attachment ideas alongside behavioral and mindfulness techniques.
Where is she licensed and based?
Jaime holds an Illinois LCSW and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
She meets via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are sessions paid for and how do I start?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time and costs vary with location and therapist availability. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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