- 40 years experience
- Family and parenting focus
- Illinois based
About George
Dr. George Savarese welcomes people who are looking for steady, experienced support through difficult life moments. He works with adults facing relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and concerns around eating. He emphasizes small, practical steps and steady encouragement for parents and others juggling family pressures and life changes.
He has practiced social work for 40 years and holds an LCSW license in Illinois. He builds sessions around what each person brings to the room, treating clients as the experts in their own lives. Conversations focus on identifying strengths, setting realistic goals, and finding manageable ways to change day-to-day routines.
Sessions are conversational and focused. Dr. Savarese listens first, then helps people try new behaviors or ways of thinking. He aims to make the work feel doable rather than overwhelming, with concrete ideas to try between sessions.
He also addresses longer-term patterns such as isolation, avoidant or dependent tendencies, obsessive or compulsive behaviors, and adjustment during midlife or aging. For people recovering from traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress, he brings patience and a steady pace to the work.
If someone wants to begin, he suggests describing the most pressing concern and any current supports. He encourages asking questions about what to expect in early sessions so people can feel more comfortable taking the next step.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Dr. Savarese uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize real-world changes. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Another approach centers on building practical coping skills and routines to manage stress, mood, and eating-related concerns. These methods help with everyday problems and longer-term issues such as post-traumatic stress and isolation.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and comfort level, and adjust the plan over time based on what is helpful. The early sessions usually involve clarifying priorities and trying a few strategies to see what works.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so please confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to schedule appointments around work, childcare, or other commitments. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and for sessions that do not require travel, helping therapy fit into a busy day.
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He helps people facing relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and eating-related concerns.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His approach is conversational and practical, focusing on identifying strengths, setting small goals, and trying manageable changes between sessions.
What kind of experience does he bring?
He has 40 years of professional experience working in social work settings and with individuals facing a wide range of life challenges.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and practices from that state.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.